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Sarah Johnson

Houston

Summary

Experienced behavioral health professional with an additional 3 years of experience in the Nursing field. I am a committed and dependable mental health worker with a strong passion to help people with psychiatric and drug abuse crisis. My specialties involve de-escalation, active listening, and working in high stress situations. I work diligently with each team member and believe communication is number one at all times.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Technician

Westpark Springs Hospital
08.2025 - Current
  • Monitored patient behavior and provided support during therapeutic activities.
  • 15 minute rounds
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.

Mental Health Worker (MHW)

Northwest Medical Center - Springdale
12.2023 - 11.2024
  • First responder de-escalator
  • Assisted Nurses during intakes
  • Monitored clients every 15 min as well as 1:1 experience
  • Provided guidance and support to clients in times of crisis.
  • Assisted medical staff to coordinate care for clients with mental health issues.
  • Participated in supportive groups for the clients

Camp Counselor

Camp War Eagle
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Mentored and encouraged campers from ages 7 - 18
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to address logistical challenges and maintain smooth operations at the camp.
  • Demonstrated excellent leadership skills by leading multiple team-building sessions.
  • Assisted with camper discipline and behavior management.

Server

The Woodlands Resort
06.2017 - 07.2019
  • Worked closely with restaurant management to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Developed an understanding of customer needs and provided excellent customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Psychology

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

Skills

  • De-escalation
  • Leadership role
  • Active listening
  • High energy
  • Patient and staff safety
  • Effective communication between staff and clients
  • Fast pace
  • Efficient work while multitasking
  • intake/discharge

References

Kim Livesay - LCDC at La Hacienda Treatment center, Owner of Legacy House sober living

Jackie Ezzeldin - Director of Northwest Medical Behavioral Health Unit

Sam Brown - Clinical Instructor at the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing

Certification

CPR/First-aid, Handle with Care, SAMA

Timeline

Behavioral Health Technician

Westpark Springs Hospital
08.2025 - Current

Mental Health Worker (MHW)

Northwest Medical Center - Springdale
12.2023 - 11.2024

Camp Counselor

Camp War Eagle
05.2022 - 08.2022

Server

The Woodlands Resort
06.2017 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Psychology

University of Arkansas

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Arkansas

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