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Amanda Messenger

Omaha,NE

Summary

Board Certified Behavior Analyst dedicated to improving the lives of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder through behavior modification. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments, and documenting progress.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Director/BCBA

Stride Autism Centers
11.2023 - Current
  • Carry a caseload of up to 6 clients, ages 2-6
  • Coach and train newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
  • Cultivate a positive center culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
  • Conduct performance evaluations for RBTs, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.

Clinical Supervisor

Childhood Autism Services
01.2021 - 10.2023
  • Conducted initial consultation with families and complete FBA to determine presenting concerns with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
  • Developed ITPs to include socially significant behavior reduction and skill acquisition goals.
  • Trained RBTs on the implementation of behavior plans and direct teaching procedures.
  • Conducted parent training on the use of ABA principles to increase positive outcomes.

Registered Behavior Technician

Childhood Autism Services
12.2012 - 01.2021
  • Conducted direct ABA therapy sessions with children, ages 2-14 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder across home, school, and clinic settings.
  • Implemented individualized teaching methods and behavior intervention plans with a focus on positive reinforcement.
  • Accurately documented behavior and acquisition data to measure client progress.

Education

Master Of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05.2020

Bachelor Of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
11.2016

Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Functional communication training
  • Collaboration with ancillary service providers
  • RBT training
  • Data analysis

Certification

  • BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Clinical Director/BCBA

Stride Autism Centers
11.2023 - Current

Clinical Supervisor

Childhood Autism Services
01.2021 - 10.2023

Registered Behavior Technician

Childhood Autism Services
12.2012 - 01.2021

Master Of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis

Ball State University

Bachelor Of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Bellevue University
Amanda Messenger