RICARDO GONZALEZ
New York,NY
Summary
Compassionate Behavioral Health Associate known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in crisis intervention, patient support, and behavioral therapy techniques. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring effective interaction with patients and team members.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Associate
Bellevue Hospital Center
New York, New York
08.2004 - Current
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
- Modified treatment activities or approaches as needed to comply with changes in clients' status.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage and prevent patient crises effectively.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Provided support during medical procedures or treatments related to behavioral health issues.
- Utilized evidence-based practices when providing therapeutic interventions to clients.
- Established strong working relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and respect.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities designed to enhance mental wellness and social skills.
- Supported patients in developing life skills and independence through targeted interventions.
- Assisted patients in setting and achieving personal and therapeutic goals.provides direct support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, assisting with daily living skills, facilitating therapeutic activities, monitoring behavior, and collaborating with a treatment team to ensure client safety and progress within a variety of settings like hospitals, outpatient clinics, or residential facilities; responsibilities may include conducting individual and group sessions, documenting client progress, and providing crisis intervention when needed, all under the supervision of licensed clinicians. Assists in the application and removal of restraints and the implementation of seclusion, when deemed necessary by appropriate personnel; ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of the client when using such methods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sugar Loaf Union Free District
Chester, NY06-1996
Skills
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- Mental health support
- Self-harm prevention
- Behavior modification
- Suicide prevention
- Therapeutic communication
- Excellent customer service skills
- Depression support
- Self-care promotion
- Behavior observation
Education and Training
Chester, NY
Contact
New York, NY 10001
Timeline
Behavioral Health Associate
Bellevue Hospital Center
08.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sugar Loaf Union Free District
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