Ekow Acquah
Ashburn,USA
Summary
Behavioral health professional with significant experience in supporting and guiding patients through treatment plans. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving consistent results. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to providing compassionate care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Specialist
HCA Healthcare Inc.
Dulles, VA
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to support patient mental health and well-being.
- Trained new staff members on facility policies, procedures, best practices in mental health care delivery, ensuring consistent service standards across the team.
- Developed tailored treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and progress toward recovery goals.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions, improving patient engagement and participation in therapeutic programs.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in mental health care, fostering professional development within the team.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Conducted thorough evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses to develop appropriate treatment recommendations for each patient.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss what was happening in day-to-day life in order to help each person develop insight into personal experiences and relationships
Behavior Health Technician
Bethel Medical Center
Jersey City, NJ
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance, and restocked supplies to support program needs.
- Increased patient engagement in therapy sessions through the use of personalized motivational strategies and rapport-building techniques.
- Collected and documented patient data, including admissions information, vital signs, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose, intake/output, and calorie counts.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to deliver quality care and improve patient experience.
- Promoted positive patient interactions by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and patient-centered advocacy.
- Safely escorted and transferred patients using mobility aids (walkers, wheelchairs, crutches)
- Monitored, recorded, and reported patient conditions, behaviors, and responses to care in real time to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (feeding, bathing, grooming, mobility, toileting, and hygiene) while promoting dignity and comfort.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized patient environments by following infection control and hospital safety protocols.
Direct Support Professional
Holy Trinity Medical Centre
Newark, NJ
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Addressed emergencies calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved, which drew attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University Of Professional Studies
Skills
- Patient Care Management
- Effective Verbal and Written Communication
- Anxiety reduction techniques
- Stress management strategies
- Time management strategies
- Data Entry and Documentation
- Adaptability to New Procedures
- Mental health support
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Group Therapy Cordination
- Commitment to Lifelong Learning
- Self-Evaluation and Goal Setting
Timeline
Mental Health Specialist
HCA Healthcare Inc.
02.2025 - 02.2026
Behavior Health Technician
Bethel Medical Center
01.2023 - 01.2025
Direct Support Professional
Holy Trinity Medical Centre
05.2020 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science -
University Of Professional Studies