Shana Payton
Waco,TX
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Technician with experience at Oceans Behavioral Hospital, skilled in behavior observation and de-escalation techniques. Successfully facilitated group therapy sessions, enhancing patient engagement and communication. Proven ability to implement individualized treatment plans, ensuring patient safety and well-being while maintaining compliance with hospital policies.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Waco High
Waco, TX05.2000
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and mental health status to ensure safety and well-being.
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans under clinician supervision.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to encourage patient engagement and communication.
- Documented patient progress and incidents accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided crisis intervention support during high-stress situations effectively.
- Educated patients on coping techniques and daily living skills for improved outcomes.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols and hospital policies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
Newspaper Carrier
Waco Tribune Herald
05.2011 - 12.2022
- Delivered newspapers efficiently across designated routes, ensuring timely distribution.
- Managed inventory of newspapers, coordinating restocking to meet demand.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and customer feedback for service improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Newspaper Carrier
Waco Tribune Herald
05.2011 - 12.2022
High School Diploma - General Studies
Waco High
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior management