Jair Sewell
Newark,NJ
Summary
Compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented professional seeking a Mental Health Technician position within a hospital behavioral health setting. Brings 10+ years of professional experience in direct care, child supervision, customer service, production operations, and team-based environments. Experienced in maintaining safe and structured environments, observing behaviors and individual needs, communicating effectively with families and team members, maintaining accurate records, and responding appropriately to changing situations. CPR certified with completed de-escalation training and a strong commitment to providing safe, respectful, and supportive care to individuals experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges.
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
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Heath Associate
Trinitas Medical Center
Elizabeth, New Jersey
04.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient safety and well-being in a clinical environment.
- Supported patients with daily living activities and emotional needs.
- Assisted mental health professionals during assessments and treatment planning.
- Documented patient progress and behaviors in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care solutions.
- Educated patients and families on mental health resources and strategies.
- Encouraged and reassured clients throughout transitions to facilitate smooth discharge.
- Offered guidance and support to family members dealing with a loved one's mental health condition.
Automation Production Associate
HELLOFRESH
Newark, NJ
02.2024 - Current
- Monitor production processes and identify discrepancies, equipment concerns, and quality issues requiring attention.
- Monitored production processes, identifying discrepancies, equipment concerns, and quality issues to ensure operational integrity.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintained accurate documentation to uphold quality and operational standards.
- Work collaboratively with team members to maintain productivity and respond appropriately to changing workplace demands.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers regarding concerns, changes, and operational needs.
- Collaborated with team members to sustain productivity and adapt to changing workplace demands.
Stock Associate
BLOOMINGDALE'S
Elizabeth, NJ
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Organized and structured environment to support efficient daily store operations.
- Addressed questions, concerns, and service needs of customers and coworkers with professionalism.
- Recognized and reported damaged, missing, or misplaced merchandise and worked with team members to resolve discrepancies.
- Maintained professionalism when interacting with individuals with varying personalities, needs, and communication styles.
- Coordinated with management and coworkers to fulfill daily responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Activities Team Member
KIDS ACTIVITIES
Newark, NJ
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Planned and facilitated age-appropriate recreational and social activities to encourage positive engagement and interaction.
- Monitored children's behaviors, emotional responses, and interactions to tailor daily activities to individual needs.
- Maintained a safe, supportive, and structured environment while responding appropriately to behavioral concerns.
- Applied patience, active listening, and clear communication when addressing challenging behaviors and emotional needs.
- Used appropriate de-escalation and redirection techniques to help maintain a calm and safe environment.
- Engaged with parents and guardians to share insights on children's daily activities and address significant concerns.
- Developed and led age-appropriate recreational and social activities that promoted positive engagement and interaction.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to maintain consistent routines, schedules, expectations, and supervision.
Sales Associate
THE HOME DEPOT
East Hanover, NJ
05.2014 - 01.2019
- Delivered personalized customer service in a high-volume environment, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Applied active listening and effective communication to address customer concerns and provide tailored solutions.
- Maintained professionalism when interacting with individuals with varying personalities, needs, and communication styles.
- Responded to customer concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Worked with team members to create a safe, organized, and inviting environment for customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Orange Campus High School
East Orange, NJSkills
- Mental health support
- Crisis management
- Therapeutic support
- Suicide prevention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Behavioral Observation
- Client safety supervision
- Recordkeeping
- Confidentiality
- Active listening
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Confidentiality
- Active listening
Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Child/Infant First Aid & CPR
- CPR Certification - Current/Active
- De-Escalation Training - Completed, Training in techniques designed to safely respond to escalating behaviors, reduce conflict, maintain safety, and support individuals during challenging situations.
Timeline
Mental Heath Associate
Trinitas Medical Center
04.2025 - Current
Automation Production Associate
HELLOFRESH
02.2024 - Current
Stock Associate
BLOOMINGDALE'S
03.2021 - 11.2022
Activities Team Member
KIDS ACTIVITIES
01.2019 - 03.2021
Sales Associate
THE HOME DEPOT
05.2014 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
East Orange Campus High School