Corey Decker
Yucaipa
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Psychiatric Technician skilled in standards compliance, health and safety analysis, and emergency management. Excels in managing sensitive information and diverse populations while meeting strict deadlines. Implements strategic plans and solutions effectively, advancing public policy and community wellness through training and personnel management.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Health & Safety Officer Position /SSMI
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
Patton
10.2023 - Current
Acting Standards Compliance Director
DSH-Patton- Standards Compliance
Patton
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Developed compliance policies aligning with industry standards and regulations, strengthening organizational compliance framework.
- Led compliance initiatives enhancing organizational understanding of regulations.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to compliance requirements, identifying areas for improvement.
- Ensured company's adherence to all relevant federal, state and local laws as well as industry standards.
- Identified and evaluated compliance risks related to operations, policies, and procedures, informing risk mitigation strategies.
- Assessed potential regulatory changes to determine their impact on the organization's current practices.
- Prepared detailed reports on compliance activities and findings for management.
- Documented all compliance activities, focusing on audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
- Coordinated with external agencies during compliance inspections and assessments.
- Participated in meetings with senior management regarding new initiatives that may have an effect on corporate compliance obligations.
- Reviewed contracts, documents, products and services for potential legal risks or liabilities.
- Established effective communication channels between departments to ensure timely resolution of non-compliance issues.
- Managed a team responsible for ensuring that all areas are compliant with applicable laws.
- Provided recommendations on ways to improve existing systems or processes related to compliance matters.
- Conducted periodic reviews of existing processes for effectiveness, accuracy and completeness in meeting regulatory requirements.
- Monitored internal activities to identify any compliance related issues or violations.
- Developed and implemented strategies necessary for minimizing risk of non-compliance.
- Performed fact-finding research by investigating, collecting and analyzing data and compiling in report format.
- Adhered to deadlines in optimizing regulatory and operational performance.
- Stayed abreast of applicable laws and state or federal regulation to report violations.
- Built positive working relationships with other department managers through effective communication.
- Conferred frequently with specialists to stay current on compliance requirements and procedures.
- Conferred frequently with specialists to stay current on compliance requirements and procedures.
Acting Unit Supervisor U-77
DSH-Patton - Program VII
Patton
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated staff schedules, ensuring optimal coverage for unit activities to maintain operational continuity.
- Conducted regular training sessions for team members on safety protocols.
- Oversaw daily operations and performance of unit personnel, providing targeted guidance and constructive feedback to enhance team effectiveness.
- Designed protocols to improve operational effectiveness and eliminate safety issues.
- Streamlined interdepartmental communication to improve collaboration and enhance process efficiency.
- Implemented best practices to enhance team performance and service delivery.
Acting Health & Safety Officer
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
Patton
07.2023 - 08.2023
Psychiatric Technician/Injury & Illness Prevention Coordinator
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
Patton
07.2019 - 06.2023
Psychiatric Technician/Workplace Violence Prevention Auditor - Standards Compliance
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
Patton
04.2017 - 07.2019
Psychiatric Technician - Auditor - Standards Compliance
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
Patton
05.2006 - 04.2017
Psychiatric Technician - Unit EB09
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
Patton
03.2005 - 05.2006
Pre-licensed Psychiatric Technician
Lanterman Developmental Center
Pomona
07.2004 - 03.2005
Administrative Assistant
Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry
01.2003 - 06.2003
Meat Department Clerk/Deli Stocker
Stater Bros. Market
Rialto
02.1999 - 04.2000
Bookstore Cashier
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino
04.1996 - 02.1999
Education
Blood Withdrawal Certification -
PATTON STATE HOSPITAL
03-2027
Psychiatric Technician Licensure -
BOARD OF VOCATIONAL NURSING AND PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIANS
03-2026
80 HOUR SUPERVISOR DEVELOPMENT TRAINING -
01-2024
Psychiatric Technician Certification -
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA01-2004
Associate of Arts -
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA01-2002
Skills
- Project management
- Data analysis and preparation
- SPSS proficiency
- Comprehension and interpretation
- Written and oral communication
- Interpersonal and organizational skills
- Detail orientation
- Analytical skills
- Research capabilities
- Issue identification and resolution
- Critical thinking solutions
- Staff management expertise
- Professional presentations
- Business relationship management
- Front-office operations management
- Computer literacy
- Integrity and trustworthiness
- Strong work ethic
- Licensed psychiatric technician
Timeline
Acting Standards Compliance Director
DSH-Patton- Standards Compliance
12.2025 - 02.2026
Acting Unit Supervisor U-77
DSH-Patton - Program VII
07.2025 - 08.2025
Health & Safety Officer Position /SSMI
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
10.2023 - Current
Acting Health & Safety Officer
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
07.2023 - 08.2023
Psychiatric Technician/Injury & Illness Prevention Coordinator
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
07.2019 - 06.2023
Psychiatric Technician/Workplace Violence Prevention Auditor - Standards Compliance
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
04.2017 - 07.2019
Psychiatric Technician - Auditor - Standards Compliance
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
05.2006 - 04.2017
Psychiatric Technician - Unit EB09
Department of State Hospitals-Patton
03.2005 - 05.2006
Pre-licensed Psychiatric Technician
Lanterman Developmental Center
07.2004 - 03.2005
Administrative Assistant
Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry
01.2003 - 06.2003
Meat Department Clerk/Deli Stocker
Stater Bros. Market
02.1999 - 04.2000
Bookstore Cashier
San Bernardino Valley College
04.1996 - 02.1999
Blood Withdrawal Certification -
PATTON STATE HOSPITAL
Psychiatric Technician Licensure -
BOARD OF VOCATIONAL NURSING AND PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIANS
80 HOUR SUPERVISOR DEVELOPMENT TRAINING -
Psychiatric Technician Certification -
San Bernardino Valley College
Associate of Arts -
San Bernardino Valley College