Jennifer Clark
South Jordan,UT
Summary
Self-motivated student with experience in psychiatric care. Seeks higher education and is passionate in gaining knowledge in the field of psychology. Strong skills in communication and problem-solving, as well as being a hard worker in academic studies.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Utah State Hospital
Provo, Utah
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to the nursing staff.
- Supported therapeutic group activities for patients' engagement.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment in patient areas.
- Participated in staff training sessions on patient care protocols.
- Provided direct patient care and monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional status.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress including daily notes on individuals' moods, activities, interactions with others.
- Created therapeutic environments through activities designed to reduce stress levels among residents.
- Assisted psychiatrists in the assessment of patient behavior and provided feedback to the treatment team.
- Utilized therapeutic techniques such as positive reinforcement or distraction methods when working with agitated patients.
- Taught clients how to manage their emotions, cope with stress, and develop healthy habits.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients while providing a safe environment for them to express themselves openly.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques to manage aggressive behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06-2024
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA12-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology for Transfer-AA
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CASome College (No Degree) - Business Administration
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Hard Worker
- Highly Self-Motivated
- Passionate
- Curious
- Patient
- Good Communication
- Positive attitude
- Active listening
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Utah State Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Oregon State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Allan Hancock College
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology for Transfer-AA
Southwestern College
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
California State University, Bakersfield