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Diamond Buchanan

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Skilled Mental Health Technician with bachelors degree in psychology and extensive mental health services background. Supported numerous patients in large residential treatment facility and played key role in achievement of positive patient outcomes. Excellent communications and patient management skills leading to desirable results.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Technician

Friends Hospital
02.2022 - Current
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.

Caregiver

Private Client
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.

Instructional Assistant

West Philadelphia Achievement Charter
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.

Childcare Assistant Intern

Toddlers Tech Inc.
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
  • Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pyschology

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE
05.2021

Skills

  • Document Conditions
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Encouragement and Motivation
  • Safety Behaviors

Certification

  • CPR
  • BSL
  • Handle With Care

Timeline

Mental Health Technician

Friends Hospital
02.2022 - Current

Caregiver

Private Client
09.2021 - 03.2022

Instructional Assistant

West Philadelphia Achievement Charter
08.2021 - 02.2022

Childcare Assistant Intern

Toddlers Tech Inc.
01.2020 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Pyschology

Wilmington University

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