To work at this level, the assistants need the following skills and abilities – good understanding and skill to communicate efficiently; social skills, patience and courtesy towards mentally ill people; and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. A high school diploma or GED is sufficient to enter this occupation.
Summary : As a Mental Health Therapy Aide, provided direct services, treatment, rehabilitation, and support to individuals diagnosed with mental illness that receive services in an institutional or community-based setting
Skills : Microsoft Office, Communications, HealthCare.
Description :
Provided a safe and therapeutic environment for people diagnosed with mental illness.
Assisted with daily office functions of the day treatment programs.
Referred Clients to Other Programs and Community Agencies to Enhance Treatment Processes.
Organized Treatment Projects Focusing On Problem Solving Skills and Creative Thinking.
Effectively Managed Time and Caseloads Of 32 Clients Per Month.
Collaborated closely with Treatment Team to Appropriately Coordinate Client Care Services.
Assisted patients with performing activities of daily living Perform group activities with patients Escort patients on appointments.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
A.A.S
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Objective : As a Mental Health Therapy Aide, help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
Skills : Psychology, Direct Care, Communication Skills.
Description :
Provided outpatient services, treatment, rehabilitation, and support to teens, adults, and geriatric residents diagnosed with mental illness (some of which are duel diagnose MICA and/or HIV patients).
Managed on-site activities and ensure a comfortable, safe, clean, and therapeutic environment.
Monitored and provided residents' ADL skill development and monitoring program engagement.
Reported changes observed in the resident's behavior, generate incident reports as indicated.
Co-leaded groups focused on skills training and independent living.
Monitored meals, distribute snacks, and participates in the shift to shift meetings.
Counseled Multi-Cultural clients individually and in the group, sessions to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes Assessed.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's In Psychology
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Headline : Skillful, empathetic and compassionate Mental Health Worker seeking a similar role, bringing 10+ years hands on experience. Offering expertise in cognitive and rational therapy for behavioral dysfunctions along with proven rapport building and counseling skills.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Documentation, Management.
Description :
Provided direct treatment to individuals diagnosed with mental illnesses.
Practiced multiple communication strategies to help patients rehabilitate.
Assisted patients with personal care, appointments, and daily activities.
Conducted Functional Assessment on new admissions and updates as required.
Able to communicate effectively within a very diverse organization.
Provided direct patient care to the mentally and physically disabled.
Contributed as a member of the care team to the treatment, rehabilitation, and support provided to the individuals receiving services in our setting.
Supervised inpatient unit with up to twenty-eight (28) patients Leads inpatient group therapy dealing with a variety of different topics.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA Communications
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Summary : Looking to obtain a Position in the Health Field with an Emphasis on Client Relations and Office Management, and also providing direct services, treatment, rehabilitation, and supporting to individuals diagnosed with mental illness that receive services in an institutional or community-based setting.
Skills : Customer Service , Attention To Detail, MS Office.
Description :
Collected information about clients through interviews, observation, or tests, and maintain the confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Encouraged clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to develop insight into themselves and their relationships.
Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts and fill out and maintain client-related paperwork, including federal- and state-mandated forms, client diagnostic records, and progress notes.
Assisted Clients in their Daily Living.
Escorted Clients to appointments, school, and recreational trips.
Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments per policy.
Provided personal care to mentally ill, emotionally disturbed, or mentally challenged patients.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Health Administration
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Headline : As a Mental Health Therapy Aide, responsible for Qualifying direct patient care experience includes, but is not limited to attending to patients personal hygiene, grooming, nutrition, and daily living needs; assisting and participating in physical, social, therapeutic or recreational programs.
Skills : Phlebotomy & Lab Services, MS Office.
Description :
Observed and influenced patients' behavior, communicating and interacting with them and teaching, counseling, or befriending them.
Assisted medical staff, doctors, psychologists, or rehabilitation therapists in working with mentally ill, emotionally disturbed, or developmentally disabled patients to treat, rehabilitate, and return patients to the community.
