Aliah Cotman
Richmond,United States
Summary
Service-focused Behavioral Health worker devoted to helping clients improve behaviors as well as assist them in meeting their treatment goals. Skilled in implementing protocols to help individuals acquire skills and adopt reduction strategies for problematic behaviors. Focused on giving comprehensive support involving parents and caregivers.
Seeking a job that will allow the use of extensive experience instructing youth of varying ages and capacities to help foster and grow their emotional, social and cognitive well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Access Representative
VCU Health Systems
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
- Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
- Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
- Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
- Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
- Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish chain of payment.
ABA Behavior Technician
Recognizing Children's Gifts Behavioral Health
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Developed individualized plans to address challenging behaviors.
- Provide direct services to clients and implement daily activities according to student’s individualized treatment plan.
- Support and provide family training that integrates behavioral modification strategies to be implemented in the home and/or the natural environment.
- Utilize safe and appropriate safety management protocols when working with clients.
- Collaborate and coordinate with other service providers working with clients to encourage consistency among client families/caregivers and all providers such as speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, social workers, and physical therapists.
- Participate in supervision on a weekly basis with a Behavior Analyst to discuss client updates, progress, or concerns.
ABA Paraprofessional
Sarah Dooley Center For Autism
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assist with the supervision of young adults ages 19-21 with Autism in classroom setting. Utilized ABA principles, basic classroom procedures and appropriate intervention procedures, and facilitate the learning of social, community and life skills for the students.
- Implement behavioral management system and individual behavior plans according to IEPs.
- Assisted with maintaining documentation regarding students such as incident reports, behavior plans and data. Accompany students to activities in the community.
ABA Counselor
The Faison Center
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Facilitated with support groups with associates that were centered in providing educational techniques for students with Autism.
- Facilitated classroom objectives and catered to students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Taught skills for increased speech ability and worked with students on behavior using tactics of Applied Behavior Analysis. Graphed behavior data and assisted with daily learning units.
Lead Teacher
Midlothian Kids' Academy
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Lead teacher of the toddlers’ class of eight children, ages 15 - 20 months. I am responsible for feeding the children, diaper changes, and coordinating basic activities and monitoring daily rest time.
- Assisted other classes with children ages Pre-K through elementary school as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - InterdisciplinaryStudies:Community Based Education
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12.2016
Skills
- Insurance billing
- Insurance Verification
- Information Collection
- Eligibility Determination
- Medical terminology
- Appointment Scheduling
- Document filing
- Model development
- Statistical analysis
- Behavior observation
- Written Communication
- Data Collection
- Activity Planning
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
QMHP-T Certification 2024
Timeline
Patient Access Representative
VCU Health Systems
01.2023 - 05.2024
ABA Behavior Technician
Recognizing Children's Gifts Behavioral Health
05.2022 - 01.2023
ABA Paraprofessional
Sarah Dooley Center For Autism
11.2019 - 05.2022
ABA Counselor
The Faison Center
10.2018 - 10.2019
Lead Teacher
Midlothian Kids' Academy
01.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - InterdisciplinaryStudies:Community Based Education
Virginia State University
QMHP-T Certification 2024
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