Tara Burt
Tulsa
Summary
Compassionate professional experienced in crisis counseling and de-escalation. Proven track record in providing effective care referrals and fostering emotional stability in diverse patient populations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
988 PRSS/CM2
CREOKS Behavioral Health Services
Sapulpa, OK
11.2022 - Current
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Provide field based de-escalation, crisis counseling and care referrals.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Psychiatric Technician 2
Saint Francis (BHU & Laureate)
Muskogee, OK & Tulsa, OK
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Administered therapeutic interventions to support patient recovery and emotional stability.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to clinical staff for timely adjustments in care plans.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for diverse patient populations.
- Led group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and communication among patients.
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping them feel heard and understood.
Resident Advisor
RISE
Muskogee, OK
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Provided a safe, structured and therapeutic environment for young girls who survived sex trafficking and/or sexual exploitation.
- Mentored residents, fostering community engagement and personal development.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, ensuring resident well-being and compliance.
- Organized educational workshops, enhancing resident knowledge on important life skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WABBA - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
Certification
- PRSS Certified
- CM 2 Certifed
- Youth Mental health First Aid
- MAB
- 60 hours VAT training
- BLS/CPR
Timeline
988 PRSS/CM2
CREOKS Behavioral Health Services
11.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Technician 2
Saint Francis (BHU & Laureate)
09.2019 - 11.2022
Resident Advisor
RISE
03.2017 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Columbia Basin College
BBA - Health Administration
University of Phoenix