Alex Elliott-Kuhlmann
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
I am a highly organized and detail-oriented worker with 10+ years of experience working with kids and young adults with and without disabilities ages 0-24. I graduated with my Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from National University in June 2023. I hold a Board Certified Behavior Analyst license through the BACB obtained on April 8th, 2024. My ultimate goal is to help as many vulnerable people as I can. I am a highly dependable and passionate person and I love having a job that challenges me every day.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
QASP-S Supervisor
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
03.2024 - Current
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans for clients
- Conduct assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate treatment goals
- Provide ongoing training and support to technicians to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge
- Collaborate with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to treatment
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards and guidelines
- Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices and new research in the field of autism and applied behavior analysis
- Provide leadership and guidance to the BTS team to ensure a positive work environment and effective communication.
Behavior Therapist
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
07.2018 - Current
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans for clients
- Conduct assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate treatment goals
- Provide ongoing training and support to technicians to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge
- Collaborate with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to treatment
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards and guidelines
- Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices and new research in the field of autism and applied behavior analysis
- Provide leadership and guidance to the BTS team to ensure a positive work environment and effective communication.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, providing a foundation for successful behavioral change.
- Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plan.
Midlevel Supervisor
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans for clients
- Conduct assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate treatment goals
- Provide ongoing training and support to technicians to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge
- Collaborate with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to treatment
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards and guidelines
- Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices and new research in the field of autism and applied behavior analysis
- Provide leadership and guidance to the BTS team to ensure a positive work environment and effective communication.
Registered Behavior Therapist
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans for clients
- Conduct assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate treatment goals
- Provide ongoing training and support to technicians to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge
- Collaborate with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to treatment
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards and guidelines
- Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices and new research in the field of autism and applied behavior analysis
- Provide leadership and guidance to the BTS team to ensure a positive work environment and effective communication.
1:1 School Aide
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting IEP Goals
- Administer tests, homework, make-up work, etc
- For the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom
- Assist and escort student when necessary for the purpose of attending to the student's personal hygiene and care needs and arrival to/from destinations
- Communicates with supervising instructional staff, and a variety of health care professionals, and professional support personnel for the purpose of communicating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives
- Intervenes in potential conflicts utilizing appropriate physical and/or therapeutic approaches for the purpose of diffusing confrontations and minimizing disruptions.
- Supported teachers in managing classroom behavior and promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
Direct Support Professional
Home and community Options
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisting families that are caring for a child or adult with developmental disabilities
- Reduce stress of the primary caregiver and assist the individual served
- Carry out services outlined in the care plan for each individual
- Help the individuals served participate in activities that they are interested in
- Assist individuals in daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care
- Help individuals served with therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises
- Help individuals served with the daily struggles of life and growing up.
Inventory Control
FASTENAL
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Facilitate the movement of product through the distribution facility to company owned stores
- Counting and auditing products
- Measuring products with a CubiScan to help determine the most efficient way to package and ship product
- Inducting supply into the system
- Picking product to be shipped to buyers.
Personal Care Assistant
Home and community Options
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisting families that are caring for a child or adult with developmental disabilities
- Reduce stress of the primary caregiver and assist the individual served
- Carry out services outlined in the care plan for each individual
- Help the individuals served participate in activities that they are interested in
- Assist individuals in daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care
- Help individuals served with therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises
- Help individuals served with the daily struggles of life and growing up.
Swim Coach/Swim Instructor
YMCA
05.2016 - 03.2017
- To provide personal and social development for lifetime skills
- To develop and improve the technical and physical skills of swimming
- To provide a fun and enjoyable environment
- To orient young people to competition
- To provide competent, safe instruction
- Plan and effectively organize class time for maximum practice through weekly lesson plans
- Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Take customers food and drink orders
- Ensure that all orders are accurate and brought to each table in a timely manner
- Suggest appetizers and meals to customers based on the menu and specials
- Work closely with restaurant management to immediately address all customer concerns and create a present dining experience
- Assist with setting tables and rearranging tables to accommodate larger parties.
Lifeguard
the City of Maple Grove
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Maintain continuous surveillance of people in and around swimming pools
- Supervise swimmers to ensure that they are swimming within the safety protocols
- Spot hazards or potential hazards and take measures to prevent accidents
- Perform rescues in the event of drowning or swimming accidents
- Perform first aid and CPR according to the demands of adverse situations.
Catering
Wells catering
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Set up venues for weddings and other special events
- Serve food and drinks during events
- Clean up after events.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY - ONLINE
San Diego, CA06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With A Child & Adolescent Concentration
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY - ONLINE
Hooksett, NH01.2021
Associate of Arts - Psychology
WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Winona, MN05.2017
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School
Anoka, MN06.2014
Skills
- Working with Children with Disabilities
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making and Judgment
- Patience
- 2 years of Sign Language
- BLS
- Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Writing Insurance Reports, BIPs, and skill acquisition plans
- Training (BST) and mentoring
- Staff Management
Timeline
QASP-S Supervisor
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
03.2024 - Current
Midlevel Supervisor
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
10.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Behavior Therapist
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
05.2019 - 10.2022
1:1 School Aide
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
08.2018 - 11.2019
Behavior Therapist
MAXIM HEALTHCARE
07.2018 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Home and community Options
07.2017 - 06.2018
Inventory Control
FASTENAL
06.2017 - 06.2018
Personal Care Assistant
Home and community Options
07.2016 - 07.2017
Swim Coach/Swim Instructor
YMCA
05.2016 - 03.2017
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
05.2015 - 12.2015
Lifeguard
the City of Maple Grove
08.2013 - 11.2014
Catering
Wells catering
08.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY - ONLINE
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With A Child & Adolescent Concentration
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY - ONLINE
Associate of Arts - Psychology
WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School