Passionate mental health technician with a strong background in high-stress environments and crisis management. Experienced in providing compassionate care and utilizing therapeutic techniques to assist patients in acute care settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Palm Point Behavioral Health
02.2024 - Current
Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity psychiatric environment, ensuring safety, comfort, and emotional support.
Apply de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication to manage patient crises effectively and maintain a safe environment.
Document patient behavior and responses to treatment.
Assist in group therapy sessions, promoting the development of coping skills and emotional regulation.
Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Office Manager
Net Works Inc.
01.2017 - 02.2024
Thrived in high-stress settings, overseeing daily operations for a company with an annual revenue of over one million dollars
Orchestrated projects and effectively managed employee schedules to optimize productivity
Conducted comprehensive training for new hires, acquainting them with company policies and processes
Leveraged client and staff feedback to foster lasting customer relationships, leading to increased company revenue
Implemented performance assessments to conduct annual reviews, provide advancement recommendations, and address productivity concerns
Led the hiring process by meticulously reviewing numerous resumes and interviewing candidates
Established clear, role-specific expectations, enhancing efficiency and accountability across all positions in the organization
Kitchen Manager
Half Wall
01.2013 - 01.2017
Skilled in managing high-stress kitchen environments, maintaining composure and delivering exceptional culinary results in demanding situations
Implemented cost-saving measures to significantly reduce food expenses
Instrumental in developing standardized operating procedures for numerous Half Wall locations
Conducted resume reviews and took the lead in hiring kitchen staff members
Rapidly progressed from Line Cook to Kitchen Manager in the initial year of employment