Berice Arthur
Fall River,MA
Summary
Dedicated Safety Technician with 8+ years of experience in behavioral health and hospital settings. Skilled in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and maintaining secure environments for patients and staff. Proven ability to respond to high-risk situations while ensuring safety, compliance, and professionalism.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapeutic Safety Technician (TST)
Bridgewater State Hospital
Bridgewater
12.2020 - Current
- Intervened in high-risk situations using therapeutic de-escalation, reducing aggressive incidents and maintaining unit safety
- Performed safe physical interventions and manual restraints in compliance with hospital protocols
- Monitored 15-20 patients per shift in an acute behavioral health setting
- Completed incident reports and documentation with 100% accuracy and timeliness
- Collaborated with nurses and clinicians to support treatment and safety plans
Residential Counselor
Bamsi Medical Center
Brockton
06.2018 - 2020
- Supervised and supported patients in a residential behavioral health program
- Administered and monitored medications, ensuring compliance and reporting concerns
- Provided transportation for patients to medical appointments and group sessions
- Maintained security within housing unit, ensuring safety for 6-7 residents and multiple staff members
- De-escalated behavioral issues and promoted a respectful, safe living environment
Security Guard
Third Party Administrators
Boston, Massachusetts
2016 - 2018
- Ensured safety and security at concerts, festival venue events
- Controlled access points, checking tickets, and conducted bag searches to prevent prohibited items
- Responded to disturbances and emergencies among large crowds
- Assisted in crowd control to maintain orderly movement and ensure safety
- Engaged with event attendees, providing information and assistance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Champion High School
Brockton, MA06-2015
Skills
- Patient Safety Protocols
- Crisis Intervention
- Therapeutic Communication
- Incident Reporting
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Behavioral Health Safety
- Patient Monitoring
- Emergency Response
- CPR & AED Certified
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
- First Aid Certified
References
Available upon request
Awards Recognition
- Power of Quality Award, For delivering exceptional care and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment, Professionalism, reliability, and positive patient interactions, 2022,2025 Bridgewater State Hospital
Timeline
Therapeutic Safety Technician (TST)
Bridgewater State Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Residential Counselor
Bamsi Medical Center
06.2018 - 2020
Security Guard
Third Party Administrators
2016 - 2018
High School Diploma -
Champion High School