Brandon Butler
Dothan, AL
************@*******.***
Work Experience
Senior residential unit specialist
Pathways, Inc. - Marianna, FL
April 2017 to Present
The primary function of this position is to assist in the development and implementation of behavioral training programs and acquisition needs in the area of personal independence. Implementation of personal independence training through acquisition or reduction programs to assist individuals to accomplish goals and objectives identified in the Individual Program Plan (IPP). Provides significant hands on training of residents. Provide stimulating leisure activities that are of interest to individual residents to promote a stimulating environment/routine to reduce maladaptive behaviors.Provides integrative activities in the community to promote normalization and proper use of community resources.
Assists in maintaining required logbooks, progress notes and other regulatory documentation as indicated.
Attends meetings as required, including annual IPP meetings, active treatment meetings, staff meetings, etc.
• Completes all required training. Maintain Sunland’s current crisis management prevention and intervention certification as required. Monitor and tracks to ensure assigned staff complete required training and maintain certifications as required.Maintain timesheet, ensuring accuracy and submit timely in accordance with policy and procedures.
Assists in monitoring overall cleanliness and maintenance of training areas, including developing work orders as directed.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Mental Health Technician
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center - Dothan, AL
June 2015 to 2018
1. Provides care to patients in a manner that promotes safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment.
2. Assists patients with activities of daily living; attends to patient behavioral problems and provides assistance in crisis intervention, as needed.
3. Works with other members of a multi-disciplinary team in leading milieu activities such as current events groups, community meetings, goals groups, fitness groups, activities of daily living groups, and/ or recreational activities, as appropriate to the specified patient population. 4. Charts patient observations, following prescribed procedures and standards. 5. Participates in the development and implementation of patient treatment programs. 6. Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
7. Transport patients to and from appointments, clinics, laboratories, and/or treatments, as and when appropriate.
8. May perform initial patient evaluations to determine treatment priorities; may take vital signs, weights, and urine, stool, and sputum specimens.
9. Attends and participates in group sessions, in-service education, and staff meetings. Senior Group Leader
Pathways - New Brockton, AL
March 2013 to June 2015
Group Leaders are responsible for providing safe and effective direct care services in accordance with individual treatment plans and in conjunction with the structure of the treatment program to which they are assigned.
Night Kitchen Manager
GOLDFINGERS - Dothan, AL
March 2012 to June 2015
Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner Follow recipes and presentation specifications Operate standard kitchen equipment safety and efficiently Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety and sanitation Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment Restock items as needed throughout the shift Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes
Education
High school diploma or GED
Dothan High School - Dothan, AL
August 2004 to May 2008
Skills
• Crisis Management
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Group Therapy
• Individual / Group Counseling
• Case Management
• Crisis Intervention
• Medication Administration
• Social Work
• Behavioral Therapy
• Meal Preparation
• Child & Family Counseling
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Motivational Interviewing
• Program Development
• Addiction Counseling
• Intake Experience
• Behavioral Health
• Behavior Management
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Mental Health Counseling
• Medical Records
Certifications and Licenses
CPR/First Aid
Present