Josh Skurla
Duluth,MN
Summary
Professional with experience in behavioral health care and clinical hours at CMH. Skilled in patient care, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support with strong communication abilities. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and driven, with commitment to improving patient outcomes and fostering supportive environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
03.2023 - Current
- Provide direct patient care
- Teach coping skills to patients in response to stressors
- De-escalate agitated/anxious/or violent situations
- Encourage and assist with activities of daily living
- Provide education on unit safety
- Maintain a therapeutic milieu for all patients.
- Autism certification training and BLS certified.
Supervised Research Experience
12.2022
- Interacting with participants without skewing results
- Recording of participants interacting with animals
- Using technology for recording and microphone
- Supervision of Dr. Angela Fournier
- Set up and give different scales to participants.
- Around 30 hours of research.
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Mowing and trimming of City of Chisholm Cemetery
- Funeral Preparation
- General maintenance of cemetery
- General cleanup of garbage as needed.
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
Chisholm, MN
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed landscaping tasks, including mowing and trimming, to ensure the cemetery's upkeep and visual integrity.
- Managed landscaping, cleaning, and upkeep of cemetery to maintain aesthetic appeal and safety standards.
- Conducted regular waste management activities to ensure cleanliness and organization of the area.
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Lawn mowing and trimming of various city properties.
- Street maintenance crew/ pothole filling, etc....
- Removal of dead and dying trees along streets and in city parks.
- Painting of crosswalks and curbs
- Maintenance of city vehicles.
- General cleanup of garbage as needed
- Trail Maintenance
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Lawn mowing and trimming of various city properties.
- Street maintenance crew/ pothole filling, etc....
- Removal of dead and dying trees along streets and in city parks.
- Painting of crosswalks and curbs
- Maintenance of city vehicles.
- General cleanup of garbage as needed.
Internship
Guardian Angels Healthcare Facility
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Shadowing employees in administration, nursing, activities, maintenance, dining, and social service department.
Summer Recreational Aide
City of Chisholm
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Supervised children from 1st to 7th grade.
- Running indoor and outdoor activities
- Providing supervision during field trips.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
05-2026
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Bemidji State University
12-2022
High School Diploma -
Chisholm High School
05-2020
PSEO student during High School - General Courses studied
Hibbing Community College
05-2019
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Valid Class C Driver’s License
- BLS Certified
- Autism Certification
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
03.2023 - Current
Supervised Research Experience
12.2022
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
05.2022 - 08.2022
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
05.2021 - 08.2021
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
05.2020 - 08.2020
Seasonal Laborer
City of Chisholm
06.2019 - 08.2019
Internship
Guardian Angels Healthcare Facility
05.2018 - 08.2018
Summer Recreational Aide
City of Chisholm
05.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Bemidji State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
High School Diploma -
Chisholm High School
PSEO student during High School - General Courses studied
Hibbing Community College