Elizabeth (Liz) Thornton
Clarkston,WA
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Several years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
Overview
2017
2017
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
State Hospital North
Orofino, Idaho
04.2011 - 04.2016
- Provided direct patient care and monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional status.
- Assisted psychiatrists in the assessment of patient behavior and provided feedback to the treatment team.
- Conducted group therapy sessions with clients and facilitated activities designed to improve socialization skills.
Children's Developmental Specialist
Opportunities Unlimited
Moscow, ID
03.2008 - 04.2011
- Collaborated with families, schools, and other professionals to create comprehensive care plans for individuals.
- Developed and implemented behavior modification strategies for clients.
- Provided individual and group activities to clients with developmental disabilities
- Developed individual plans for clients to gain life skills.
Certified Nurses Aide
Caldwell School District
Caldwell, ID
- Administered medication as prescribed by a physician or registered nurse.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Provided basic patient care, including feeding, and grooming.
- Assisted in transferring patients from beds to wheelchairs or other equipment as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development, Minor Psychology
Lewis Clark State College
Lewiston, ID01-2003
Skills
- Behavior monitoring
- Treatment management
- Emergency Response
- Incident Reporting
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Assessment
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
State Hospital North
04.2011 - 04.2016
Children's Developmental Specialist
Opportunities Unlimited
03.2008 - 04.2011
Certified Nurses Aide
Caldwell School District
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development, Minor Psychology
Lewis Clark State College
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