Derek Spriggs
Houston,TX
Summary
Competent direct support professional, knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve wellbeing and functioning by preventing substance abuse and improving confidence. Hardworking, reliable and dedicated.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Prevention And Recovery Center
05.2023 - Current
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
Recovery Advocate
Positive Recovery Center
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Assessed individuals' needs and planned bespoke recovery programs to achieve personalized goals.
- Improved relapse prevention rates with targeted recovery program mentoring.
- Tracked client participation in treatment services to identify attendance issues.
- Arranged community initiatives to build supportive networks for improved rehabilitation.
EVS Supervisor
HCC
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
- Conducted regular room inspections to verify compliance with housekeeping standards.
- Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
Education
GED -
Washington Senior High
Houston, TX06.1994
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Rounds Management
- Patient Assessment
- Group Facilitation
- Resource Coordination
- Substance Abuse Experience
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Prevention And Recovery Center
05.2023 - Current
Recovery Advocate
Positive Recovery Center
06.2022 - 04.2023
EVS Supervisor
HCC
03.2021 - 06.2022
GED -
Washington Senior High
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