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SYDNEE KLABBATZ

Connections Health Solutions
Mesa,AZ
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience

Compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Specialist with over 4 years of experience in the field. Providing trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and recovery support for individuals experiencing acute mental illness, substance use disorders, and behavioral crises. Skilled in psychiatric patient observation, suicide risk prevention, crisis de-escalation, therapeutic communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while ensuring patient safety and supporting recovery in fast-paced behavioral health settings.

Work History

Behavioral Health Specialist

1 Year 10 Months
Connections Health Solutions | 09.2024 - Current
  • Provide direct care and behavioral support to individuals experiencing psychiatric emergencies, acute mental health crises, and substance use disorders.
  • Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies to safely manage aggressive or emotionally distressed patients.
  • Utilized verbal de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies to effectively manage aggressive or emotionally distressed patients, enhancing safety and stability.
  • Conducted suicide risk observation and implemented individualized safety plans, contributing to patient safety and crisis management.
  • Perform continuous behavioral observation and monitor patients for changes in mood, behavior, and safety risks.
  • Support voluntary and involuntary psychiatric admissions.
  • Collaborated with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, social workers, EMS, law enforcement, and emergency department staff to coordinate comprehensive patient care, improving treatment outcomes.
  • Accurately document patient behaviors, interventions, and treatment progress using electronic health records (EHR).
  • Assisted with one-to-one (1:1) patient monitoring based on clinical assessments.
  • Monitor medication compliance and promptly report behavioral or medical changes to licensed clinical staff.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and discharge coordination.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission standards, and facility safety policies.
  • Mentor new Behavioral Health Specialists and provide leadership support during daily operations.take and triage of behavioral health patients
  • Crisis stabilization for adults.
  • Support for patients experiencing psychosis, mania, severe depression, anxiety disorders, and substance use disorders
  • Coordination with EMS, law enforcement, and emergency department personnel
  • Assistance with restraint and seclusion procedures following facility policy
  • Monitoring and reporting behavioral changes to licensed clinical staff

Recovery Support Specialist

5 Months
Connections Health Solutions | 08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Encouraged and supported individuals through shared experiences to foster personal growth.
  • Assisted clients in identifying positive behavioral choices and developing healthy coping skills.
  • Be an advocate for clients.
  • Advocated for clients' rights and needs in various settings.
  • Work well with other disciplines to provide the best possible care for the client.
  • Ensure RSS staff is utilizing proper customer service in patient care such as verbal de-escalation and motivates team to be of a presence on the units at all times.
  • Take interest in training/mentoring new and current RSSs.
  • Ensure RSS staff is utilizing proper customer service in patient care such as verbal de-escalation and motivate team to be of a presence on the units at all times.
  • Delegate team members for their daily tasks for their shift.
  • Take daily attendance calls.
  • Taken initiative to learn role of Lead and Supervisor.

Bakery Clerk

Aj’s Fine Foods | 01.2022 - 01.2022
  • Prepared store for opening and closing, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
  • Restocked pastries on display to maintain inventory levels.
  • Operated cash register efficiently during peak hours.
  • Made coffees and teas, delivering quality beverages to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Customer Service.

Janitorial Services

1 Year
Company Cleaning | 01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Delivered thorough commercial cleaning services for major corporations, ensuring high standards of cleanliness.
  • Ensured accuracy by meticulously reviewing all work.
  • Prioritized responsibilities to maximize productivity and efficiency.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Ashland University-Phoenix | Phoenix, Az | 10-2021

Some College in General Studies

GED

Payson Education Center | Payson, AZ | 01-2012

Skills

Crisis Intervention
De-escalation & Stabilization
Behavioral Health & Psychiatric Patient Assessment
Therapeutic Communication & Patient Advocacy
Clinical Documentation & Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration & Leadership
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving & Crisis Management

Certification

  • Workforce Reentry Development
  • Computer Technology Level 1 and Level 2
  • Peer Support Certificate
  • Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program

Timeline

Behavioral Health Specialist

Connections Health Solutions
09.2024 - CurrentRead More

Recovery Support Specialist

Connections Health Solutions
08.2022 - 01.2023Read More

Bakery Clerk

Aj’s Fine Foods
01.2022 - 01.2022Read More

Janitorial Services

Company Cleaning
01.2021 - 01.2022Read More

Ashland University-Phoenix

Some College (No Degree) from General Studies
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Payson Education Center

GED
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SYDNEE KLABBATZ