THOMAS RASCH

ad470k@r.postjobfree.com 913-***-**** Ottawa, KS 66067

Summary

Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Over 4 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. Specialties include Mental Health and Crisis prevention education.

Skills

•Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)

•Behavior Management

•Crisis Intervention

•Employee Training

•Rapport Building

•Developmental Disability Rehabilitation

•Recreational Activity Planning • Vitals Monitoring

•Decision-Making

•Progress Documentation

•HIPAA Requirements

•Inpatient Treatment•

Experience

Osawatomie State Hospital Osawatomie, KS

Mental Health Technician

09/2020 – Current • Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.

•Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.

•Classroom Instructor of current and future employees in Non violent crisis intervention and advanced physical skills, and Basic life saving skills

•Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.

•Bathed, fed and dressed patients based on individual abilities.

•Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.

•Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.

•Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.

•Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.

•Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.

•Used thermometers or blood pressure gauges to take and record measures of patients’ physical condition.

•Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.

•Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.

•Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.

•Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.

•Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.

•Conducted or assisted in treatment and rehabilitation of mental health patients by performing basic assessment procedures.

UPS Leominster, MA

Ups Driver

11/1992 – 05/2014 • Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.

•Saved fuel by leveraging GPS to identify faster routes.

•Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.

•Logged deliveries, drop-off times and special conditions in [Type] system.

•Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.

•Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.

•Demonstrated professional conduct with clients to deliver outstanding customer service.

•Coordinated with team members and remained flexible in work scheduling to meet service needs.

USAF Presque Isle, ME

Fuels Specialist

12/1989 – 12/1991 • Prepared daily reports of fuel, oil and accessory sales.

•Monitored fuel levels in tanks and performed necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance.

•Greased and lubricated vehicles or specified units using grease guns or spray lubricants.

•Provided technical assistance for fueling operations during aircraft refueling activities.

•Inspected fueling equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning and regulatory compliance.

•Activated fuel pumps and filled fuel tanks with gasoline or diesel fuel.

•Created service estimates for routine service and repairs.

•Cleaned windshields using chemical solutio towel n and microfiber.

Education and Training

Buena High School Sierra Vista, AZ

High School Diploma

05/1987

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