ASHYA WILLAMS
San Jacinto,CA
Summary
Dedicated Behavior Technician and Peer Support Specialist with over two years of experience providing compassionate, results-driven support to individuals facing intellectual, emotional, and developmental challenges. Proven skills in behavior management, crisis intervention, and comprehensive case management, with a strong ability to foster trust and effectively connect clients to essential services. Experienced in coordinating care, navigating resources, and implementing tailored interventions for children, adults, and vulnerable populations. Known for an empathetic approach, attention to detail, and commitment to supporting clients' well-being and growth in both one-on-one and group settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Care Worker
DPSS Riverside County
Beaumont, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Provide daily supervision, support, and mentorship to youth temporarily placed in the facility while awaiting long-term placement.
- Maintain a safe, structured, and trauma-informed environment, responding calmly and appropriately to behavioral and emotional needs.
- Assist youth with daily living activities, personal care routines, scheduling, and facility expectations.
- Monitor resident well-being, document behaviors, incidents, and progress in detailed shift reports, and communicate updates to supervisors and social services teams.
- Support crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and de-escalation using approved care practices.
- Encourage positive social skills, independence, and coping strategies through guidance, engagement, and support.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to ensure youth receive appropriate care, services, and resources.
- Uphold confidentiality, county regulations, and program policies to ensure safety and compliance.
Peer and Family Advocate
DBH San Bernardino County
San Bernardino, CA
01.2023 - 09.2025
- As a Peer and Family Advocate I play a critical role in supporting homeless individuals and families by offering personalized assistance and case management. As an advocate I help clients access essential services, resources, and support to achieve their goals and secure stable housing.
- Assist clients with case management, ensuring proper documentation is prepared for housing opportunities.
- Guide clients through the application processes for insurance, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), food stamps, and other government assistance.
- Link clients to critical services such as medical clinics, mental health services, addiction services, homeless clubhouses, and housing support.
- Provide logistical support, including arranging transportation and accompanying clients to essential appointments (e.g., doctor visits, Social Security, DMV).
- Build trust and rapport with clients and their families, helping them set and achieve personal and housing-related goals.
- Use personal life experiences and challenges to offer peer-based support, helping clients navigate their own recovery and healing journey.
Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers
Riverside, CA
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder.
- Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each client that included goals and objectives.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Collaborated with families to provide support strategies for home-based interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on teaching appropriate behavior modification techniques.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
Group Home Child Counselor
All of God's Children
Moreno Valley, CA
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided direct care and support to residents in a group home setting.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Developed individualized service plans for each resident and monitored progress.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of clients' medical information and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure effective communication between departments.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals experiencing difficulties or crises situations.
- Facilitated family visits by providing transportation services when necessary.
- Supervised outings to ensure safety of the residents during community events or trips.
- Implemented behavior management strategies when needed for challenging behaviors.
Healthcare Companion
Maximum Healthcare
San Bernardino, CA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients in their homes or facilities.
- Accompanied clients on outings and errands.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities for seniors.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and social engagements.
- Prepared meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and tidying up living spaces.
- Helped seniors manage medications by providing reminders or administering doses as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions including changes in condition or behavior.
After School Program Leader
Think Together
Riverside, CA
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Organized and supervised daily activities for students in the after-school program.
- Developed lesson plans and educational activities to engage students.
- Assisted with homework assignments, projects, and tests.
- Provided guidance on social development skills such as problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication.
- Led group discussions and activities related to character building topics such as respect, responsibility, and community service.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Ensured safety of all participants at all times while participating in afterschool program events.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
- Collaborated with other staff members to create a safe environment for the students' physical and emotional well-being.
Security Guard
Securitas
Ontario, CA
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Conducted daily security patrols of assigned areas.
- Enforced safety regulations and monitored access control points.
- Responded to alarms, emergencies, and disturbances.
- Inspected buildings for fire hazards, unsafe conditions, or unauthorized persons.
- Observed surveillance cameras for any suspicious activity or intruders.
- Provided customer service assistance to staff and visitors in a professional manner.
- Assisted with searches of personnel, vehicles, packages.
- Issued visitor badges and access cards to authorized personnel.
- Completed incident reports regarding violations of policies or procedures.
- Reviewed security logs to ensure proper documentation was maintained.
Education
High School Diploma -
Perris High School
Perris, CA06.2019
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Appointment Setting
- Client Relationship Development
- Documentation Skills
- Social Skill Development
- Data Collection
- Report Writing
- Communication
- Skill Development
- Behavioral Conditions
- Developmental Disability Rehabilitation
- Employee Training
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Management
- Behavior Observation
- Coordinating Care
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Crisis Intervention
- Mental Health Assessment
- Progress Monitoring
- Records Management
- Medical Recordkeeping
Activities
- Sports medicine
- Delta gems mentorship program
- Drama Club
- FFA
- PLUS Leadership
- FNL
- Peer Counselor
- Human Services club member at Moreno Valley College
Certification
Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist
Timeline
Residential Care Worker
DPSS Riverside County
09.2025 - Current
Peer and Family Advocate
DBH San Bernardino County
01.2023 - 09.2025
Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers
07.2022 - 01.2023
Group Home Child Counselor
All of God's Children
03.2022 - 11.2022
Healthcare Companion
Maximum Healthcare
01.2022 - 06.2022
After School Program Leader
Think Together
01.2022 - 03.2022
Security Guard
Securitas
08.2020 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Perris High School