James Yost
Mountains Edge Recovery
Pittston,PA
1
Certification
1
year of professional experience
Dedicated behavioral health professional with experience in patient assessment, rounds management, and substance abuse support. Strong documentation skills and active listening support safe, structured care. Mentors new technicians and helps maintain smooth daily operations.
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor
1 Year- Applied de-escalation techniques to address agitation and emotional distress.
- Monitored client behavior and maintained safe, structured recovery environment.
- Supported daily routines, group activities, and treatment schedule adherence.
- Documented observations accurately in client records and shift notes.
- Assisted with intake, orientation, and program expectations for new clients.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians joining the team, sharing best practices and helping them acclimate quickly to their new role responsibilities.
Packer Associate
6 Months- Packed customer orders accurately, following warehouse safety and quality standards.
- Verified item counts, product condition, and packaging requirements before shipment.
- Operated scanning equipment to confirm order accuracy and update fulfillment records.
- Sorted merchandise efficiently to support smooth picking, packing, and shipping flow.
Education
GED
Skills
Mental health support
Patient assessment
Substance abuse experience
Transport assistance
Rounds management
Documentation skills
Client transportation
Active listening
Certification
-Certificate Of Training for Ethics(3 hours)
-Certificate Of Training for HIV for Substance Use Disorder Professionals(6 hours)
-Certified CPR Provider
-Currently in CRS(Certified Recovery Specialist) Class (Not certified yet)
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor
Mountains Edge Recovery
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Packer Associate
Chewy Warehouse
04.2025 - 10.2025Read More
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