Cassandra Neto
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Passionate professional with 8 years experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within a 8 year school setting. Knowledgeable behavior technician with several years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead RBT Behavior Therapist
Behavioral Developmental Services
New Bedford, MA
01.2016 - Current
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss client's strengths and needs.
- Engaged in active listening while providing crisis intervention counseling when necessary.
- Acted as a mentor for new therapists joining the team by providing training on proper documentation methods and protocol adherence.
- Provided therapeutic guidance and support to individuals with behavioral disabilities.
- Educated families about community resources available for persons with developmental disabilities.
- Provided consultation services regarding behavior management strategies for teachers and school staff.
- Created an environment that was conducive to learning by using appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
- Conducted research projects related to ABA interventions used in treating autism spectrum disorders.
- Evaluated client responses to treatments implemented by therapists.
- Provided 1, 1 intervention for clients with autism spectrum disorder, following the specific guidelines of their individualized behavior plans.
- Attended workshops and trainings related to Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Conducted training sessions for caregivers on effective implementation of behavioral strategies at home.
- Implemented reinforcement strategies such as token economy systems or point systems to increase desirable behaviors while decreasing undesirable ones.
Administrative Assistant
Royal of Fairhaven Nursing Home
Fairhaven, MA
10.2011 - 01.2016
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Behavior Analysis
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MASkills
- Data Collection
- Behavioral assessment
- Group Instruction
- Error Correction
- Social Skills Development
- Individualized Education Plans
- Employee Training
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Goal Setting
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician {RBT}
- Alzheimer and Dementia Certified - 2012
- Safety Care Certified - 2012
- CPR - 2024
Languages
Portuguese
Professional
Timeline
Lead RBT Behavior Therapist
Behavioral Developmental Services
01.2016 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Royal of Fairhaven Nursing Home
10.2011 - 01.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Behavior Analysis
Bristol Community College
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