Blanca Acuna
City Of Industry,CA
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst with expertise working across diverse ages and populations, collaborating with professionals to enhance client well-being and support families. Passionate and dedicated to delivering high-quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA
Special Needs Network
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
- Emphasis on parent training, caregiver education, and professional development for staff members.
Program Manager/Behavior Consultant
Special Needs Network
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Conducted assessments (e.g., Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement, Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Assessment of Functional Living Skills, etc).
- Developed individualized program goals for skill acquisition across different settings, including in-home, clinic and school environments for participants among ages (e.g., 3 to 31 years old)
- Led staff training, caregiver education, and onboarding of new therapists; collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
- Completed full treatment reports; ensuring complete data analysis and clear documentation of progress.
Behavior Therapist
Easterseals
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Delivered direct services focused on teaching alternative replacement behaviors, reducing maladaptive behaviors, and creating a supportive environment.
- Facilitated group-based interventions across different age groups (e.g., children and adolescents) in social settings, promoting social skills, and positive peer interactions.
Behavior Interventionist
California Psych Care
12.2018 - 02.2021
- Primarily focused on crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved.
- Ensuring accuracy in data collections and documentation.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior of Analysis
National University
San Diego, CA01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Psychology
Cal State San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA01.2018
Skills
- Passionate in Education and Mentorship
- Crisis Management Techniques
- Cultural Competence and Experience working with diverse populations
- Experience working among different ages (0-31) years old
- Augmentative and alternative communication & Functional Communication Training
- Behavior intervention planning
- Social skills development training
- Adaptable and flexible team member
Certification
- BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA
Special Needs Network
05.2025 - Current
Program Manager/Behavior Consultant
Special Needs Network
10.2023 - 05.2025
Behavior Therapist
Easterseals
02.2021 - 09.2023
Behavior Interventionist
California Psych Care
12.2018 - 02.2021
Master of Science - Applied Behavior of Analysis
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Psychology
Cal State San Bernardino
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