Jack Young
Hammond,LA
Summary
Compassionate, attentive mental health technician dedicated to ensuring patient safety and well-being through active listening, collaboration with medical professionals, and adherence to ethical guidelines. Demonstrated ability to remain calm and compassionate under stressful conditions, ensuring high-quality treatment for patients in crisis. Passionate mental health advocate skilled in building professional, therapeutic relationships with patients that promote recovery and resilience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician – Inpatient, Day Shift
Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2026 - Current
- Took vitals, completed Q15 rounds, and prepared meals for patients.
- Conducted group therapy, followed strict schedules, and offered emotional support to patients as needed.
- Completed admissions (documenting belongings & medical histories, preparing rooms, listening to patient concerns) and assisted with discharges.
- Ensured the unit was clean and free from safety hazards, in accordance with hospital standards.
- Observed higher-risk patients 1-on-1, used verbal & physical de-escalation tactics when necessary, and reported all concerns to supervisor/nurses.
ABA Behavior Technician
Brennan Behavior Group
New Orleans, LA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Treated high-needs autistic children in clinic through play-based learning to promote positive behavior.
- Physically handled clients with aggressive/self-injurious behaviors to ensure safety of client and peers.
- Practiced situational awareness and emotional intelligence, successfully predicting, preventing, and de-escalating crisis situations.
- Built rapport with clients, conducted learning assessments, and recorded behavioral data & session notes.
- Conveyed sensitive information to family about treatment, progress, and planning, while remaining positive and professional.
General Volunteer
Hagar's House
New Orleans, LA
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided daily assistance for vulnerable communities (women, children, immigrants, and LGBTQ individuals) experiencing housing crises.
- Organized fundraisers, completed household duties, and played games with residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Loyola University
New Orleans2024
Skills
- Taking Vital Signs
- Crisis Management
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Observation & Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Collaboration with Professionals
- Flexible Schedule
- Computer Literacy
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patience & Compassion
Certification
- Basic Life Support & CPR Certification
- Crisis Prevention/Intervention Training
Timeline
Mental Health Technician – Inpatient, Day Shift
Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital
02.2026 - Current
ABA Behavior Technician
Brennan Behavior Group
01.2025 - 05.2025
General Volunteer
Hagar's House
02.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Loyola University