Darick Connor
Chicago,IL
Summary
My objective is to bring positive energy, good work ethics, and determination to gain experience and to help your company grow. 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
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Favortite Healthcare Staffing
Ann Kiley Developmental Center
Waukegan, IL
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Conducted one-on-one sessions with patients to provide emotional support and crisis intervention.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
Behavior Health Technician
Park Shore Estates
Chicago, USA
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Interacted with patients to observe behaviors and communicated observations to staff
- Maintained clean, orderly & safe environment; reported needs for maintenance to appropriate staff
- Assisted nursing staff in responding to emergency situations
- Supervised patients in special care areas as assigned
- Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities
- Help transport patients within a hospital or residential care facility
- Restrain patients who may become physically violent
Yardworker
City of Chicago Auto Pound
Chicago, USA
12.2017 - 09.2022
- Performed daily tasks as required in outdoor tow yard in inclement weather
- Moved vehicles to designated areas and reported appropriate locations for record keeping
- Assisted customers to their vehicles while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Assisted with the removal of salvage vehicles
- Maintained and cleaned the yard as necessary
Lunch Room Attendant/Porter
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, USA
09.2012 - 11.2017
- Assisted in the preparation and serving of food and the sanitation of food service facilities and equipment; and performed related duties as required
- Adhered to all departmental personal hygiene requirements and HACCP sanitation and safety guidelines
- Prepared appropriate portions of ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, chopping, mixing, and weighing
- Set up and restock serving areas, Opens cans and packages
- Scraped and washed dishes and trays, washing, pots, pans, and utensils
- Cleansed and sanitized countertops, work areas, storage areas, lunchroom tables and food service equipment, swept and mopped floors
- Assisted with placing food items in proper storage area and breaking down and disposing of boxes to place them in a designated area
- Served food to customers using proper utensils using correct portion sizes, while demonstrating a professional demeanor at all times
Education
High School Diploma -
Lucy Flowers High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Basic math
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Data management
- Remote office availability
- Data entry
- Behavioral management
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Favortite Healthcare Staffing
Ann Kiley Developmental Center
02.2024 - 09.2025
Behavior Health Technician
Park Shore Estates
09.2022 - 02.2024
Yardworker
City of Chicago Auto Pound
12.2017 - 09.2022
Lunch Room Attendant/Porter
Chicago Public Schools
09.2012 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Lucy Flowers High School