shawn sattiewhite
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Skilled Mental Health Technician with extensive experience at Bellaire Behavior Hospital, adept in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. Demonstrates exceptional ability in behavior observation and fostering patient safety. Proven track record in reducing aggressive incidents by applying stress reduction strategies, ensuring a secure and supportive environment. Proficient in clinical documentation and building trust, enhancing patient cooperation and well-being.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Sunrise Healthcare
12.2012 - Current
- 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.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
Correctional Officer/ Psych-Aide
TDCJ-ID
12.1992 - 09.2020
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Mental Health Technician
Bellaire Behavior Hospital
08.2007 - 12.2010
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jack Yates
Houston, TX1990
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior management
- Suicide prevention
- Patient safety management
- Crisis intervention
- Progress monitoring
Certification
CPR, CPI/ Crisis Prevention Intervention
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Sunrise Healthcare
12.2012 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Bellaire Behavior Hospital
08.2007 - 12.2010
Correctional Officer/ Psych-Aide
TDCJ-ID
12.1992 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Jack Yates
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