Belinda Taylor
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Behavioral Health Technician and Para Educator recognized for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in patient observation, crisis intervention, and behavioral modification strategies. Possess strong communication, empathy, and patience, excelling in providing exceptional care and support in challenging environments. Knowledgeable behavioral Health technician with several years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Hands-on experience supporting clients, students, and patients in behavioral health and special education settings. Brings strong crisis intervention, de-escalation, EHR charting, safety monitoring, and daily living support, with a steady focus on clear communication, emotional support, and accurate documentation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician/ Direct Care Provider
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services
Phoenix, Arizona
07.2025 - Current
- Educated clients on coping strategies and mental health resources to enhance self-management.
- Supported clients with daily living tasks and personal care to promote independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for clients at all times.
- Led group therapy sessions to build peer support and communication.
- Observed client behavior and shared changes with the treatment team.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognizing signs of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatment.
- Engaged in regular communication with medical personnel regarding any changes in patient status or condition.
- Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
- Documented progress and treatments and behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Recorded client progress and observations in electronic health records to ensure accurate treatment documentation.
- Advised clinical staff regarding appropriate interventions for behavioral issues.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of nursing staff.
- Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, games, and music therapy that promote healthy coping skills.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
- Enforced rules and regulations pertaining to client and patient care while maintaining a safe environment.
- Maintained client and employee areas in good working order with adequate supplies.
- Provided emotional support to clients and patients dealing with difficult situations.
- Conducted daily rounds to monitor client well-being and engagement.
- Monitored client movement throughout the facility to ensure safety and engagement.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
Para Educator / Behavior Technician
Zen Educate US
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Supported students in completing learning tasks and managing emotions.
- Maintained classroom organization and prepared materials for lessons.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented positive reinforcement strategies, documenting behaviors and interventions to support student growth.
- Facilitated small group activities to reinforce class concepts and enhance student understanding.
- Documented student progress and contributed to assessments as required.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Implemented strategies to enhance student behavior in the classroom. with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Provided one-on-one support to students during instructional activities.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Managed crises by employing de-escalation techniques during challenging situations, utilizing redirection and calming strategies.
- Delivered targeted behavioral intervention services for children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities, enhancing social and emotional development.
- Acquired understanding of autism spectrum disorder to enhance support for children in educational settings. to provide effective support for children with special needs., associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
Behavioral Health Technician
Nurseio Staffing
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Monitored client behavior and communicated significant changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention support during challenging behavioral episodes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance communication and social skills among clients.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Provided emotional support to clients and patients dealing with difficult situations.
- Maintained a safe, supportive environment for clients in diverse settings.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Documented client observations in electronic health records to ensure precise tracking of treatment progress.
- Enforced rules and regulations pertaining to client and patient care while maintaining a safe environment.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
- Performed daily client rounds to monitor health and provide support and track client movements.
Patient Care Technician
Community Bridges Inc.
Avondale, Arizona
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Observed changes in the patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to patients during treatment to enhance their comfort and well-being.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families to help navigate challenging times.
- Conducted regular safety rounds to proactively identify and address potential hazards for patient safety.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of the environment for patients and staff to promote health and reduce infection risk.
- Restocked medical supplies regularly to ensure availability for patient care.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in patient care techniques.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waukesha West High School
Waukesha, WI06-1998
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Special education support
- De-escalation techniques
- Patient care
- Patient safety monitoring
- Patient observation
- Patient wellness checks
- Admissions intake
- Behavioral assessments
- Behavioral strategies
- Behavioral intervention
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Group therapy
- Therapeutic support
- Mental health support
- Substance abuse counseling
- Substance use awareness
- Communication strategies
- Active listening
- Client engagement
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Positive reinforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Client monitoring rounds
- Daily living activities
- Patient activity support
- Coping strategy development
- Coping skills development
- Safety monitoring
- Safety management
- Incident reporting
- Documentation practices
- EHR charting
- Electronic health records
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem solving
- Emergency response
- CPR and first aid
- Trauma care
- Supporting diverse needs
- Coping strategy development
- Special education support
- Autism spectrum
- Early intervention
- Behavior assessment
- Behavioral control
- Literacy intervention
- Group and individual support
- Patient education
- Behavioral strategies
- Patient progress monitoring
- Activity monitoring
- Empathy and compassion
- Coping skills development
- Clinical support
- Autism spectrum
- Early intervention
- CPR and first aid
- Individualized support
- Patient progress monitoring
Certification
- Para Educator Training, CPR and FRIST AID Adults and Children, Level One Finger Print Clearance Card, RBT AND ABA Training
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician/ Direct Care Provider
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services
07.2025 - Current
Para Educator / Behavior Technician
Zen Educate US
08.2024 - 06.2025
Patient Care Technician
Community Bridges Inc.
03.2023 - 03.2024
Behavioral Health Technician
Nurseio Staffing
02.2023 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Waukesha West High School