Austin Didrickson
Eagle River,AK
Summary
- Driven by a commitment to enhancing mental and physical health, I leveraged skills in Clinical Documentation and Mental Health Support at Volunteers Of America Alaska to significantly improve patient coping strategies. Adept in CPR/AED and innovative problem-solving, I excel in high-pressure environments.
- Meticulous AFE Technician commended for performing quality maintenance under immense pressure with fast turnaround. I have worked in simulated and real world deployed environments. Offering 5 years of comprehensive experience in performing aircrew inspections, including basic post-flight, thru-flight and pre-flight inspections. In-depth knowledge of operations.
- Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality psychological services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides counseling and therapy to obtain maximum results for patients.
- Observant individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills builds meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Offers crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Associate 1
Volunteers Of America Alaska
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated group sessions, encouraging active participation and promoting healthy coping strategies among patients.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information according to HIPAA regulations and ethical guidelines for mental health professionals.
- Fostered a supportive atmosphere within the therapeutic setting by actively listening, empathizing, and validating patients'' experiences.
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in behavioral health care to enhance service quality.
Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician
USAF Reserves
06.2019 - Current
- The Aircrew Flight Equipment (AFE) field encompasses functions that enhance aircrew performance through the proper equipment integration of the human and the aircraft.
- Responsible for ensuring that all flight and safety equipment is in perfect working order, Aircrew Flight Equipment specialists make sure Airmen have the supplies necessary for any situation. From packing emergency items like parachutes and survival kits to maintaining regularly used items like flight helmets and oxygen masks, the attention to detail provided by these professionals could mean the difference between life and death.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
- Certified Frontline Supervisor
Line Cook
Matnuska Brewing Company
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chugiak High School
Chugiak, AK05.2018
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Professional boundaries
- Mental Health Support
- Individual Counseling
- Grief counseling
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Goal Setting
- Creative and innovative thinker
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Quality Control
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 3 staff members while deployed for 6 months which led to me getting recognized as a reservist and being coined by 525th Fighter Squadron Commander
- Implemented innovative ideas in simulated deployment for future AFE members for real world situations which led to cost saving and mission effectiveness
- Completed Alaska Peer Support Training (37.5hrs)
Certification
- CPR/AED certified
- Airmen Leadership School Graduate becoming a frontline supervisor for the USAF
- Peer Support Certified
- Transition to Independent Process Certified
- Certified Psychical Training Leader
Timeline
Behavioral Health Associate 1
Volunteers Of America Alaska
06.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Matnuska Brewing Company
04.2021 - 07.2022
Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician
USAF Reserves
06.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Chugiak High School