Steven Jones Jr.
St Louis,MO
Summary
Compassionate psychiatric technician with expertise in patient monitoring, behavior modification, and group therapy facilitation. Committed to fostering positive relationships and encouraging self-care practices to enhance overall patient wellbeing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Hawthorn Psychiatric Hospital
Saint Louis, MO
12.2021 - Current
- Observed patient behaviors and reported any changes or concerning issues to the psychiatrist or nurse practitioner.
- Provided direct patient care and monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional status.
- Encouraged clients to participate in self-care practices like exercise or journaling that promote overall wellbeing.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO05-2017
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Behavior modification
- Group therapy facilitation
- Client advocacy
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation techniques
- Mental health support
- Vital signs documentation
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Hawthorn Psychiatric Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri