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Zachary Cote

Lawrence,Kansas

Summary

Dynamic Behavioral Health Specialist with a proven track record at Bert Nash Center, adept at implementing evidence-based interventions and advocating for patient rights. Skilled in crisis intervention and fostering empathetic relationships, enhancing client engagement and therapeutic outcomes. Committed to holistic support and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Specialist- TRC

Bert Nash Center
01.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure holistic support for clients.
  • Monitored client progress, adjusting treatment approaches based on observed behaviors and feedback.
  • Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary services and resources.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental communication, fostering stronger therapeutic alliances.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance therapeutic outcomes and improve client engagement.

Unit Coordinator- Treatment and Recovery Center

Bert Nash Center
03.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated client intake processes, ensuring timely and accurate documentation for service delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Managed scheduling for staff and clients, optimizing resource allocation and reducing wait times.
  • Developed training materials to enhance onboarding processes for new team members.
  • Supported crisis intervention efforts by coordinating immediate resources and services for clients in need.

Kitchen Manager

Papa Keno's
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock rotation practices.
  • Trained and mentored kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Kitchen Manager

Burger Stand
08.2016 - 04.2020
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
04-2027

GED -

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04-2010

Skills

  • Empathy
  • Support services
  • Peer support
  • Behavioral treatment services
  • Anxiety management
  • Client coping mechanisms
  • Stress reduction techniques
  • Professional ethics

Certification

KDADS Level One Peer Support Certification

Awards

"Flamazing" award. An award within the Treatment and Recovery Center to denote distinguished conduct and teamwork across the whole facility.


"Handless Heisman" award. An award within the Treatment and Recovery Center to denote distinguished conduct and teamwork across the behavioral sciences department of the facility.

Timeline

Behavioral Health Specialist- TRC

Bert Nash Center
01.2024 - Current

Unit Coordinator- Treatment and Recovery Center

Bert Nash Center
03.2023 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Papa Keno's
02.2022 - 02.2023

Kitchen Manager

Burger Stand
08.2016 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Fort Hays State University

GED -

.

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