Amanda Cabitto
Fredericksburg,VA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Stafford Early Autism Services
Stafford, VA
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Facilitated social skills groups for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with students.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
Behavioral Clinician
Driven Behavioral Support
Fredericksburg, VA
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Helped Families and individuals by providing direct behavior therapy in their natural setting, such as in their home, community, or possibly educational settings.
- Demonstrated proficiency in executing ABA treatment programs: Including but not limited to discrete trial training (DTT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Verbal behavior, data collection methods, behavior reduction strategies, and more
- Helped individuals with autism learn how to communicate, play independently and appropriately, socially engage with family members and others, and function independently
- Implemented Behavior reduction plans with the individual that are designed to give the best opportunity to function safely, as well as the ability to attend to learning activities.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
After-School Program Leader
YMCA Daycare
Stafford, VA
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Enforced all health and safety standards set forth by state regulations for daycare facilities.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Maintained accurate daily records of attendance and activities completed by each child.
Program Facilitator
Alternative Paths Training School
Fredericksburg, Virginia
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Supported the Special Education teacher with carrying out lesson plans/activities to help student's reach their academic goals
- In the absence of regular teacher, took over to lead all classroom instruction and management
- Supported student's by carrying out behavioral strategies (Applied Behavior Analysis) to include: Proactive & Reactive Strategies, Crisis intervention
- Exercised physical dexterity to safely implement crisis management interventions and therapeutic holds
- Collected behavioral data based on each students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP)
- Observed, monitored and recorded maladaptive and adaptive behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection and anecdotal notes
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Assisted the student with physical tasks such as, using the restroom, hand washing, daily living, etc
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals
- Met the educational, emotional, social, health, nutritional and psychological needs of children
- Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Implemented and established behavior strategies by setting rules, reiterating expectations and rewarding good behavior for over 30 students
- Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills
Host & Cashier
Mellow Mushroom
Fredericksburg, Virginia
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless
- Recorded available tables after seating each party using specialized seating software
- Checked and restocked server areas and organized and got change for front counter
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest
- Informed servers of newly seated parties for speedy service
- Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist
- Maintained highly loyal clientele by delivering unparalleled service at every stage of restaurant dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
Guest Advocate (Cashier)
Target
Fredericksburg, VA
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Maintained current knowledge of company policies, products and marketing initiatives to better serve each customer
- Greeted customers and listened closely to problems described to determine solutions
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
- Certified as a cashier trainer
- Assisted in various tasks when needed such as order pickups and pushing carts
- Cross trained in grocery department, backroom, and guest service desk
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Behavioral Support Clinician
Compass Counseling Services Of Virginia
Fredericksburg, Virginia
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Implemented and established behavior strategies by setting rules, reiterating expectations and rewarding adapative behaviors.
- Used Notable to create weekly case notes and progress reports
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader
- Experience with children with developmental disabilities and mood disorders.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
Canine Coach
Dogtopia
Fredericksburg, VA
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens
- Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise
- Washed and groomed dogs to maintain good grooming standards
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
Office Assistant
For Sale At Auction
Fredericksburg, Virginia
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Produced high-quality documents and spreadsheets using MS Office suite
- Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members
- Delivered clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements
- Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members
- Assisted in helping customers register for auctions.
Education
Bachelor Of Sciences in Psychology - Applied Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond05-2025
Associate's of Arts & Sciences with a specialization in psychology - Psychology
Germanna Community College
Fredericksburg, VA06.2021
Skills
- Computer and Microsoft office skills
- Empathetic
- Childcare experience
- Communication
- Patience
- Customer service
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Data collection and analysis
- Social Skills Development
- CPR Certified
- Parental Communication
- Child development knowledge
- Classroom Instruction
- Child Supervision
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Child Safety Procedures
- Special needs experience
- Experience in education field
- Behavior management techniques
- Cash Handling
- Customer Assistance
- Ordering and stocking
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Relations
- Animal Care
- Animal Handling
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Professionalism
- Dependable and Responsible
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Stafford Early Autism Services
12.2023 - 01.2024
Behavioral Clinician
Driven Behavioral Support
03.2023 - 08.2023
After-School Program Leader
YMCA Daycare
09.2022 - 02.2023
Program Facilitator
Alternative Paths Training School
08.2021 - 07.2022
Host & Cashier
Mellow Mushroom
05.2021 - 07.2021
Behavioral Support Clinician
Compass Counseling Services Of Virginia
09.2020 - 02.2021
Guest Advocate (Cashier)
Target
10.2018 - 06.2021
Canine Coach
Dogtopia
07.2018 - 09.2018
Office Assistant
For Sale At Auction
10.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor Of Sciences in Psychology - Applied Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Associate's of Arts & Sciences with a specialization in psychology - Psychology
Germanna Community College
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