Mitchel Macias

Highly motivated and compassionate Mental Health Worker with extensive hands-on experience in inpatient psychiatric care, behavioral health, ABA therapy, and youth support services. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while managing crisis situations, de-escalating aggressive behaviors, and maintaining patient safety in fast-paced clinical environments. Skilled in patient observation, behavioral documentation, therapeutic communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Recognized for building strong rapport with patients, maintaining professionalism during high-stress situations, and contributing to positive treatment outcomes. Strong work ethic with experience balancing healthcare responsibilities and operational leadership in warehouse and team-based settings.

Mental Health Worker at Glendora Hospital (2023-03 – 2026-05)

• Provided direct care, supervision, and emotional support for psychiatric patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting.
• Monitored patient behavior, mental status, suicide risk, and overall safety while ensuring compliance with hospital procedures and treatment protocols.
• Responded effectively during psychiatric emergencies by utilizing verbal de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies.
• Worked closely with nurses, therapists, physicians, and treatment teams to support individualized patient care plans and therapeutic goals.
• Maintained accurate documentation including behavioral observations, incident reports, safety checks, and patient progress updates.
• Helped create a structured, safe, and respectful environment focused on patient dignity, recovery, and stabilization.

Youth Care Worker at Maxim Healthcare

• Supported youth clients with behavioral and emotional challenges by providing supervision, mentorship, and daily living assistance.
• Encouraged positive coping skills, emotional regulation, and healthy communication in structured care environments.
• Developed strong relationships with clients through patience, consistency, and supportive engagement.
• Documented behavioral incidents, progress updates, and care observations for interdisciplinary teams and supervisors.
• Applied conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to effectively manage challenging situations.

ABA Therapist at Alternatives ABA, Inc.

• Implemented individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs for children and adults with developmental and behavioral disorders.
• Assisted clients in improving communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and independent living skills.
• Collaborated with caregivers and clinical teams to reinforce behavioral goals and treatment strategies.
• Tracked client progress and maintained detailed session documentation with accuracy and professionalism.
• Adapted therapeutic interventions to meet each client's unique behavioral and developmental needs.

Process Assistant at Amazon

• Supported warehouse leadership with workflow coordination, staffing support, and operational efficiency in a high-volume environment.
• Communicated effectively with associates and management to maintain productivity and performance standards.
• Assisted with inventory flow, shipment operations, and process organization while meeting strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced settings.

Psychology and Behavioral Studies – Delta College