Puchell Glasco
Minneapolis,MN
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. Sympathetic Mental Health Tech offering extreme compassion and extensive experience working with mental health intervention. Adept at performing risk assessment, crisis intervention and psycho-education. Dedicated and energetic with excellent listening skills and establishing therapeutic relationships with patients while helping with daily living.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician L
rainbow care llc
Minneapolis, MN
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician or psychiatrist.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
- Monitored patient behaviors and reported significant changes to supervising mental health professionals.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
Behavior Technician L
Care Professional
Saint Paul, MN
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills such as dressing, toileting, eating independently .
- Facilitated social interactions between peers by providing verbal prompts or physical guidance when necessary.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Issued medications from clinic dispensary and kept records using specified procedures.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition or obtain treatment history.
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
Direct Support Professional
Care Assistance
Coon Rapids, MN
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trinity United Methodist
Monrovia Liberia06-2020
Skills
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Clinical Documentation
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Health plan benefits
- Discharge Planning
- Behavior Management
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Mental Health Technician L
rainbow care llc
07.2022 - 02.2024
Behavior Technician L
Care Professional
12.2020 - 07.2021
Direct Support Professional
Care Assistance
06.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Trinity United Methodist
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