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Brandi Comeaux

Mental Health Technician work on my BS in Social Work
Darrow,LA

Summary

Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering [Number]-year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and adults suffering from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients. Certified in [Area of certification].

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Counselor

ST. JAMES BEHAVIORAL
Gonzales, LA
03.2012 - Current
  • Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
  • Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
  • Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
  • Led counseling group to discuss topics such as eating disorders and relationship issues.

Mental Health Technician

Baton Rouge General Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
11.2019 - 12.2020
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.

Sales Associate Landry & Turner Mobile Homes

Landy & Turner Mobile Homes
St. James, LA, LA
05.1999 - 07.2020
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.

Mental Health Technician

Seaside Behaviorl Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2014 - 03.2018
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.

Manager

Crystal Palace Casino & Bingo
Donaldsonville, LA
01.2004 - 02.2006
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.

Medical Assistant & Coder

Baton Rouge General & After Care
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2003 - 05.2005
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.

Customer Service Specialist for Sprint

Sprint
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2003 - 03.2005
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Took payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and phone numbers to place orders.
  • Complied with company policies and procedures by encouraging positive and effective work environment among all employees.
  • Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.

Walmart Cashier

Walmart
Gonzales, LA
05.1998 - 08.1999
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Collected and authorized payments of guests.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Social Work

Touro University Worldwide
Los Alamitos, CA

Associate of Science - LPN

River Parishes Community College
Sorrento, LA
05.2012

High School Diploma -

Donaldsonville High School
Donaldsonville, LA
05.1998

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Touro University Worldwide
Los Alamitos, CA
05.2023

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant And Phlebotomy.

Ascension College
Gonzales, LA
01.2012

Skills

  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • EMR Software
  • Psychiatric Population Familiarity
  • Family Counseling

Timeline

Mental Health Technician

Baton Rouge General Hospital
11.2019 - 12.2020

Mental Health Technician

Seaside Behaviorl Hospital
03.2014 - 03.2018

Mental Health Counselor

ST. JAMES BEHAVIORAL
03.2012 - Current

Manager

Crystal Palace Casino & Bingo
01.2004 - 02.2006

Customer Service Specialist for Sprint

Sprint
09.2003 - 03.2005

Medical Assistant & Coder

Baton Rouge General & After Care
02.2003 - 05.2005

Sales Associate Landry & Turner Mobile Homes

Landy & Turner Mobile Homes
05.1999 - 07.2020

Walmart Cashier

Walmart
05.1998 - 08.1999

Bachelor of Science - Medical Social Work

Touro University Worldwide

Associate of Science - LPN

River Parishes Community College

High School Diploma -

Donaldsonville High School

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Touro University Worldwide

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant And Phlebotomy.

Ascension College

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