Tega Okiti
Richmond,TX
Summary
Sympathetic Mental Health Tech offering extreme compassion and extensive experience working with mental health intervention. Adept at performing risk assessment, crisis intervention and psycho-education. Dedicated and energetic with excellent listening skills and establishing therapeutic relationships with patients while helping with daily living. Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Several years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and social skills. Responsible professional experienced in coordinating behavioral support for clients. Strong history of maintaining accurate documentation and daily reports, helping clients and assisting with daily programming. Skilled professional proficient in best practices and requirements of behavioral health programs as well as successful support strategies and skill-building exercises. Dedicated to assisting clients with improving daily living through avoidance of harmful substances and ongoing support. Dependable and ethical with superior work ethic. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Bellaire Behavioral Hospital
5314 Dashwood Drive Houston, TX
06.2016 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to mental health care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician or psychiatrist.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Conducted intake interviews to assess patient needs and determine appropriate care plans.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with mental health practices.
Paraprofessional
Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
Rosenberg, TX
03.2013 - 05.2022
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
- Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And International Relations
Delta State University
Abraka,Delta State Nigeria07-1996
Skills
- Family support and assistance
- Discharge Planning
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Health plan benefits
- Medication Administration
- Patient Safety Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Behavior Management
- Excellent customer service skills
- Patient Assessment
- Suicide Prevention
- Individual Counseling
- Progress Monitoring
- Treatment Planning
Accomplishments
- Received so many recognitions and awards in some kind of appreciation for my peoples skill.
- Attendance and punctuality at work
- Ability to multi task
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Bellaire Behavioral Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Paraprofessional
Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
03.2013 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And International Relations
Delta State University
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