Sarah Knox
Mission Viejo,CA
Summary
Diligent program support professional well-versed in evaluating behavioral and physical needs from Acute to detoxing clients. Documenting daily activities and special incidents while effectively managing client needs, assisting with treatment coordination and supporting program operations. Enthusiastic Behavioral tech eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of emotions and training involved with direct care of patients. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in healthcare.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
BHT
Socal Empowered
Mission Viejo, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Promoted a safe therapeutic environment through consistent enforcement of policies, procedures, and guidelines related to patient care.
Behavioral Health Associate
North Tampa Behavioral Health Hospital
Wesley Chapel, FL
05.2020 - Current
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve patients.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
- Conducted patient rounds every Q5- Q15 to check on residents.
- Performed patient intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Documented on unit seclusion pt as well as monitoring with 1:1 pts.
Direct Support Specialist
Child & Family Support Services
Bullhead City, AZ
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate a trusting relationship.
- Documented each individual teaching skill in accordance to company operating procedures.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
Direct Support Professional
Sails Group
Costa Mesa, CA
03.2014 - 01.2018
- Conducted CPI
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to individuals.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Elderly Caregiver
Elevate Home Health
Long Beach, CA
10.2013 - 01.2017
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Direct Support Professional
Bluebonnet Homes
San Angelo, TX
10.2012 - 09.2013
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Scheduling Assistant
ResCare Residential Services
San Angelo, TX
09.2011 - 10.2012
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Developed and implemented scheduling policies.
- Developed strong working relationships with management and executive team through effective scheduling and communication skills.
- Developed weekly production status reports for supervisor and manager.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
Education
High School Diploma -
Century High School
06.2009
Skills
- Behavior Observation
- Mental Health Care
- Crisis Situations (CPI)
- Nonviolent Intervention
- Dependable and Responsible
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
BHT
Socal Empowered
09.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Associate
North Tampa Behavioral Health Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Direct Support Specialist
Child & Family Support Services
02.2018 - 11.2018
Direct Support Professional
Sails Group
03.2014 - 01.2018
Elderly Caregiver
Elevate Home Health
10.2013 - 01.2017
Direct Support Professional
Bluebonnet Homes
10.2012 - 09.2013
Scheduling Assistant
ResCare Residential Services
09.2011 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
Century High School