Avery DeWalt
Franklin Square
Summary
Dynamic Mental Health Technician with proven expertise in crisis intervention and motivational interviewing at The Center for Success & Independency. Adept at enhancing patient engagement and ensuring safety through effective therapeutic communication. Committed to supporting client rights and fostering positive behavioral changes in challenging situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
The Center for Success & Independency
Houston
03.2013 - Current
- Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions with patients to provide emotional support and crisis intervention.
- Employed motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patient engagement in treatment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with mental health practices.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions under supervision of a mental health professional.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
- Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
Bus Aide
Northwest Preparatory Charter School
Humble
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Greeted students and family members or caregivers at each stop.
- Issued and collected passenger documents, marking paperwork as necessary to prevent reuse.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks such as checking tire pressure and oil levels, as needed.
- Offered additional support to disabled passengers.
- Provided assistance to drivers in loading and unloading items from the bus.
- Helped passengers complete safe journeys by securing belts, locking down wheelchairs and stowing baggage in correct locations.
Direct Care Staff
Hand of Healing
Baytown
04.2011 - 02.2012
- Utilized appropriate techniques when dealing with challenging behaviors.
- Supported client rights in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients during difficult times.
- Ensured safety of all clients in accordance with facility regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Brook Senior High School
Houston, TX06-1996
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Motivational interviewing
- Patient monitoring
- Safety protocols
- Electronic health records
- Therapeutic communication
Certification
- CPR
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
The Center for Success & Independency
03.2013 - Current
Bus Aide
Northwest Preparatory Charter School
08.2012 - 05.2013
Direct Care Staff
Hand of Healing
04.2011 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
Forest Brook Senior High School
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