Skilled Mental Health Technician with extensive mental health services background. Supported numerous patients in large residential treatment facility and played key role in achievement of positive patient outcomes. Excellent communications and patient management skills leading to desirable results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Radar Recovery
04.2023 - Current
Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food.
Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Behavioral Health Technician
Paradise Detox
10.2022 - 04.2023
Provide hands-on care to individuals with varying degrees of mental illnesses and/or developmental disabilities.
Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Behavior Technician
Autism Outreach Southern California
08.2020 - 07.2022
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
Assisted clients in identifying and setting goals to promote positive behavior development.
Residential House Manager
Rescare
01.2018 - 06.2020
Manage the household budget, organizing social events, and making travel arrangements as needed.
Assisted residents with daily hygiene and living tasks.
Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.
Cashier
National City Kimball Fair
07.2010 - 01.2013
Collect money from customers orders and give their change back
Count earnings and spendings of the booth.
Custodian
Alpha Kappa Alpha
03.2012 - 04.2012
Clean up classroom, Mop and Sweep floors, Clean windows, Take out trash.
Food Bagger
Birthline of San Diego
02.2012 - 04.2012
Bag food for families in need such as formula, baby food, snacks and adult food.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt Miguel High School
2015
Helix High School
2011
Skills
Good organization and time management skills
Leadership and team building skills
Able to set priorities and meet deadlines
Good experience in receiving inbound calls from customers
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