Carli McDonald
Mullica Hill,NJ
Summary
Gain experience to achieve my career goal of a Board certified behavior analyst
Behavioral health professional with strong focus on team collaboration and results. Skilled in developing and implementing behavioral interventions and strategies to enhance client outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability, with ability to respond effectively to changing needs. Proficient in data analysis, crisis intervention, and positive behavioral support techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Bancroft School
01.2026 - Current
- Provides assistance and support to the Teacher in the planning and implementation of classroom instruction to specifically meet the educational needs of the assigned student.
- Provides encouragement and support to the student to contribute to the best possible educational experience.
Behavior Specialist
Bancroft, Lindens Program Acute Children's Residential
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Supervised and organized all activities associated with the development and implementation of behavior analytic services within the Individual Service Plan and Behavior Intervention Plan under the supervision of a BCBA-D.
- Led the development and implementation of behavior plans including functional behavior assessment/analysis, preference assessments and treatment evaluations.
- Engaged in ongoing data review and analysis to ensure effective programming.
- Identified training needs and developed those trainings to ensure the ongoing knowledge and ability to effectively implement behavior plans.
- Coordinated and led clinical case review meetings (rounds) to ensure proper data review and discussion of the needs of persons’ served.
- Served as a clinical supervisor, implementing ABA, training and directly supervised Behavior Support Specialists.
- Collaborated with an IDT to ensure the best quality of care for the persons’ served.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Brett Dinovi and Associates
02.2019 - 01.2022
- Responsible for behavioral/educational consultations consisting of implementation of classroom and home instruction, behavior intervention plans, functional behavior assessments, data collection, vocational training, social skills training, communication training, and parent and school personnel training.
Direct Support Professional
Bancroft
Woodstown, NJ
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Acute Adult residential setting. Assists individuals with their daily living skills appropriate with their abilities. Promotes independence through skill development. Implements individual care plans. Plans activities and outings that develop skills for community inclusion. Prompts positive behaviors and redirects behaviors for a more positive outcome.
Assistant Manager
Kirkland’s
Mays Landing, NJ
10.2017 - 01.2019
Customer Service Associate
Kirkland’s
Mays Landing, NJ
10.2015 - 10.2017
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in Autism
Ball State University
05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences with a concentration in Occupational Therapy
Stockton University
01-2018
Skills
- I am certified in the following: Safe and Positive Approach (SPA) techniques, CPR/AED/ First Aid in adults and pediatrics
- I have experience with a variety of ages in both acute and less acute settings
- I have worked within schools, residential facilities, and in home giving ABA services
- I have experience with writing and conducting a multitude of assessments such as, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), Functional Analysis (FA), AFLS, FAST, MAS, QABF, preference assessments, etc
- I am also proficient in all Microsoft programming, and Google applications
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Parent communication
- Crisis management
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Bancroft School
01.2026 - Current
Behavior Specialist
Bancroft, Lindens Program Acute Children's Residential
01.2022 - 01.2026
Clinical Care Coordinator
Brett Dinovi and Associates
02.2019 - 01.2022
Direct Support Professional
Bancroft
08.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Manager
Kirkland’s
10.2017 - 01.2019
Customer Service Associate
Kirkland’s
10.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences with a concentration in Occupational Therapy
Stockton University
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in Autism
Ball State University