Tyrone Cooley
LAS VEGAS,NV
Summary
Skilled Mental Health Technician with Area of study degree and extensive mental health services background. Supported numerous patients in large residential treatment facility and played key role in achievement of positive patient outcomes. Excellent communications and patient management skills leading to desirable results. Energetic professional performs assessments, monitors behavior and helps develop treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Offers skills in task prioritization and task management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
05.2021 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Seven Hills Behavioral Health
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Psych Rehabilitation Services & Basic Skills Train
Diversified Community Services
12.2009 - 12.2018
- Assisted individuals by explaining options and physical and emotional health possible consequences.
- Supported case management, care coordination and life skills training for assigned caseload.
- Helped individuals understand and express rights and responsibilities.
- Completed documentation for compliance with state and federal regulations.
Mental Health Technician
Desert Winds Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
05.2024 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Criminal Justice - Education
Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS08.1984
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Bilingual in Language and Language
- Patient Safety Management
- Behavior Management
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Desert Winds Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Seven Hills Behavioral Health
06.2020 - 05.2022
Psych Rehabilitation Services & Basic Skills Train
Diversified Community Services
12.2009 - 12.2018
Criminal Justice - Education
Mississippi Valley State University
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