Gregory Powell
Suisun,CA
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with expertise in behavioral analysis and a strong commitment to proactive care. Skilled in implementing specialized programs for individuals with disabilities, including those with intellectual, mental, emotional, and developmental challenges. Well-organized and empathetic with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
California Medical Facility
Vacaville, CA
10.2011 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
- Observed patient behaviors and reported any changes or concerning issues to the psychiatrist or nurse practitioner.
- Encouraged clients to participate in self-care practices like exercise or journaling that promote overall wellbeing.
- Utilized therapeutic techniques such as positive reinforcement or distraction methods when working with agitated patients.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Conducted hypodermic injections following hospital procedures.
Psychiatric Technician
Sonoma Developmental Center
Eldridge, CA
01.2001 - 10.2011
- 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.
- Taught clients how to manage their emotions, cope with stress, and develop healthy habits.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate individualized treatment plans for each client.
- Observed patient behaviors and reported any changes or concerning issues to the psychiatrist or nurse practitioner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress including daily notes on individuals' moods, activities, interactions with others.
- Organized recreational activities for patients such as arts and crafts projects or outdoor games.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients while providing a safe environment for them to express themselves openly.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while caring for patients in a residential setting.
- Educated family members on effective strategies for supporting loved ones dealing with mental health issues.
- Created therapeutic environments through activities designed to reduce stress levels among residents.
- Utilized therapeutic techniques such as positive reinforcement or distraction methods when working with agitated patients.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Communicated with clients and families effectively building lasting relationships.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Issued medications from clinic dispensary and kept records using specified procedures.
- Contacted patients' relatives to coordinate family visits and conferences.
- Conducted hypodermic injections following hospital procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA06-1992
Skills
- Treatment management
- Behavior monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Suicide Prevention
- Regulatory Compliance
Affiliations
- My activities include working out, jiu-jitsu, camping, youth Basketball and Football coach, gardening, bike riding and going to the movies with family.
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
California Medical Facility
10.2011 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
Sonoma Developmental Center
01.2001 - 10.2011
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Napa Valley College
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