Alyssa Giddens
Venus,TX
Summary
Passionate professional with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Action Behavior Centers
Midlothian, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients in therapy sessions.
- Assisted in collecting and analyzing client data to track progress and behavior changes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and progress notes regularly.
- Provided verbal prompts and physical guidance to clients during therapy sessions.
- Created visual supports to enhance client understanding during therapy sessions. such as schedules, picture cards.
- Facilitated social skills groups for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
Behavior Technician
Arc Of The Ozarks
Joplin, Missouri
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral changes consistently.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Provided crisis management by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for all clients during sessions.
- Acquired knowledge of autism spectrum disorder and related behaviors.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
Joplin, Missouri
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated engaging activities for youth to promote social skills and teamwork.
- Monitored youth interactions to ensure a safe and positive environment for all participants.
- Assisted in implementing daily schedules that balanced educational and recreational activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Crowder College
Neosho, MO05-2025
Skills
- Behavioral techniques
- Therapeutic interventions
- Social skills training
- Prompting techniques
- Direct teaching
- Data analysis
- Behavior analysis
- Client support
- Client interaction
- Team collaboration
- Schedule management
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Dependability
- Verbal communication
- Relationship development
Accomplishments
- Core Value - Excellence
- Core Value - Caring
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Action Behavior Centers
08.2025 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
05.2023 - 08.2023
Behavior Technician
Arc Of The Ozarks
07.2021 - 07.2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Crowder College