Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
Maintained accurate records of food temperatures to ensure safety standards were met.
Mental Health Technician/Behavioral Health Tech II
SMA Healthcare
Ocala, FL
03.2014 - 03.2024
Company Overview: SMA Healthcare formerly known as The Centers
Worked with substance abuse, mental health, also worked with kids and worked in ES checking clients in, doing urinalysis, uploading documents to the clients charts, and helping the nurses with the clients getting them for med pass and to sign for medication when ordered by the psychiatrist
Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
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.
Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
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.
Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Production Worker
Hamilton Products
Ocala, FL
09.1994 - 11.2011
Making products for animals such as horse and cow harnesses, cat and dog collars. Business moved to another location I was laid off after it closed.
Deli Worker
Publix
Ocala, FL
06.2004 - 08.2004
Slice meat, cheese and made subs, made platters, and made sure everything was stocked for the deli. Worked there part time.
Education
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Webster College
Ocala, FL
06.1991
Diploma - undefined
North Marion High School
Sparr, FL
05.1988
Skills
Behavioral Health
Quick learner
Positive attitude
Multitasking
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Marion County School Board
08.2024 - Current
Mental Health Technician/Behavioral Health Tech II