Lavon Reese Jr
Orlando
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Attain
2023.08 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Behavioral Health Technician
Greenleaf Center LLC
2022.10 - 2023.07
- 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.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- 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.
- Assist in inpatient hospitalization,and intensive outpatient programming for adolescents, teens,and adults struggling with depression,anxiety ,bipolar disorder,behavioral issues ,and other mental health illness
Behavioral Health Technician
Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital
2021.04 - 2022.05
- 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.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Non-Emergency Transportation Driver
Health Lift Of Arizona
2020.05 - 2021.05
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charles W Flanagan High School
Pembroke Pines, FL06.2000
Skills
- Monitor Vital Signs
- Accurate Documenting
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Ability to Lift
- Compassionate Client Care
- Developmental Disabilities
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Infection Control Procedures
- Charting and Documentation
- Patient Education
- Health and Safety Requirements
- Healthcare
- Crisis Management
- Personal Care Support
- Safe Patient Transport
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Attain
2023.08 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Greenleaf Center LLC
2022.10 - 2023.07
Behavioral Health Technician
Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital
2021.04 - 2022.05
Non-Emergency Transportation Driver
Health Lift Of Arizona
2020.05 - 2021.05
High School Diploma -
Charles W Flanagan High School
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