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Daniel Small

Daniel Small

Mental Health Specialist
Phoenix,AZ

Summary

As a seasoned Behavior Health Specialist, I bring a diverse and experienced background with over 16 years in varying facets of healthcare management. I would be a great addition to your team as my psychiatric experience makes me invaluable when communicating effectively with others as well as quick learning with detail and efficacy in any environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Mental Health Program Specialist

Arizona State Hospital
Phoenix, Arizona
10.2020 - Current

Attends treatment plan team meetings, monitors & assesses patient behaviors and charts on mental and physical attributes, Conducts vitals and other medical needs, assists with ADLs, supervision of staff including training and scheduling, implementing behavior health plans, devising and enhancing treatment strategies to achieve goals, ensuring the safety of patients and staff

Residential Counselor

Mental Health Center Of Denver/ Maxim Healthcare
Denver, CO
10.2016 - 10.2020

Providing individual psychotherapy with clients, facilitating group therapy sessions within the house, coordinating clinical care and case management services both within and outside the company, training clients with ADLs, intakes and discharges, maintaining household safety, completing documentation, administering medications. The primary goal is to advocate for acceptance and integration of all individuals with mental illness within the community in which they reside.

Lead Behavior Health Specialist/ Supervisor

Crisis Response Center
Tucson, AZ
02.2015 - 10.2016

I identified, triaged, managed, and discharged patients with medical and behavioral health diagnoses within the emergency psychiatric care setting. In addition, I provided skill training through psychoeducation and developed specific behavioral change plans for patients. I conducted lab specimens, vital signs, blood sugars, and addressed minor medical needs of the patients. I took charge of staffing/scheduling and adhered strictly to Arizona's strict rules and regulations for patient and staff safety.

Psychiatric Technician/ Medical Assistant

St. Luke's Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
07.2014 - 02.2015

I cared for mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed individuals, following physician instructions and hospital procedures. I monitored patients' physical and emotional well being and report to medical staff. I participated in rehabilitation and treatment programs, helping with personal hygiene, and administering oral medications and hypodermic injections

Behavior Health Aide/ English Language Learners Specialist

Washington Elementary School District
Phoenix, AZ
01.2006 - 12.2012

Screened Burmese and Hispanic refugees for language ability and academic placement programs, redirected and redefined behaviors, implemented and carried out academic objectives as stated on individualized education programs, taught large and small group special and regular education (K-8)

Education

Education

Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ

Degree in Progress - Public Health

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06.2023

Medical Assisting Diploma - undefined

Everest College Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
2014

Skills

  • Medical Assistant
  • Qualified Medication Administration
  • Certified Crisis Intervention Specialist
  • Colorado and Arizona Level One Security Clearance
  • Colorado Driver's License
  • Current Provider CPR/First Aid
  • FEMA certifications in emergency response coordination
  • CDC certifications in Epidemiology and emergency management

Timeline

Lead Mental Health Program Specialist

Arizona State Hospital
10.2020 - Current

Residential Counselor

Mental Health Center Of Denver/ Maxim Healthcare
10.2016 - 10.2020

Lead Behavior Health Specialist/ Supervisor

Crisis Response Center
02.2015 - 10.2016

Psychiatric Technician/ Medical Assistant

St. Luke's Medical Center
07.2014 - 02.2015

Behavior Health Aide/ English Language Learners Specialist

Washington Elementary School District
01.2006 - 12.2012

Education

Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College

Degree in Progress - Public Health

Grand Canyon University

Medical Assisting Diploma - undefined

Everest College Phoenix
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