A Psychology Technician works directly with research psychologists and performs various tests and studies to examine the brain and behavior. The job duties include collecting scientific data and converting the data to digital mode to maintain them in the database. To accomplish the goal of providing clients get a better life, these technicians carry out the tasks mentioned on the Psychology Technician Resume – assisting patients with basic life activities; providing services such as helping children, interacting with patients to ease their anxiety issues, observing the behavioral changes, documenting records, and filling out paperwork to admit new patients.
Those having a concern for people, and willing to undertake challenging and emotionally draining tasks suit best this role. Other required skills include patience and empathy; listening skills, respect for confidentiality; and multitasking skills. Most candidates come to the position with just a two-year certificate program, while many others have a degree in psychology or nursing. Licensing requirements vary by state.
Summary : To acquire a Psychology Technician position in the social services field which will enrich my educational experience and allow me to help staff be all they can be and provide strong leadership.
Skills : Windows, Microsoft Word, Typing 65 wpm, American Sign Language.
Description :
Provided a clinical interview with patients from a referral within the Primary Care Clinic for veterans who screen positive for depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or at-risk drinking/substance abuse/dependence.
Collected pertinent psychosocial background information through screening and triage of veterans by conducting a clinical interview.
Responsible for administering and scoring self-report inventories.
Utilized standardized tools available to assist in the triage process.
Aided in assessing for cognitive and memory related issues by administering the Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE) as well as the Functional Assessment Staging Test (FAST).
Provided limited short-term supportive counseling under supervision to aid individuals in stress management, problem solving, expanding and further development of coping techniques.
Advised patients on a variety of options in traditional and non-traditional educational and career programs.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Master Of Arts In Counseling
Psychology Technician Resume
Summary : A Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Family Studies. Helping others become better not just for their families and friends but specifically for themselves is my specific interest. I am seeking further experience in the behavioral health field. The ultimate desire is to encourage and assist youth in becoming positive, successful adults.
Skills : MS Office, Multi-Line Phone System, Counseling, Group Facilitation, Assessments, Treatment Planning.
Description :
Membered serves as the intake worker for the Department of behavioral Health, Conducting crisis and routine evaluation and disposition.
Membered serves as part of a team facilitates intake and triage of subjects by obtaining demographic, historical and clinical information.
Membered assesses mental status to distinguish type of case and to discriminate between routine, complex or emergency cases.
Organized, consolidated, and analyzed information in oral and written form for presentation to licensed behavioral health provider for diagnosis and treatment disposition.
Membered assists in the collection, processing and distribution of intake forms.
Provided links to resources appropriate to the needs of the individual including individual and group counseling, education, and referral to community services, as indicated or directed.
Oftened communicates on behalf of the clinical staff with unit command and others, as directed, referencing findings and recommendation, compliance and progress with treatment, documenting contacts in case records.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master's
Psychology Technician Resume
Summary : To provide case management services, psychotherapy, utilization review, mental health services, social work services, vocational/guidance counseling, vocational education, and patient care coordination/advocacy.
Skills : MS Office, Planning Skills, Patient Care.
Description :
Identified and pertinent facts are organized for providers.
Assessed to determine type of case and to discriminate between routine, complex and/or emergency cases.
Analyzed and gathered information for presentation to psychologist or psychiatrist.
Administered psychological screens and tests.
Collected intake documents and any additional testing.
Used automation software programs, tools and techniques to support office operations.
Informed and orientated the patients regarding the treatment process, confidentiality issues, patient's rights of treatment and the benefits of services.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS
Psychology Technician Resume
Summary : As a Psychology Technician, responsible for Gathering information about clinical instruments (e.g., testing materials) and clinical services to identify vendors and determine which clinical instruments or services should be obtained to meet program needs.
Skills : Customer Service, Computer.
Description :
Served as a psychiatric technician, performing care for psychiatric patients with acute/chronic emotional, behavioral, and physical problems.
Serviced as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, motivating patients and redirecting their behavior toward treatment plan goals.
Performed a variety of technical, administrative, and clerical duties in support of Behavioral Health.
Assisted professional staff with providing direct and indirect care to psychiatric inpatients on an acute ward.
Conducted ward inspections for the incoming shifts.
Resolved minor complaints and refers others to supervisors.
Updated Standard operational Procedures for the Tele-Behavioral program.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master Of Science
Psychology Technician Resume
Objective : Committed to providing outstanding service, accountability, and professionalism in every endeavor. Experienced leader is driven to help doctoral interns, colleagues, and subordinates achieve excellence through skilled problem assessment and strategy implementations. Comfortable working autonomously or in a team-based setting.
Skills : Icanotes, Carepath, Data Entry, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Word, DAP format, BIRP format.
Description :
Provided cross-coverage on other Inpatient Mental Health Units including the Inpatient Psychiatry Unit (IPU) and/or (future) Continuous Care Unit.
Provided, per assignment, reasonable transportation in an authorized government vehicle for patients to off-campus sites that are program-related.
Established therapeutic relationships with patients.
Monitored/ensured that patients remain safe while on station and during free-time hours.
Charted on patient status and progress.
Performed patient and safety checks.
