Richard King
Lancaster,Texas
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Parkland Health and Hospital Systems
Dallas, Texas
10.2020 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
Mental Health Technician
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Dallas, Texas
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- 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.
Unarmed Security Guard
Hawkeye Security
Kingston, Jamaica
03.2010 - 08.2019
- Improved overall safety by enforcing company policies and regulations among employees and visitors alike.
- Provided exceptional customer service to clients, addressing their concerns and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Conducted thorough inspections of facilities to identify potential safety hazards or security breaches.
- Patrolled commercial property and associated parking garage.
Unarmed Security Guard
Atlas Protection
Kingston, Jamaica
02.2008 - 03.2010
- Patrolled parking lots and garages to determine security of vehicles and property.
- Maintained visitor logs for accurate record-keeping and improved site access control.
- Conducted safety checks, inventory checks and security assessments to apply protective measures.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Dallas College
Dallas, TX12.2024
High School Diploma -
Carron Hall High School
St. Mary06.2008
Skills
- Active listening
- Communication
- Computer skills
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Parkland Health and Hospital Systems
10.2020 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
03.2019 - 09.2020
Unarmed Security Guard
Hawkeye Security
03.2010 - 08.2019
Unarmed Security Guard
Atlas Protection
02.2008 - 03.2010
Associate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Dallas College
High School Diploma -
Carron Hall High School