Kaysandu Agbai
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic mental health technician with expertise in crisis intervention and patient care at New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center. Proven ability to enhance patient independence through targeted behavioral management strategies. Skilled in first aid and maintaining safety, ensuring a secure environment for both patients and staff. Committed to delivering compassionate and effective support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
New York, NY
05.2023 - Current
- Supported patients in developing life skills and independence through targeted interventions.
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
Hospital Security Officer
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
New York, NY
06.2019 - 05.2023
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Identified safety hazards within the premises and reported them accordingly.
- Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Participated in drills designed to test preparedness for various emergency scenarios.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Provided escorts for staff, patients, and visitors as needed.
- Enforced hospital regulations regarding visitors, personnel, and vehicles.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Campus Security Officer
CUNY Queens College
Queens, NY
08.2014 - 03.2019
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Inspected buildings periodically for any signs of vandalism or unauthorized entry.
- Ensured that all visitors were properly identified upon entering restricted areas of the campus.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Inspected security systems to maintain consistent operational availability and to detect evidence of tampering.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY06-2000
Skills
- Patient care
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral management
- First aid
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Security guard license
- BLS certified
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
05.2023 - Current
Hospital Security Officer
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
06.2019 - 05.2023
Campus Security Officer
CUNY Queens College
08.2014 - 03.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College