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MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Professional Summary

Dedicated mental health tech with impressive mental health expertise and CPR/CPI/First-Aid/AED certifications. Delivered exceptional patient support in community-based treatment facility and contributed to many patients' status improvements. Great communication skills and compassionate nature which enabled positive outcomes in challenging environment.

Mental health tech with nearly 2 years of successful experience in adolescent and adult care. Strengths in coping skills and de-escalation, backed by training in psychology.

Enthusiastic mental health tech eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of patient care, duties, safety, comfort, and environment. Skilled Mental Health Technician with a psychology degree and extensive mental health services background. Supported numerous patients in large residential treatment facilities and played key role in achievement of positive patient outcomes. Excellent communications and patient management skills leading to desirable results.

Skills
  • Patient Care
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Patient Assessment
  • Supervision
  • Operational improvement
  • Team management
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship development
  • Rehabilitation
  • Construction management
  • Effective communication
  • Residential construction
  • Permit Processing
  • Project Budgeting
  • Cost Control Implementation
  • Subcontractor supervision
  • Blueprints and schematics
  • Safety policies and procedures
  • Plumbing
  • Commercial construction
Work History
Mental Health Technician, 01/2021 to Current
Conway Regional Health System – Conway, AR
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Accompanied new patients to unit and recorded vital signs to establish baseline record upon facility arrival.
  • Participated in continuous quality improvement and performance improvement activities to enhance effectiveness and increase knowledge.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
  • Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Assisted and counseled 3-9 patients daily.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Mental Health Technician, 08/2019 to Current
Conway Behavioral Health Hospital – Conway, AR
  • Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
  • Accompanied new patients to unit and recorded vital signs to establish baseline record upon facility arrival.
  • 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.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Assisted and counseled 7-19 patients daily.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
Construction Superintendent, 01/2020 to 06/2020
RickShipman Construction – Dexter, MO
  • Delegated assignments based on blueprints, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.
  • Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organize efficient operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Aided with obtaining permits or approval of revisions.
  • Maintained tight construction standards while instructing local contractors on quality control.
  • Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of materials needed to complete job.
Construction Foreman, 02/2013 to 04/2019
Weathers Construction – Judsonia, AR
  • Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organize efficient operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.
  • Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
  • Delegated assignments based on blueprints, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Developed work schedules for all team members to maximize shift coverage.
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Psychology, Expected in 12/2021
University Of Central Arkansas - Conway, AR
Associate of Science: Liberal Arts And Sciences, 05/2018
Arkansas State University - Beebe - Beebe, AR
6 Month Certification Degree: Oil & Gas , 06/2007
Arkansas State University Beebe-Searcy Campus - Searcy, AR
Journeyman License : Plumbing Technology, 05/2005
Arkansas State University Beebe-Searcy Campus - Searcy, AR
High School Diploma: 05/1998
McRae High School - McRae, AR
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
  • CPI Certified
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Conway Regional Health System
  • Conway Behavioral Health Hospital
  • RickShipman Construction
  • Weathers Construction

School Attended

  • University Of Central Arkansas
  • Arkansas State University - Beebe
  • Arkansas State University Beebe-Searcy Campus
  • McRae High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Mental Health Technician
  • Construction Superintendent
  • Construction Foreman

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Psychology , Expected in 12/2021
    Associate of Science : Liberal Arts And Sciences , 05/2018
    6 Month Certification Degree : Oil & Gas , 06/2007
    Journeyman License : Plumbing Technology , 05/2005
    High School Diploma : 05/1998

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