Kim Griffin
Philadelphia
Summary
Qualified Psychiatric Technician providing several years of experience in delivering treatment for mental health and substance abuse conditions. Genuine in offering quality patient care by fostering relationships, counseling, and building communication to treat various types of patients and collaborate with family members. Expert in maintaining upbeat attitude and achieving peak performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Assistant
NET Lehigh Recovery Center
Philadelphia
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
- Attended trainings related to behavioral health topics such as trauma informed care or suicide prevention.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques to promote patient relaxation and well-being.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines set forth by state licensing boards regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Encouraged positive behaviors while discouraging negative behaviors using reinforcement strategies.
- Supported clients in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, nutrition, self-care routines.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage and prevent patient crises effectively.
- Monitored patient behaviors and reported significant changes to supervising mental health professionals.
Residential Counselor
Carelink Community Support Services
Philadelphia
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
- Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
- Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Performed regular room checks for cleanliness standards as well as security purposes.
- Conducted regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the residence.
- Answered telephones and routed calls or delivered messages.
- Provided transportation for clients as needed to appointments or other activities outside the residence.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.h
Education
High School Diploma -
Overbrook High School
57th And Lancaster Ave.06-1980
Skills
- Patient documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Electronic health records
- Independent living skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution
- Mental health support
Timeline
Behavioral Health Assistant
NET Lehigh Recovery Center
08.2023 - Current
Residential Counselor
Carelink Community Support Services
08.2017 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Overbrook High School
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