JAMEELAH BURLEY
Philadelphia
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Several years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Belmont Behavioral Health
4200 Monument Road
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and treatments received.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians on best practices when interacting with clients and patients.
- Observed patients' behaviors during recreational activities and outings.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Provided crisis intervention services to patients in need.
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
Patient Care Technician
Main Line Health
Malvern
08.2022 - Current
- Improved patient wellbeing, guiding through exercises, physical therapy and other daily health routines.
- Observed patients' response to established therapies, reporting unusual findings to supervisor.
- Collected, labeled and stored samples for laboratory testing.
- Documented vital signs to track medical symptoms and the progress of treatments.
- Provided feeding assistance to patients where necessary.
- Used EPIC EMR system to update patient health records.
- Helped patients with daily living requirements by bathing, dressing and assisting with mobility needs.
- Observed patients for unusual behaviors, documenting and reporting concerns.
Mental Health Technician
Jefferson Memorial Hospital
Abington
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Used verbal and physical strategies to manage behaviors and uphold treatment plans.
- Helped clients build their coping mechanisms to better handle the daily challenges of life.
- 15-minute rounding to maintain safety of patients.
- 1:1 observation to prevent self-harm, or to staff.
- Vital signs/ EKGs upon request.
- Led group sessions targeted on specific issues to give individuals extra support and an opportunity to voice their feelings.
Mental Health Technician
Valley Forge Medical Center
East Norrition
02.2019 - 08.2021
- Monitored patients to quickly identify issues with their physical or emotional wellbeing.
- Observed and documented the behaviors and conditions of the patients under care.
- 1:1 Safety observation.
- Hourly rounding, maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients' safety.
- Updated clinical documentation and administrative reports with timely and accurate information.
- Completed patient intakes, including collecting data/ urine analysis and performing initial assessments.
- Led group sessions targeted on specific issues to give individuals extra support and an opportunity to voice their feelings.
Patient Care Technician
Einstein Medical Center Montgomery
East Norriton
11.2016 - 01.2020
- Took required pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Helped patients with daily living requirements by bathing, dressing and assisting with mobility needs.
- Observed patients for unusual behaviors, documenting and reporting concerns.
- Used EPIC EMR system to update patient health records.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by observing HIPAA and company-established protocols.
- Documented vital signs to track medical symptoms and the progress of treatments.
Caregiver
The Quadrangle
Haverford
09.2013 - 04.2016
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Delivered high-quality, geriatric care to private client.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
- Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - ALLIED HEALTH PRE-NURSING
Delaware County Community College
Media, Pa07.2024
Skills
- Information documentation
- Patient observation
- Clinical documentation
- Care facilitation
- Specimen collection
- Behavioral assessment
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- ADL support
- Incident reporting
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Belmont Behavioral Health
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Main Line Health
08.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Jefferson Memorial Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2022
Mental Health Technician
Valley Forge Medical Center
02.2019 - 08.2021
Patient Care Technician
Einstein Medical Center Montgomery
11.2016 - 01.2020
Caregiver
The Quadrangle
09.2013 - 04.2016
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - ALLIED HEALTH PRE-NURSING
Delaware County Community College