ANDREA WEAVER
Baltimore,USA
Summary
Experience in field of behavioral support, with focus on providing assistance to individuals with mental health issues and developmental disabilities. Strengths lie in applying proven behavior modification techniques, creating individualized treatment plans, and fostering positive relationships. Notable for positively impacting lives through effective communication skills and empathetic approach. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while ensuring safety and well-being of clients.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Compassionate Behavioral Aide recognized for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in behavior modification techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and individualized support planning. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive outcomes in challenging situations.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Aide
The Children’s Guild
Baltimore, MD
05.2024 - Current
- Taught clients how to manage stress through relaxation techniques and breathing exercises.
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans for clients.
- Organized recreational activities to improve socialization among clients.
- Provided transportation services for clients attending appointments or events away from the facility.
- Attended meetings with multi-disciplinary teams to discuss goals, objectives, interventions, and strategies related to client care.
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients with behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals, such as teachers, psychiatrists, and psychologists, to develop treatment plans for clients.
- Facilitated communication between parents and guardians and school personnel regarding the client's progress or lack thereof.
- Maintained professionalism in emergency situations, assisting staff members in actions and monitoring patients.
- Assisted clients in developing social skills, coping strategies, and problem-solving skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School
Baltimore, MD06-2018
Skills
- Behavior intervention plans
- Stress management techniques
- Client advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Client transportation logistics
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Behavioral assessment
- Data collection
- Teamwork
- Client relationship management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Goal setting
- Observational skills
- CPR certified
- Record keeping
- De-escalation techniques
- Support personal needs
Timeline
Behavioral Aide
The Children’s Guild
05.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School