Dedicated Health Professional with impressive mental health expertise and nursing assitant certification. Delivered exceptional patient support in community-based treatment facility and contributed to many patients' status improvements. Superb communications skills and compassionate nature enabled positive outcomes in challenging environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Warwick Manor Behavorial Health
07.2020 - Current
Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
Prepared and submitted daily [Type] reports to management.
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.
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Direct Support Person
Chesapeake Center
08.2019 - Current
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.