Qualified PCC with 10+ years of hands-on experience delivering treatment for mental health and substance abuse conditions. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA III/ BHT Supervisor
Copper Springs
08.2023 - Current
Traveled out of state to help open new hospitals and train new staff
Participates in interview and selection process of BHT candidates
Provides on-going training and education on Evidence Based Best practice such as Trauma Informed Care, Verbal De-escalation, Group Facilitation, Motivational Interviewing, Patient De-Briefing, and Recovery Support techniques to employees in real time as needed. Runs skillset drills and debriefs with staff afterwards. Acts as an evidence-based skillset role model/trainer.
Provides orientation and support on unit expectations, accountability, and milieu management including integrating and engaging with patients.
Assists Manager with process workflow, team motivation, and conflict management. Reports any issues to Leadership.
Oversees work schedule and daily activities of assigned BHTs
Supervises and is responsible for training, corrective action, and performance reviews of assigned staff.
Responsible for all CPR and CPI training for current and new employees
PCC / Backup Lead PCC
Mind 24-7
02.2022 - Current
Responsible for obtaining and documenting vital signs and point of care testing (BAL/UDS) . Reports all abnormal results to the RN.
Responsible for supporting and upholding clients individualized treatment plans.
Responsible for creating and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
Responsible for maintaining the safety of patients, and intervening with escalated individuals using therapeutic techniques for de-escalation and performs restraints/seclusion when needed to ensure the individual’s safety and the safety of others.
Case Manager
Unhooked Recovery
06.2020 - 02.2022
Responsible for assisting and supporting individuals in developing their skills
Coordinated access to needed medical, behavioral health, housing, employment, social and educational services.
Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies and local judicial systems regarding cases.
Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
Night Supervisor, BHT, EMT
Community Bridges Inc. (CBI)
11.2017 - 12.2019
Supervisor duties included being responsible for the day to day operations including but not limited to training staff, scheduling staff, ensuring staff have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their job, and ensuring staff adhere to agency policy and procedure.
Under supervision of a RN, triaged emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients experiencing mental health crisis, alcohol/opiate withdrawals and homelessness.
Collect and document vital signs, BAL, Urine drug screens and
Responsible for the safety of the unit, including identifying environmental and patient specific safety concerns, and elevating those concerns to the RN
EMT
Novaspine Pain Institute
11.2016 - 11.2017
Assists primary physician during treatment procedures and surgery
Reports and communicates abnormal clinical findings or symptoms to the appropriate physician
Accountable for planning, and implementing patient care from admission to discharge.
Takes appropriate action in emergency situations
Assist front office with daily tasks including checking patients in and scheduling appointments
Night Supervisor, BHT, EMT
Community Bridges Inc. (CBI)
01.2011 - 11.2016
Supervisor duties included being responsible for the day to day operations including but not limited to training staff, scheduling staff, ensuring staff have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their job, and ensuring staff adhere to agency policy and procedure.
Under supervision of a RN, triaged emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients experiencing mental health crisis, alcohol/opiate withdrawals and homelessness.
Collect and document vital signs, BAL, Urine drug screens and
Responsible for the safety of the unit, including identifying environmental and patient specific safety concerns, and elevating those concerns to the RN
Lance Corporal
United States Marine Corps
06.1999 - 06.2005
Served in the United Sates Marine Corps including one deployment to Iraq (Operation Iraqi Freedom) Upon separation from the armed forces, received honorable discharge.
Education
EMT Certificate - NREMT-B -
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ
2011
Marine Corps Recruit Training
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
1999
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School
Mount Vernon, NY
05.1993
Skills
Supervision & Leadership/Team Management
Strong communication skills/ Active listening
Critical Thinking/Conflict Resolution
Adaptive to quick moving/rapidly changing environments
Certified CPR instructor
Certified CPI instructor
Experience with multiple EMRs
Certification
NovaspineDemaio
EMT, NREMT-B
Level 1 fingerprint clearance card
SafeClinch certified
First Aid/CPR
Timeline
PCA III/ BHT Supervisor
Copper Springs
08.2023 - Current
PCC / Backup Lead PCC
Mind 24-7
02.2022 - Current
Case Manager
Unhooked Recovery
06.2020 - 02.2022
Night Supervisor, BHT, EMT
Community Bridges Inc. (CBI)
11.2017 - 12.2019
EMT
Novaspine Pain Institute
11.2016 - 11.2017
Night Supervisor, BHT, EMT
Community Bridges Inc. (CBI)
01.2011 - 11.2016
Lance Corporal
United States Marine Corps
06.1999 - 06.2005
Marine Corps Recruit Training
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School
NovaspineDemaio
EMT, NREMT-B
Level 1 fingerprint clearance card
SafeClinch certified
First Aid/CPR
EMT Certificate - NREMT-B -
Central Arizona College
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