TAYLOR YOUNG
Salinas
Summary
Dynamic psychiatric technician with extensive experience at CA Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation, skilled in medication administration and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective behavior monitoring and team collaboration, fostering a safe environment and supporting recovery for diverse populations. Committed to achieving optimal treatment outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
CA Dept. Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
Soledad
11.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to create tailored patient care strategies, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Monitored patient behaviors, documented changes to enhance treatment decisions by healthcare team.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions under direction of mental health professionals.
- Recorded patient progress through daily notes on moods, activities, and interactions, facilitating effective ongoing treatment planning.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions and treatment plans.
- Managed potential hazards and risks to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
Correctional Officer
Dept Of Corrections
12.2023 - 11.2025
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Monitored resident behavior to identify potential issues and enhance safety across facility.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Psychiatric Technician
Billings Clinic
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior to ensure safety and well-being.
- Monitored patient behavior and promptly reported changes to supervising physician, ensuring timely interventions for approximately 30 individuals.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to implement effective treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to formulate and implement tailored treatment plans, enhancing patient care.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices, fostering recovery and facilitating personal growth.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Manager
Residential Support Services
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed daily workloads by organizing schedules and delegating tasks
- Monitored 8 employees' performance to identify knowledge gaps and enhance team capabilities
- Prepared schedules and assignments to meet short- and long-term business demands
- Enhanced operational execution by ensuring compliance with company standards and meticulous attention to detail
- Developed actionable plans for 6 individuals to align with team objectives and facilitate achievement.
- Enhanced operational execution by ensuring compliance with company standards and meticulous attention to detail
- Collaborated with various cross-functional teams to collect accurate and complete data
- Kept paperwork updated with internal standards and legal requirements
Psychiatric Technician
CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
08.2009 - 10.2022
- Managed treatment for psychiatric patients by monitoring behaviors, medication compliance, and vital signs to support recovery
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to supervising physician, overseeing up to 142 individuals at any given time
- Coordinated timely emergency responses, enhancing group safety and safeguarding patient well-being
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, and nursing staff to ensure effective treatment delivery
- Established strong therapeutic relationships with patients built on trust and shared interest in patients' mental health and recovery
- Provided care for patients with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and emotional disturbances, fostering a supportive environment
- Collected information about patients' current physical conditions, including evaluating blood pressure and temperature
Manager
Deanna's Place RCFE
06.2017 - 04.2021
- Monitored daily activities and mentored team members, improving performance for 6 staff and 7 clients through targeted guidance
- Assessed employee performance and identified knowledge gaps through work monitoring to inform tailored training initiatives
- Championed policies and regulations that reduced production errors and incidents
- Improved operational execution through attention to detail and adherence to company standards and philosophies
- Enforced safety procedures and monitored compliance
- Cross-trained employees to enhance team agility and performance, enabling flexible resource allocation across projects.
- Minimized information leaks with access control to sensitive systems
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Psychiatric Tecnhician
West Hills College
Coalinga, CA04-2008
No Degree - General Education
MSU Billings
Billings, MTSkills
- Medication monitoring
- Crisis management
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Non-violent response
- Behavior management
- Behavior support
- Behavior monitoring
- Therapeutic dialogue
- Incident management
- Treatment coordination
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Patient support
Proficiency
Easily trained, Fast-learner, fully competent in computer inputting various information into various programs. Easily communicates with various licenses.
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
CA Dept. Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
11.2025 - Current
Correctional Officer
Dept Of Corrections
12.2023 - 11.2025
Psychiatric Technician
Billings Clinic
01.2023 - 12.2023
Manager
Residential Support Services
11.2022 - 01.2023
Manager
Deanna's Place RCFE
06.2017 - 04.2021
Psychiatric Technician
CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
08.2009 - 10.2022
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Psychiatric Tecnhician
West Hills College
No Degree - General Education
MSU Billings