Assisted in patients' Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and other activities in conjunction with training-established competency.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's In Psychology
Psychology Technician Resume
Objective : To obtain a challenging and rewarding Psychology Technician position as a Counselor providing therapy and other services to youth, couples, and families.
Skills : Excellent Communication, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Spreadsheet, Etc.
Description :
Co-facilitated group and provide appropriate feedback to enhance positive outcomes.
Provided a full range of neuropsychological and psychodiagnostic services including assessment and appropriate psychotherapeutic interventions to provide quality care for populations with possible or known neurologically related impairment.
Performed evaluations for the Clinical Neuropsychology Service that significantly impact health care decisions for veterans across the age range, including decisions related to diagnosis, treatment, discharge planning, and follow up.
Administered tests to individuals to collect information needed to make an appropriate evaluation and diagnosis.
Identified Objects, Actions, and Events: Identifies work priorities to ensure cases are being handled by staff in the appropriate priority order.
Collaborated with other treatment providers and family members, when available, to assess mental health treatment needs and appropriateness for treatment via TMH.
Provided family psychoeducation for Veterans with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-related problems and their family/significant others with information and strategies for coping with PTSD and related problems.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor's In Psychology
Psychology Technician Resume
Summary : Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Demonstrated ability to work as a team player, self-motivated and work well independently Demonstrated the ability to organize, execute a plan and meet required deadlines Demonstrated deep knowledge of social, environmental, and physical aspects of mental and emotional disturbances and disorders Strong knowledge of community social services agencies, other organizations, and their functions.
Skills : MS Office, Planning Skills, Coordinating Skills.
Description :
Provided Training to clinical staff on proper implementation of Mental Health Suite (treatment planning).
Implemented changes to the care and treatment of veterans as outlined by the national committee via monthly conference calls.
Facilitated group counseling for veterans on a weekly basis.
Experienced with PTSD, MDD, and MST.
Trained Cognitive-behavioral, Grief, and Dialectical Behavioral therapist.
Served as a Mental Health Treatment Coordinator on the multidisciplinary team(s).
Provided assistance to Vets in the development of specialized treatment planning using the recovery model.
Facilitated vet in moving past existence solely in the VA and improving functioning within the community.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelors Of Arts
Psychology Technician Resume
Headline : As a Psychology Technician, responsible for Observing individuals obtain information relevant to their physical, emotional, cognitive, and social functioning.
Skills : Proficient In Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, And Epic Working Knowledge Of Medical Terminology CNA 1, CPI, And CPR Certified.
Description :
Oversaw the order and safekeeping of critical inpatients.
Performed basic nursing tasks regularly including vital signs, room checks, and other unique tasks involved in patient care.
Directed therapeutic workgroups.
Participated in team staffing regarding patient selection, determination of treatment plans and goals, progress evaluation, discharge planning, and after-care.
Worked as part of a team within the Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) Initiative, particularly in the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) Department.
Explained PCBH program services, requirements, policies, and procedures; and obtains pertinent biopsychosocial history and other case information to be incorporated in the file as a background for planning indicated services.
Documented interviews, and evaluates the relevance of information collected to the problem described by the client.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master's
Psychology Technician Resume
Summary : Find a Psychology Technician position in the civil workforce that will be as rewarding and challenging. Good listening skills and a strong ability to utilize information, Ensuring meaningful ability in performance with a great understanding of the clients' business, Strong ability of self-evaluation within meetings and documentation to help collaborate what is best for the client to meet their objective.
Skills : Powerpoint, Word, Publisher, Public Speaking, Excel.
Description :
Interviewed and obtained diagnostic information from patients in order to obtain clinical history.
Assisted professional staff in observation of psychiatric patients in order to identify issues to improve treatment and reports significant behaviors and modes of response that is valuable to patient treatment and recovery.
Assessed patients' mental status.
Assisted behavioral health professional staff in determining the appropriate course of treatment.
Gathered necessary documents to include reason for patient presenting at Behavioral Health, results of examinations, impressions, and tentative diagnosis for those patients referred to other services and document information in electronic medical records.
Conducted intake evaluations for behavioral health patients.
Provided guidance and counsel patients in options for educational and career.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MA In Professional Counseling
Psychology Technician Resume
Summary : A highly driven social worker with a diverse skillset and the ability to work with individuals of different cultural backgrounds. Experienced in providing short-term crisis intervention as well as providing ongoing counseling to individuals. Good understanding of psychosocial interventions and counseling, crisis intervention, and domestic violence advocacy. Good understanding of current social and mental health issues faced by military personnel and veterans.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Training Skills.
Description :
Facilitated intake and triage of clients assess mental status.
Organized, consolidated, and intake evaluation and disposition.
Analyzed information to present for diagnosis.
Assisted in collection, processing, and Provides appropriate resources such as individual/group counseling, education, and distribution of intake forms.
Performed short-term/limited supportive counseling under supervision to aid clients with stress management, problem-solving, and/or developing coping Participates in the treatment team, administers/scores diagnostic tests with licensed supervision.
Scheduled appointments Effectively document in medical records and use appropriate medical terminology.
Facilitated individual therapy for providers in Fort Sam Houston.
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