Served the patients their meals and count the silverware when they bring trays back up.
Assisted with health routines and focus groups.
Checked their temps and blood pressure daily and once a month we check their weight and girth.
Used they gave us some classes on proper care for the patients.
Learned to be a better listener and mediator when there is a conflict between patients or staff.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Objective : As a Mental Health Therapy Aide, responsible for Assisting the nurse in assessing patients mental status in psych education, admission interviews and emergency psychiatric situations, reporting finding to physician and assists with disposition.
Provided constructive feedback to subordinate staff to enhance patient care.
Documented and communicated care is given, staff actions, patient responses, and effectiveness of treatment/intervention in the consumer's clinical records.
Used the correct forms and charting procedures.
Assisted, planned, and provided leisure activities for patients on and off the ward.
Assisted with meals as needed or provides supervision based on the individual assessment of patients skills and dietary restrictions.
Conducted environmental rounds daily, checking all exit doors in the dormitory area to ensure a safe and therapeutic demonstrate good communication skills ( verbal and written) in interacting with patients, co workers, multidisciplinary team members, ancillary staff, and supervisor.
Consulted with supervisors in difficult situations obtaining guidance and direction.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Diploma
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Objective : To secure a professional medical position in a reputable medical facility where I can continue to develop and enhance my hands-on skills and knowledge in the medical field.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Typing 50 Wpm, Spreadsheets,.
Description :
Provided personal care to individuals residing in a lockdown secured hospital and school setting.
Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts.
Encouraged clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to develop insight into themselves or their relationships.
Collaborated with counselors, physicians, or nurses to plan or coordinate treatment, drawing on social work experience and patient needs.
Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff.
Collected information about clients through interviews, observation, or tests.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Associates
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Summary : Mental Health Therapy Aide with 7+ years of experience in Assisting in planning individualized therapies for each patient assigned to during staff conferences, physician rounds, and meetings pertinent to patient care.
Skills : Internet, Light Typing, Filing, Microsoft Word, Patient Care, Medication Administration.
Description :
Provided direct services, treatment, rehabilitation, and support to individuals diagnosed with mental illness that receive services in an institutional-based setting.
Assisted individuals to participate in games and recreational programs.
Coached and encouraged individuals to develop daily living skills.
Provided a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
Worked within a team to develop, carry out, and record care plans Obtaining lab specimans, logging, labeling and delivering to lab.
Utilized verbal and non-verbal techniques for de-escalation of behaviors that pose a risk to patients.
Documented interactions for use in treatment team meetings and discharge plans.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Senior
Education
M.A. In Forensic Psychology
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Summary : Seeking a registered nurse position in an organized environment where, as a team member, I can positively contribute to providing optimal quality client care and meeting the institution's goals while enhancing my professional development.
Recorded and maintained patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, and progress notes.
Listened and provided emotional support and encouragement to psychiatric patients.
Completed physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff.
Worked as part of a team that includes psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, and social workers.
Provided mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
Provided patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.
Assessed client needs and provides nursing care within my scope of practice.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
BS Generic Nursing
Mental Health Therapy Aide Resume
Objective : As a Mental Health Therapy Aide, responsible for attending to patients personal hygiene, grooming, nutrition, and daily living needs. Aassisting and participating in physical, social, therapeutic or recreational programs; case management, service coordination activities or discharge planning.
Provided constructive feedback to subordinate staff to enhance patient care.
Documented and communicated care is given, staff actions, patient responses, and effectiveness of treatment/intervention in the consumer clinical records.
Used the correct forms and charting procedures.
Assisted, planned, and provided leisure activities for patients on and off the ward.
Assisted with meals as needed or provides supervision based on the individual assessment of patients skills and dietary restrictions.
Conducted environmental rounds daily, checking all exit doors in the dormitory area to ensure a safe and therapeutic demonstrate good communication skills ( verbal and written) in interacting with patients, co workers, multidisciplinary team members, ancillary staff, and supervisor.
Consulted with supervisors in difficult situations obtaining guidance and direction.
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