Dedicated mental health technician with impressive mental health expertise and home health aide certification. delivered exceptional patient support in community-based treatment facility and contributed to many patients status improvements. super communications skill and compassionate nature enable positive outcomes in challenging environment
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Riverpoint Behavioral Health
05.2022 - Current
Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Charted on each patient daily.
Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
Stock Associate
WALMART INC
09.2021 - 11.2021
Helped sales team reach goals consistently by preparing merchandise for floor and assisting withrestocks
Handled resets for special promotions and new merchandise additions
Updated signs and tags for changing merchandise prices
Prevented accidents, injuries, and errors by keeping stock areas neat
Worked quickly to complete restocking with minimal disruption for customers
Assisted customers with locating desired merchandise and moving heavy items
Operated warehouse equipment, forklifts, and pallet jacks to move loads.
Mental Health Technician
CRMC
01.2021 - 09.2021
Protected patients by maintaining patient safety during and between scheduled activities
Enhanced medication administration compliance by monitoring behaviors and using customized andcaring approaches
Identified goals and implemented strategies to reinforce desired behaviors by working collaborativelywith family and treatment team members
Helped devise and implement effective plans of care as part of multidisciplinary team
Intervened in crisis situations as constant and reliable presence for stability
Followed treatment plan for best results when using verbal and physical behavior managementinterventions
Supported patients emotionally with positive communication and interactions
Counseled patients on emotional, personal care and behavioral issues.
Crisis Stabilization Unit Mental Health Technician
Apalachee center inc
03.2020 - 01.2021
Followed treatment plan for best results when using verbal and physical behavior managementinterventions
Protected patients by maintaining patient safety during and between scheduled activities
Intervened in crisis situations as constant and reliable presence for stability
Improved patient quality of life by assisting with activities of daily living (ADL)
Supported clients with direct services at home or in community and documented progress
Collected information about patients' current physical conditions, including evaluating blood pressureand temperature
Cared for patients with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities and emotional disturbance
Protected staff and patients by reporting unusual behaviors or ailments to staff
Documented initial and ongoing patient information, including temperatures, blood pressure andsymptoms.
Dietary Aide
07.2019 - 08.2020
Protected against germ spread by observing safety and sanitation requirements for food preparation
Assisted with serving or delivering meals to support high-volume meal periods
Prepared food according to dietary guidelines, noting food sensitivities and allergens
Washed and sanitized dished, flatware, and glasses
Supported dining room set up with table arrangements, place settings, and linens
Completed food preparation and plating in high-volume facility
Met nutritional goals by planning appropriate menus incorporating overall guidelines and specificpatients' requirements.
08.2019 - 05.2020
Updated records continuously with patient vitals, behaviors and symptoms
Kept client treatment on-track by consistently administering prescribed medications
Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or other trips, providing transportation, assistance, andcompanionship
Encouraged patient independence with caring support for personal hygiene and mobility needs
Prepared balanced, healthy meals and snacks for clients
Maintained clean home environment, changing linens, washing laundry and cleaning spaces
Assisted clients with taking medication on time by arranging schedules and reminders.
Home Health Aide
08.2018 - 04.2019
Improved client nutrition by carefully monitoring and preparing specialized diets
Enhanced wellbeing of individual clients with personalized support for social, mental, and physicalrequirements
Helped home-bound individuals maintain dignity by assisting with personal hygiene and care needs
Identified issues with home environments through continuous monitoring, documenting, and reportingconcerns
Kept spaces clean and inviting with regular cleaning, trash removal, and laundry assistance
Minimized safety hazards by arranging living spaces with patients' needs in mind
Protected clients during transfers between seating, beds, and wheelchairs
Supported individuals with advanced Alzheimer's and Parkinson's in maintaining optimal health in faceof deteriorating mental or physical wellbeing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
03.2017 - 04.2017
Practiced safe patient transfer techniques assisted with moving patients to stretchers or wheelchairs
Updated electronic medical records, upholding data security and confidentiality practices
Complied with department policies, quality and safety standards, and governmental regulations
Monitored and recorded vital signs, including radial pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
Maintained patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA protocols
Monitored patient condition and assisted with ADLs, including feeding and ambulation
Met residents' needs by proactively recognizing and responding different types of concerns.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Trade School
Jacksonville Job Combs
Tallahassee, FL
Skills
Strong communication
Cafe inventory
Clear Communication
Cleaning and sanitizing
Food handling safety
Healthy eating promotion
Behavior management
Patient safety management
Medication administration
Family support and assistance
Crisis intervention
Vitals monitoring
Behavioral support
Intake documentation
Housekeeping
ADL support
Medication organization
Documentation
Mental stimulation
Google Drive
Wound care
Certification
RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Riverpoint Behavioral Health
05.2022 - Current
Stock Associate
WALMART INC
09.2021 - 11.2021
Mental Health Technician
CRMC
01.2021 - 09.2021
Crisis Stabilization Unit Mental Health Technician
Mental Health Technician/Patient Care Technician at St. Bernard Medical CenterMental Health Technician/Patient Care Technician at St. Bernard Medical Center
Patient Care Technician/Mental Health Technician at St. Bernards Medical CenterPatient Care Technician/Mental Health Technician at St. Bernards Medical Center