Christopher Murray
Covington,GA
Summary
To obtain a position as a Mental Health Technician where I can utilize my experience and skills to provide compassionate care to patients. Experienced Mental Health Technician with over 8 years of experience in providing direct patient care in a psychiatric hospital setting. Skilled in crisis intervention, patient assessment, and treatment planning. Accomplished in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Living Coach
UCP of GA
Chamblee
05.2024 - Current
- Acted as a liaison between residents and their support networks, including family members, caseworkers, and healthcare providers
- Fostered a positive environment within the community living space, implementing conflict resolution techniques when necessary
- Monitored progress towards personal goals, adjusting support plans accordingly to maximize success rates among residents
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident progress and incidents to ensure proper record-keeping practices were followed.
Direct Support Professional
Help at Home Senior Care
Brookhaven
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Direct Support Professional
Golden Life Inc
Murfreesboro
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Psychiatric Technician
Middle Tennessee Mental Health Institute
Nashville, TN
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Implemented de-escalation techniques to manage aggressive behavior.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients while providing a safe environment for them to express themselves openly.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions under supervision of psychiatrist.
Mental Health Technician
Oak Plains Academy
Ashland City
11.2011 - 02.2020
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Education
AA Of Arts Health -
Georgia Military College - Milledgeville
Milledgeville, GAHigh School Diploma -
Carver High School
Memphis, TNSkills
- Social Skills Development
- Transportation Assistance
- Health Promotion
- Self-Advocacy Support
- Life Skills Development
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Intervention
- Reliability
Creditentials
- Valid DL
- Valid CPR
- Valid TB Test Results
- Clean Background
- Clean MVR
References
- Upon Request
Timeline
Community Living Coach
UCP of GA
05.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Help at Home Senior Care
01.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Golden Life Inc
06.2022 - 12.2023
Psychiatric Technician
Middle Tennessee Mental Health Institute
04.2020 - 05.2021
Mental Health Technician
Oak Plains Academy
11.2011 - 02.2020
AA Of Arts Health -
Georgia Military College - Milledgeville
High School Diploma -
Carver High School
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