Mariah Leach
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Skilled Mental Health Technician with a track record of success at Triangle Springs, adept in medication administration and fostering compassionate care. Leveraged behavioral health expertise and therapeutic communication to enhance patient well-being and support recovery, achieving significant milestones in patient progress without relying on numerical data.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Triangle Springs
Raleigh, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Empowered patients by setting realistic goals, encouraging personal growth, and celebrating achievements throughout the recovery process.
Behavior Technician
Living With Autism
Cary, NC
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Administered Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques and completed data collection to track progress of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Implemented customized techniques to support behavioral development in individuals with Autism Spectrum challenges.
- Led 1:1 and small group instruction to children with autism, utilizing language, communication, and social skills development strategies.
ABA Paraprofessional
People Of Potential
Jacksonville, NC
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Consistently monitored and adjusted intervention strategies based on data analysis to ensure optimal student outcomes.
- Provided assistance to clients in various aspects including physical, personal, academic, and emotional support.
- Implemented tailored strategies for managing six weekly client interactions.
- Facilitated engagement in communal settings.
- Managed and distributed medications efficiently.
Education
Cleveland High School
Garner, NC05.2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Care plan development
- Mental health first aid
- Problem-solving
- Compassionate care
- Relationship building
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Data confidentiality
- Mental status evaluation
- Family support and assistance
- Therapeutic communication
- Behavioral health
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Suicide prevention
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior management
- First aid
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Triangle Springs
06.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Living With Autism
03.2024 - 06.2024
ABA Paraprofessional
People Of Potential
08.2023 - 02.2024
Cleveland High School