Sandra Sepulveda
Peoria,AZ
Summary
AKA: Sandra Vasquez, Sandra Lyannas
Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Proactive Behavioral Health Technician with over 10 years of experience in mental health support and trauma-informed care. Adept at mentoring new staff and implementing safety protocols, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with documentation standards. I am competent in word processing, spreadsheets presentation, knowledge and skills of computer hardware.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Higher Hopes
Goodyear, Arizona
06.2026 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities in daily activities.
- I work as a 1:1 for an autistic individual who is nonverbal.
- I facilitate group activities to adhere to specific treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided to clients.
Behavioral Health Technician III
Valleywise Health
Phoenix, Arizona
01.2019 - 06.2026
- Documented patient progress and incidents in electronic health records for precise tracking.
- Able to perform ADL's, vitals, weight, Accu-Check, work with Seriously mentally ILL, individuals with abuse and trauma
- Implemented safety protocols 1:1, 2:1,Q-15 minute check to maintain secure environments for patients.
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention during critical situations.
- Monitored new behavioral health technicians on best practices for patient interactions.
Behavioral Health Technician III
Arizona State Hospital
Phoenix, Arizona
10.2011 - 08.2018
- Monitored patient behavior and daily activities in a locked forensic facility.
- Documented patient interactions and progress accurately in electronic health records.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote communication and support among patients.
- Responded promptly to crises by applying effective de-escalation techniques.
- Completed daily Patient rounds to ensure safety and track movements.
- Mentored new behavioral health technicians on best practices for Patient interactions.
- Conducted searches of Patient belongings prior to admissions and throughout stays.
Mental Health Technician
Mesilla Valley Hospital
Las Cruces, New Mexico
01.2007 - 05.2011
- I assist the nurse with admissions and discharges.
- I monitor Patients on a 1:1, 2:1 and a 15-minute checks in a locked facility.
- I assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation of patients.
- I monitored patients by taking vital signs, respiration, temperature, checking patients for dangerous contraband.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Information Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ05-2026
Skills
Patient documentation and electronic health records
- Crisis intervention and emergency response
- Behavioral monitoring and support for vulnerable populations
- Mental health support and trauma-informed care
- Rounds management
- Vital signs assessment and assistance with activities of daily living
- Patient care coordination
- Documentation accuracy and compliance
- Basic computer proficiency
- Mentoring of new employees
- Leadership abilities
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Higher Hopes
06.2026 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician III
Valleywise Health
01.2019 - 06.2026
Behavioral Health Technician III
Arizona State Hospital
10.2011 - 08.2018
Mental Health Technician
Mesilla Valley Hospital
01.2007 - 05.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Health Information Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College