BRENDA SANCHEZ
Houston,TX
Summary
People-oriented and calm under stress as skilled Behavioral Therapist focused on helping patients diagnosed with autism. Implements successful treatment plans based on evidence-based practices. Dedicated to building strong support networks with professionals and loved ones.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavioral Therapist II
Behavioral Innovations
06.2021 - Current
- Implement activities and exercises to help patients develop the skills and mechanisms needed to manage their diagnoses
- Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
Correctional Officer IV
TDCJ
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
Clerk I
TDCJ
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Interacted with inmate family by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Translate information from/to Spanish for both offenders and staff
- Created, updated and maintained detailed documents and spreadsheets by creating professional charts, tables and filters.
- Processed documents and materials to disseminate information to appropriate parties.
- Managed calendars and scheduled appointments to maintain smooth flow of operations.
Server/Bartender
Darden Restaurants
05.2017 - 02.2020
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Correctional Officer III
TDCJ
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
Sales Associate/Stockroom Organizer
Journeys
08.2015 - 04.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Victory Early College High School
Houston, TX06.2017
Associates of Arts - undefined
Lone Star College
Houston, TX05.2017
Skills
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Crisis Situation Awareness
- Treatment Implementation
- Data Collection
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Learning
- Professional Relationships
- Build Coping Skills
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Client Coping Mechanisms
- Development of Social Skills
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Behavioral Therapist II
Behavioral Innovations
06.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer IV
TDCJ
09.2020 - 06.2021
Clerk I
TDCJ
10.2019 - 08.2020
Correctional Officer III
TDCJ
12.2018 - 08.2019
Server/Bartender
Darden Restaurants
05.2017 - 02.2020
Sales Associate/Stockroom Organizer
Journeys
08.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
High School Diploma - undefined
Victory Early College High School
Associates of Arts - undefined
Lone Star College
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