Dymeneshia Brown
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Compassionate Lead Mental Health Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in crisis intervention, patient advocacy, and therapeutic communication. Excel in empathy, active listening, and team collaboration to improve client outcomes. Ready to leverage specialized skills and soft abilities to support mental health initiatives and patient care objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Mental Health Technician
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
Baton Rouge
04.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and mental health status throughout daily activities.
- Assisted in implementing treatment plans under supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Documented patient progress and reported observations to the clinical team.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to encourage communication among patients.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during crises and difficult moments.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for all patients in the facility.
- Collaborated with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Participated in staff training programs to enhance skills in mental health care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on topics such as anger management, substance abuse prevention, and life skills development.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical well-being and foster socialization among patients.
- Conducted intake assessments and provided crisis intervention services as needed.
- Provided psychoeducation to families about their loved one's condition and treatment plan recommendations.
- Provided support to clinical staff in the implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, ordering supplies.
- Supervised mental health technicians, providing guidance, training and feedback.
- Developed education materials related to mental health issues for use in group settings or individual counseling sessions.
- Assisted with the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Participated in ongoing research projects related to mental health treatments or best practices.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of care.
- Demonstrated empathy towards clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress updates.
- Supported family members during difficult times by offering emotional support or practical assistance.
- Provided referrals for additional resources outside the facility when appropriate.
- Monitored patient progress and documented observations on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with community providers to ensure continuity of care for discharged patients.
- Acted as an advocate for patients' rights in accordance with ethical standards of practice.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the provision of mental health services.
- Encouraged positive behavior changes through reinforcement techniques such as reward systems.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving service delivery outcomes.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities designed to enhance mental wellness and social skills.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with mental health practices.
- Tracked and replenished inventory of therapeutic supplies and materials.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques to promote patient relaxation and well-being.
- Conducted intake interviews to assess patient needs and determine appropriate care plans.
- Employed motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patient engagement in treatment.
- Supported patients in developing life skills and independence through targeted interventions.
- Monitored patient behaviors and reported significant changes to supervising mental health professionals.
- Assisted patients in setting and achieving personal and therapeutic goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and treatment strategies.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage and prevent patient crises effectively.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
- Instructed new employees on protocols to use when interacting with psychiatric patients.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
- Led individual and group therapy supporting prescribed procedures.
- Contacted patients' relatives to coordinate family visits and conferences.
- Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.
- Issued medications from clinic dispensary and kept records using specified procedures.
- Conducted hypodermic injections following hospital procedures.
Lead Mental Health Technician
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
Baton Rouge, AL
04.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and mental health status throughout daily activities.
- Assisted in implementing treatment plans under supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Documented patient progress and reported observations to the clinical team.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during crises and difficult moments.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to encourage communication among patients.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for all patients in the facility.
- Collaborated with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Participated in staff training programs to enhance skills in mental health care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on topics such as anger management, substance abuse prevention, and life skills development.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical well-being and foster socialization among patients.
- Conducted intake assessments and provided crisis intervention services as needed.
- Provided psychoeducation to families about their loved one's condition and treatment plan recommendations.
- Provided support to clinical staff in the implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, ordering supplies.
- Supervised mental health technicians, providing guidance, training and feedback.
- Developed education materials related to mental health issues for use in group settings or individual counseling sessions.
- Assisted with the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Participated in ongoing research projects related to mental health treatments or best practices.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of care.
- Demonstrated empathy towards clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress updates.
- Supported family members during difficult times by offering emotional support or practical assistance.
- Provided referrals for additional resources outside the facility when appropriate.
- Monitored patient progress and documented observations on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with community providers to ensure continuity of care for discharged patients.
- Acted as an advocate for patients' rights in accordance with ethical standards of practice.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the provision of mental health services.
- Encouraged positive behavior changes through reinforcement techniques such as reward systems.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving service delivery outcomes.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities designed to enhance mental wellness and social skills.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with mental health practices.
- Tracked and replenished inventory of therapeutic supplies and materials.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques to promote patient relaxation and well-being.
- Conducted intake interviews to assess patient needs and determine appropriate care plans.
- Employed motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patient engagement in treatment.
- Supported patients in developing life skills and independence through targeted interventions.
- Monitored patient behaviors and reported significant changes to supervising mental health professionals.
- Assisted patients in setting and achieving personal and therapeutic goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and treatment strategies.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage and prevent patient crises effectively.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
- Instructed new employees on protocols to use when interacting with psychiatric patients.
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
- Led individual and group therapy supporting prescribed procedures.
- Contacted patients' relatives to coordinate family visits and conferences.
- Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.
- Issued medications from clinic dispensary and kept records using specified procedures.
- Conducted hypodermic injections following hospital procedures.
Mental Health Technician
Seaside Mental Health
Baton Rouge, DE
01.2020 - 02.2025
Education
Belaire High School
Baton Rouge, LaSkills
- Patient monitoring
- Treatment plan implementation
- Crisis intervention
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Therapeutic communication
- Behavior management
- Patient documentation
- Quality improvement
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Care coordination
- Active listening
- Emotional support
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Clerical assistance
- Staff collaboration
- Hourly rounding
- Compassionate care
- First aid and CPR
- Client transportation
- Patient-centered standards
- Vital signs monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Resource allocation
- Assisting with mobility
- Performance improvement projects
- Patient observation
- Physical endurance
- Cultural history
- Basic nursing care
- Medical terminology
- Professionalism and ethics
- Surgical preparation
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization (PEARS)
- Symptom documentation
- Patient bathing
- Certified home health aide
- Excellent communication
- Feeding assistance expert
- Bed preparation
- Patient comfort
- Professionalism
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Heavy lifting
- Inpatient care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Emotional and social support
- Rehabilitation assistance
- Patient management
- Self motivation
- Ostomy management
- Catheter monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Documentation expert
- Task prioritization
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Diabetes management
- Light housekeeping
- Tube feeding
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Adaptability
- Health records management
- Ambulatory assistance
Languages
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Mental Health Technician
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Lead Mental Health Technician
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Seaside Mental Health
01.2020 - 02.2025
Belaire High School