Jeremy Ross
Ocean Springs
Summary
Compassionate and experienced behavioral health professional with over six years of experience providing and supervising care in specialized treatment and inpatient behavioral health settings. Proven leader with strong skills in staff supervision, crisis intervention, patient safety, documentation compliance, and therapeutic environment management. Known for professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to foster safe, structured, and supportive care environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Gulfport Behavioral Health System
Gulfport
04.2022 - Current
- Patient Care: Provide constant, close monitoring of patients, ranging from children to geriatrics, to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Treatment Support: Implement, assist with, and document patient behavioral, therapeutic, and treatment plans.
- Crisis Management: Perform de-escalation techniques, active listening, and, if needed, physical intervention during crises.
- Daily Support: Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, dressing, and meals.
- Observation: Record and report patient behavior, emotional changes, and physical responses to medication/treatment to nurses and clinical staff.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to protocols.
- Assisted in monitoring patients' mental and emotional health conditions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social interaction among patients.
- Participated in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
Support Care Supervisor
Specialized Treatment Facility
Gulfport
11.2018 - Current
- • Supervise and support Youth Services Workers (YSWs) to ensure a safe,therapeutic, and structured environment that aligns with MS State, MSDepartment of Mental Health (DMH), and STF policies and procedures.• Oversee and verify completion of daily behavioral documentation andprogress notes for assigned residents to ensure accuracy, compliance,and continuity of care.• Monitor residents' physical care, hygiene, and overall well-being,intervening as necessary to promote safety and therapeutic outcomes.• Coordinate, participate in, and evaluate resident activities designed toencourage engagement, rehabilitation, and personal growth.• Conduct and supervise 15-minute bed checks to ensure resident safetyand compliance with facility monitoring standards.• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and performance feedback to YSWsto promote professional development and adherence to best practices.• Maintain a safe and clean environment through routine housekeepingand facility upkeep, including mopping, sweeping, and organizingresident common areas.• Serve as a first responder during crisis situations, utilizing Mandt-certified de-escalation and intervention techniques.• Maintain current certifications in Mandt, CPR, and First Aid; ensurestaff compliance with required safety and crisis intervention training.• Assist in one-on-one supervision of residents placed on suicideprecautions or requiring special observation.• Maintain valid driver's license and liability insurance for operation ofstate vehicles in accordance with STF policy.• Promote continuous learning and professional growth among team members to ensure consistent delivery of quality care
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS 08.2011 - 05.2018
Columbus High School
Columbus , MsSkills
- Behavioral Health Supervision
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Staff Training & Coaching
- Patient Safety & Observation
- Documentation & Compliance
- Therapeutic Environment Management
- Suicide Precautions & Special Observation
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Gulfport Behavioral Health System
04.2022 - Current
Support Care Supervisor
Specialized Treatment Facility
11.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Alcorn State University
08.2011 - 05.2018
Columbus High School