Ron C Armstrong
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Houston Sun Behavioral Hospital, excelling in crisis intervention and therapeutic communication. Proven track record in fostering patient empowerment and safety, while mentoring junior staff. Skilled in clinical documentation and relationship building, enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective collaboration.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Mental Health Technician
Houston Sun•Behavioral Hospital
Houston, TX
2020 - Current
- Provided effective leadership to junior mental health technicians through mentorship, guidance on best practices, and constructive feedback.
- Promoted recovery-oriented care by fostering a sense of hope, empowerment, and self-determination among patients.
- Collaborated closely with psychiatric nursing staff in monitoring patient medication adherence rates for improved outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of mental health care.
You Worker/activity Coordinator
Covenant House Texas
Houston, TX
2007 - 2025
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Improved team morale and productivity through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through excellent communication skills, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Maintained open lines of communication between staff members to ensure seamless coordination of all aspects of the programming process.
- Coordinated special events like holiday parties or themed days that fostered a sense of community among participants.
Mental Health Technician
Houston Behavioral Hospital
Houston, TX
2017 - 2020
- 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.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and self-help techniques to better manage their mental health symptoms.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
- Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment by enforcing facility policies and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Implemented group therapy sessions, facilitating open communication and fostering a supportive community among patients.
- Empowered patients by setting realistic goals, encouraging personal growth, and celebrating achievements throughout the recovery process.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, providing flexible and responsive care.
- Supported patients in daily activities, promoting independence and skill-building.
Education
Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
WEIMAR/Flatonia High School
Flatonia, TXSkills
- Clinical documentation
- Self-care techniques
- Mental health counseling
- Family support
- Behavioral management
- Psychiatric care
- Therapeutic communication
- Problem-solving
- Behavior observation
- Compassionate care
- Relationship building
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient safety management
- Crisis intervention
Accomplishments
Promoted to lead mental health technician in 2024
Certification
CPI certified and CPR
Additional Information
Highly motivated individual that’s gonna bring a strong work ethic to your business or organization.
Timeline
Lead Mental Health Technician
Houston Sun•Behavioral Hospital
2020 - Current
You Worker/activity Coordinator
Covenant House Texas
2007 - 2025
Mental Health Technician
Houston Behavioral Hospital
2017 - 2020
Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
WEIMAR/Flatonia High School