Adriana Perez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated RBT with proven success at The Place for Children With Autism for 7+ years, utilizing data collection and reinforcement strategies to enhance communication and social skills in autistic children. Expert in building rapport with families and implementing tailored behavior intervention plans, fostering independence and promoting positive outcomes through collaborative support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
RBT
The Place for Children With Autism
05.2018 - Current
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.
- Received ongoing supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts to refine professional skills and knowledge.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients' families, fostering trust and open communication vital for successful outcomes.
- Supported families in understanding and applying behavioral strategies within the home environment.
- Adapted instructional methods according to each client''s learning style, maximizing progress towards goals.
- Promoted socialization and peer interaction with group activities and play-based learning.
- Implemented skill acquisition programs tailored to each client's unique needs and abilities.
- Maintained a safe, structured learning environment conducive to the individual success of each client.
- Improved communication skills in autistic children by utilizing evidence-based practices.
- Assisted in modifying behavior intervention plans based on data analysis and client progress reports.
- Increased independence in daily living tasks by providing consistent skill development support.
- Documented behavioral data accurately, contributing to better-informed treatment adjustments.
- Participated in parent training sessions, empowering caregivers with essential tools for supporting their child''s growth.
- Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educators for holistic client support.
- Provided crisis intervention support as needed, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all involved parties.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and patterns of challenging behaviors.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, ensuring quality care delivery across all cases.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Capella University
High School Diploma -
Mather High School
Chicago, IL06-2018
Skills
- Data collection
- Social skills development
- Incidental teaching
- Reinforcement strategies
- Behavior reduction strategies
- Prompting techniques
- Toilet training
- Group instruction
- Functional communication training
- Behavioral assessment
- Discrete trial training
- Parent collaboration
- Natural environment training
- Visual supports
- Emotional regulation
- Feeding interventions
- Motor skills development
- Peer interaction
- Transition planning
- Behavior intervention plans
- Relationship building
- Client engagement
- Treatment implementation
- Data collection and analysis
- Behavioral support
- Rapport building
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RBT
The Place for Children With Autism
05.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Capella University
High School Diploma -
Mather High School
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