Areyana Cervantes
Spokane
Summary
Offering warm, patient demeanor combined with genuine passion for helping individuals achieve their best. Brings strong understanding of behavioral principles and techniques, with ability to quickly learn and apply new strategies. Ready to use and develop skills in observation and data collection in any type of role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician (CBT)
Pennyfarthing Applied Behavior Analysis
01.2025 - Current
- Implement ABA treatment plans under BCBA supervision
- Provide 1:1 support to children with developmental needs
- Use reinforcement, prompting, and ABA strategies to teach skills
- Collect data on client behavior and progress
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Used Passage Health to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Hospitality
The Melting Pot
06.2024 - Current
- Greet and seat guests in a timely and professional manner to ensure a positive dining experience.
- Manage guest flow to balance server workloads and maintain smooth operations.
- Coordinate with servers and kitchen staff to communicate guest preferences, special requests, and celebrations.
- Maintain a welcoming and organized front-of-house environment.
Coach
Chasing Gravity Activity Center
01.2023 - Current
- Instruct children in gymnastics skills, tailoring lessons to individual ability levels.
- Create a safe and encouraging environment that builds confidence and motivation.
- Develop lesson plans and collaborate with coaching staff to enhance instruction.
- Communicate progress with parents and provide constructive feedback.
- Promote teamwork, discipline, and perseverance in young athletes.
- Developed and implemented new drills and activities to increase student engagement and growth.
Education
B.A. - Psychology and Criminology
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Toppenish High School
Toppenish, WA06.2022
Skills
- Data collection & progress monitoring
- Behavior intervention & redirection strategies
- Communication & teamwork
- Leadership & adaptability
- Crisis prevention & de-escalation techniques
- Behavioral management
- Adaptive living skills training
- HIPAA requirements
- Rapport building
- Critical thinking
- Positive and negative reinforcements
- Nonverbal communication
- Record keeping
- Multitasking and organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Flexibility and adaptability
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), 2024
- Department of Health Food Handler’s Card, 2024
- MAST Permit, 2024
- CPR Certified (2021–2022)
- Honor Roll (2019–2022)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Behavior Technician (CBT)
Pennyfarthing Applied Behavior Analysis
01.2025 - Current
Hospitality
The Melting Pot
06.2024 - Current
Coach
Chasing Gravity Activity Center
01.2023 - Current
B.A. - Psychology and Criminology
Gonzaga University
High School Diploma -
Toppenish High School