Dynamic Team Lead with a focus on patient care and behavior management. Skilled in crisis intervention and collaborative communication, ensuring safety and quality care for diverse patient populations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
BHA Lead 3
Cedarcrest Hospital and Residential Treatment Cent
Belton
07.2024 - 05.2026
Supervised 4-5 behavioral health assistants while managing care for 35 to 40 patients.
Ensured safety and quality care for patients with psychosis and various disabilities, adhering to company standards.
Facilitated daily communication with nursing staff regarding patient progress and behavioral incidents.
Maintained detailed records of patient vitals and food intake or deficiencies.
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Waco ISD (J.H. Hines Elementary)
Waco
08.2023 - 03.2024
Caring for children with various educational, mental, and physical challenges.
Assisted students with communication, mobility, feeding, toileting, and other personal care needs as required.
Support social and emotional development.
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, counselors, and parents as required.
Critical Control/Packer
Amazon (AUS3)
Waco
10.2022 - 07.2023
Packaged items accurately for shipment to ensure customer satisfaction.
Operated packaging machinery safely and efficiently in fast-paced environment.
Inspected products for quality and compliance before packing.
Labeled boxes, crates, and other containers accurately.
Maintained clean and organized workspace according to safety standards.
Behavioral Health Associate
Cedar Crest Hospital and Residential Treatment
Belton
10.2021 - 10.2022
Provided support to patients in daily living activities and therapeutic sessions.
Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to the clinical team promptly.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation.
Educated patients on coping skills and healthy lifestyle choices during interactions.
Developed a safe and supportive environment for patients in residential treatment settings.
Juvenile Supervision Officer
Bill Logue Juvenile Justice Center
Waco
03.2020 - 03.2020
Supervised daily activities and interactions among juvenile residents.
Conducted regular safety checks throughout the facility premises.
Documented incidents and maintained accurate records of resident behavior.
Engaged in ongoing training to enhance skills in juvenile supervision practices.
Facilitated communication between family members, court personnel, school personnel, mental health professionals and other agencies involved with a juvenile's case file.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
ITT Technical Institute
Waco, TX
12-2013
Skills
Patient assessment
Case management
Crisis intervention
Documentation accuracy
Patient care
Behavior management
Conflict resolution
Team leadership
Collaborative communication
Timeline
BHA Lead 3
Cedarcrest Hospital and Residential Treatment Cent
07.2024 - 05.2026
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Waco ISD (J.H. Hines Elementary)
08.2023 - 03.2024
Critical Control/Packer
Amazon (AUS3)
10.2022 - 07.2023
Behavioral Health Associate
Cedar Crest Hospital and Residential Treatment
10.2021 - 10.2022
Juvenile Supervision Officer
Bill Logue Juvenile Justice Center
03.2020 - 03.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management