Holly Sonnier
BHT
Duson,LA
Summary
Compassionate Behavioral Health Technician skilled in active listening, conflict de-escalation, and patient observation. Delivers safe, recovery-oriented care in high-pressure environments. Experienced in residential inpatient settings, with a focus on detox treatment and mental health support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center
Lafayette, LA
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to clinical staff.
- Provided support during group therapy sessions, fostering
- Ensured a safe environment by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance care strategies.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations, employing de-escalation techniques.
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
- Recognized individuals under the influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to the correct personnel for review.
- Prepared and submitted daily [Type] reports to the management.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians joining the team, sharing best practices and helping them acclimate quickly to their new role responsibilities.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the facility, enhancing overall service delivery and patient satisfaction levels.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and incidents.
Chemical Laboratory Technician
Safe Source Direct
Broussard, LA
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted routine chemical analyses to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and procedures in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot experimental issues and optimize testing protocols.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures to enhance laboratory efficiency and safety.
- Performed regular calibration and maintenance on laboratory instruments to ensure reliable performance.
- Supported inventory management by tracking chemical supplies and ordering materials as needed.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on best practices and new technologies in chemical testing.
- Tested titration of chemical tanks in production line to check for ideal pH and other chemical levels and balance ratios.
- Generated insightful conclusions from experimental data through detailed analysis, contributing significantly to the overall success of laboratory projects.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by implementing and maintaining proper chemical inventory and storage systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Teurlings Catholic High School
Lafayette05-2001
Skills
- Inpatient treatment
- Substance abuse knowledge
- Patient observation
- Conflict resolution
- Vitals monitoring
- Walking rounds
- Substance use intervention
- Emergency response
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- HIPAA requirements
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict de-escalation
- Recovery-oriented approach
- Documentation skills
- Client engagement
- Active listening
- Boundary management
Certification
BSL ceritfied 2026
Assertive and Healthy Boundaries
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center
11.2025 - Current
Chemical Laboratory Technician
Safe Source Direct
02.2025 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Teurlings Catholic High School