Megan Shea
Waynesville
Summary
Responsible professional experienced in coordinating behavioral support for clients. Strong history of maintaining accurate documentation and daily reports, helping clients and assisting with daily programming.
Skilled professional proficient in best practices and requirements of behavioral health programs as well as successful support strategies and skill-building exercises. Dedicated to assisting clients with improving daily living through avoidance of harmful substances and ongoing support. Dependable and ethical with superior work ethic.
Sympathetic Mental Health Tech offering extreme compassion and extensive experience working with mental health intervention. Adept at performing risk assessment, crisis intervention, and psycho-education. Dedicated and energetic with excellent listening skills and establishing therapeutic relationships with patients while helping with daily living.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Center For Behavioral Health Associates
Osage Beach
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported patients in daily activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
Mental Health Technician
Perimeter
Waynesville
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in daily living activities and provided emotional support to patients.
- Implemented therapeutic activities based on treatment plans developed by clinicians.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient interactions and maintained accurate records in systems.
- Educated patients on coping skills and wellness techniques during sessions.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Correctional Officer
Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
Waynesville
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Supervised inmate activities in compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of cells and common areas for safety issues.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and security within the facility.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate logs for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in emergency response situations following established protocols.
- Collaborated with staff to develop and implement security procedures.
- Trained new officers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Correctional Officer
Tipton Correctional Center
Tipton
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised inmate activities in compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of cells and common areas for safety issues.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and security within the facility.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate logs for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in emergency response situations following established protocols.
- Engaged inmates through communication to promote a safe environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO 08.2016 - 05.2018
Waynesville High School
Waynesville, MissouriSkills
- Patient monitoring
- Treatment plan implementation
- Crisis intervention
- Electronic health records
- Behavioral assessment
- Team supervision
- Conflict de-escalation
- Attention to detail
- Mental health support
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Center For Behavioral Health Associates
06.2025 - 08.2025
Mental Health Technician
Perimeter
04.2024 - 04.2025
Correctional Officer
Tipton Correctional Center
10.2022 - 01.2023
Correctional Officer
Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 05.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Ozarks Technical Community College
08.2016 - 05.2018
Waynesville High School