LYNETTA BRELAND
SAINT LOUIS,MO
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital
10.2018 - Current
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping them feel heard and understood.
- Observed patients closely for signs of distress or changes in condition, promptly reporting concerns to supervising clinicians for appropriate intervention.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively, promoting a calm atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Assisted in patient goal-setting and regularly monitored progress, celebrating successes and addressing barriers to achievement.
Security Officer
Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2025
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
Residential Advisor
St. Louis Job Corps Center
10.2013 - 09.2018
- Collaborated with fellow Residential Advisors to plan and host engaging social events for residents.
- Assisted students in handling tough situations to resolve problems.
- Monitored common areas and enforced quiet hours, promoting a respectful living environment for all residents.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and safety in residence hall.
- Established consistent relationships with students to maintain professional boundaries.
- Supervised and mentored students to promote safety and wellbeing.
- Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
Education
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Allied Medical College
Saint Louis, MO08-1997
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Incident reporting
- Developmental disabilities support
- De-escalation techniques
- Direct patient care
- Mental health support
- Decision-making
- Heartsaver first aid
Timeline
Security Officer
Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2025
Psychiatric Technician
Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital
10.2018 - Current
Residential Advisor
St. Louis Job Corps Center
10.2013 - 09.2018
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Allied Medical College
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