Tiana Mcgee
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Competent behavioral health technician knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve wellbeing and functioning by preventing substance abuse and improving confidence. Hardworking, reliable and dedicated.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Hickory Recovery
11.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.
- Conducted assessments for accurate diagnoses, leading to the development of personalized treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and discuss coping strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing each patient''s unique needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Enhanced patient engagement in their treatment plan through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, enabling effective adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the facility, enhancing overall service delivery and patient satisfaction levels.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems for efficient data entry and retrieval purposes related to clinical documentation requirements within the field of behavioral health.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Assisted with medication administration and counting and pouring medications.
Behavioral Health Technician
Resource Treatment Facility
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- 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.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Utilized creative problem-solving abilities to address complex patient needs and overcome barriers to treatment success, all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and ethical conduct.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Education
Medical Billing And Coding -
Med Cert
Farmington, WA02.2022
High School Diploma - General Studies
Decatur Central High School
Indianapolis, IN06.1997
Skills
- Activity monitoring
- Client Transportation
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis handling
- Patient Observation
- Case Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Documentation skills
- Patient Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Housekeeping skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Substance abuse experience
- Incident Reporting
- Professional Boundaries Maintenance
- Medication Administration
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Inpatient Treatment
- HIPAA Requirements
- Encouragement and Motivation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Hickory Recovery
11.2021 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Resource Treatment Facility
03.2019 - 03.2021
Medical Billing And Coding -
Med Cert
High School Diploma - General Studies
Decatur Central High School
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