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Deborah Cross

Denton,TX

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Mental Health Technician

Mayhill Hospital
09.2021 - Current
  • Attended therapeutic educational group meetings and supported patients with guidance from RN or Type medical professional.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
  • 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.
  • Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Assisted and counseled Number patients daily.

DSP1

Denton State Supported Living Center, DSSLC
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.

Sober Living House Manager

Solutions Of North Texas
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Coordinated holiday parties, cocktail parties and small gatherings for household.
  • Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
  • Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
  • Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.

Education

Licensed Cosmetologist

Lewisville High School
Lewisville, TX
04.1983

Skills

  • Mental Illness Treatment
  • Supporting Medical Patients
  • Behavior Observation
  • Building Effective Relationships
  • Psychiatric Disorders
  • Maintaining Safety Standards
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Recreational Therapy
  • Patient Interaction
  • Safety Behaviors
  • HIPAA Requirements
  • Specimen Collection
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Drug Screening
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluations
  • Event Oversight
  • Compliance Requirements
  • Group Sessions
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Household Chores
  • Constructive Feedback
  • Emotional Support
  • Effective Problem-Solving

Timeline

Lead Mental Health Technician

Mayhill Hospital
09.2021 - Current

DSP1

Denton State Supported Living Center, DSSLC
08.2020 - 07.2021

Sober Living House Manager

Solutions Of North Texas
08.2018 - 06.2020

Licensed Cosmetologist

Lewisville High School

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