Seasoned Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 20 years of professional experience who's team-oriented with a strong track record of establishing a solid rapport with clients, co-workers, and local agencies. A therapist with a demonstrated record of successfully working with diverse client populations between the ages of 2 and 15.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
BCBA
Tree Top ABA Therapy
Albuquerque, New Mexico
02.2024 - Current
BCBA Clinical Supervisor
True ABA.
Albuquerque, NM
12.2021 - 03.2024
Assessed and evaluated clinical staff performance, providing feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
Monitored client progress in order to modify treatment plans as needed.
Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and medical personnel to coordinate care for clients.
Maintained accurate documentation of client progress within the Electronic Health Record system.
Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for client care.
Facilitated interdisciplinary communication among members of the healthcare team regarding patient care issues.
Provided consultation services to other departments or organizations regarding clinical matters.
BCBA Clinical Supervisor
Aprendamos Intervention Team
Albuquerque, NM
05.2019 - 08.2021
Assessed and evaluated clinical staff performance, providing feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
Monitored client progress in order to modify treatment plans as needed.
Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and medical personnel to coordinate care for clients.
Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for client care.
Drove attainment of optimal outcomes through case management focused on appropriate treatment, clinical quality assurance and service utilization.
Improved research-based approaches through participation in research and evidence-based practices
BCBA Clinical Supervisor/Assessment Intake
Centria Healthcare Autism Services
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2017 - 05.2019
Assessed and evaluated clinical staff performance, providing feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
Monitored client progress in order to modify treatment plans as needed.
Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and medical personnel to coordinate care for clients.
Conducted group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Maintained accurate documentation of client progress within the Electronic Health Record system.
Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for client care.
Actively sought out continuing education opportunities related to clinical practice areas.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing outcomes for clients served by the facility.
Education
Master of Arts - Comprehensive Program in Exceptional Student Education
University of West Florida
2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology ABA
Florida State University
2007
Skills
Exceptional problem solver
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Train, supervise, & evaluate staff members
In-depth knowledge of autism
Attentive listener
Extensive experience with Verbal Behavior therapy
Client-focused
Create & supervise the implementation of comprehensive ABA/VB programs for clients
PEAK Certified Level 1: trained and implementation of PEAK skills
Experience in assessing and evaluating clients utilizing Dr Sundberg's Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP)
Develop/evaluate/modify service plans & behavior intervention protocols
Trained, Certified in implementation of Practical Functional Assessment & Skill-Based Treatment (SBT) with maladaptive behaviors (SIB, aggression, and self-stimulatory)
Researched and evidence based focused
IEP Knowledge
Competency in variety behavior analytic procedures specifically mand training & natural environment training
Experience in assessing & evaluating utilizing PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
Parenting skills educator
Service plans assessment, development, modification, and evaluation
Lesson planning in small group setting for Autism pre-k class
Quick learner
Supervision and training competence with BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code
Calm under pressure
Strong Communication Skills
Experience with multicultural families
Communicate effectively to staff members via verbal and/or written explanation & modeling
Experience & assessing clients using Assessment of Functional Living skills & ABLLS-R
Experience
Worked closely as a team-member with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school.
Conducted behavior analytic therapy services for a variety of children from ages 2-15.
Supported the creation and assisted in establishment of an (Applied Behavior Analysis) ABA school for children with autism.
Oversaw and supervised 7 behavior therapists in an Applied Behavior Analytic school.
Used various scientifically validated, behavior analytic procedures, including (but not limited to) discrete trial instruction, modeling, naturalistic teaching methods, activity-embedded instruction, task analysis, and self-management, and verbal behavior.
Incorporated techniques into skill-building program to improve and promote independent functioning and meaningful behavior changes for all clients.
Provided training in Applied Behavior Analysis methods and shared knowledge to family members to support client.
Mentored 5 other staff at Camp Rising Sun.
Provided necessary support to ensure the best services where provided to families of different ethnicity, religious beliefs, language and culture.
Respected families decisions related to child's needs based on culture and religious beliefs and adjusted services as needed. Maintain respect, composure and demonstrated self-control during difficult situations with family members that involve their child's best interest.
Effectively communicated about clients care with the family, staff and other community members who worked with the client.
Provided quality services using assessments (ABLLS-R, AFLS, VB-MAP, SBT, PECS, PEAK), evaluations, treatment to individual clients using scientifically evaluated behavior analytic procedures and modified instructional programs based on direct observational data.
Supervised and trained other RBT's and oversaw supervision requirements and training for those pursuing BACB certification
Timeline
BCBA
Tree Top ABA Therapy
02.2024 - Current
BCBA Clinical Supervisor
True ABA.
12.2021 - 03.2024
BCBA Clinical Supervisor
Aprendamos Intervention Team
05.2019 - 08.2021
BCBA Clinical Supervisor/Assessment Intake
Centria Healthcare Autism Services
05.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Comprehensive Program in Exceptional Student Education
University of West Florida
Bachelor of Science - Psychology ABA
Florida State University
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