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John Opuko

@johnopuko

Compassionate Behavioral Health Technician with strong observation, documentation, and crisis intervention skills to support recovery.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a Behavioral Health role where I can support patients with dignity and emotional well-being—using strong documentation, crisis intervention, and de-escalation to help teams maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and promote recovery.

I am a compassionate and skilled Behavioral Health Technician with experience supporting patients in mental health and rehabilitation settings. I focus on safety, empathy, and patient-centered care through strong observation, accurate documentation, and timely reporting of significant changes to clinical staff.

I have supported individualized treatment and behavior management plans, helped patients with daily living activities, and facilitated participation in group therapy and related programs. I also bring crisis intervention experience using approved de-escalation techniques, along with Medication Administration Record (MAR) documentation and incident reporting to ensure continuity of care.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

AS
Current

Behavioral Health Technician

Aurora Behavioral Health System

Jul 2025 - Present (1 year)

Observe and monitor patients’ behavior, emotional status, and physical well-being, and document daily observations for clinical staff. Support individualized treatment/behavior plans, assist with daily living activities, and de-escalate behavioral crises using approved techniques.

GH

Behavioral Health Technician

Great Valley Behavioral Homes

Jan 2025 - Jul 2025 (6 months)

Escort patients to therapy sessions, medical appointments, and activities, and build therapeutic relationships to encourage positive behavior. Record patient progress, incident reports, and shift summaries while coordinating with nurses, therapists, and physicians to support continuity of care.

CH

Remote Data Entry

CVS Health

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024 (2 months)

Provided remote data entry support from June 2024 to August 2024.

MP

Behavioral Health Technician

Mbagathi District Hospital - Mental Health Program

Jan 2020 - Feb 2024 (4 years 1 month)

Assist in implementing individualized treatment and behavior management plans and intervene during behavioral crises using approved de-escalation techniques. Support intake, orientation, and discharge processes, perform safety and room checks, and help clients develop coping skills and daily living routines while maintaining confidentiality.

RS

Administrator

Redrose Primary School

Jan 2012 - Dec 2017 (5 years 11 months)

Served as an administrator at Redrose Primary School from January 2012 to December 2017.

AA

Volunteer Field Worker/Research Assistant

Aid Link Associates

Jan 2008 - Oct 2009 (1 year 9 months)

Worked as a volunteer field worker/research assistant from January 2008 to October 2009.

KI

ICT/Computer Tutor

Kigali-Rwanda

Jan 2007 - Sep 2007 (8 months)

Provided ICT/computer tutoring in Kigali, Rwanda from January 2007 to September 2007.

RK

Guest Contributor

Refugee Consortium of Kenya

Mar 2006 - Dec 2006 (9 months)

Served as a guest contributor from March 2006 to December 2006.

GR

Senior Quality Controller

Globalapparels - Athi River

Jan 2004 - Feb 2006 (2 years 1 month)

Worked as a senior quality controller from January 2004 to February 2006.

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