Amanda Avin
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Caring Behavioral Therapist with 7 years of experience helping clients with social and emotional issues develop techniques to deal with daily challenges. Expert at teaching others to tackle problems constructively through behavior modification. Flexible clinician comfortable administering individual or group therapy sessions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Key Autism Services
10.2023 - Current
- Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes, and test results and identified and diagnosed the nature of clients' problems.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
Direct Support Counselor
Hart United Inc
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Family Support Worker
Board Of Education
11.2016 - 11.2021
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHBachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
St Francis College
Brooklyn, NY05.2016
Skills
- Medication administration
- Daily living skill development
- Goal setting
- Behavior Support Plans
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Evidence-based interventions
- Therapy team planning
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Case management proficiency
- Social skill development
- Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
- Case documentation
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician (BACB Certified)
- CPR certification
Timeline
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Key Autism Services
10.2023 - Current
Direct Support Counselor
Hart United Inc
03.2023 - 09.2023
Family Support Worker
Board Of Education
11.2016 - 11.2021
Master of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
St Francis College