Christella Ilunga
Queens,NY
Summary
Behavioral health professional prepared to bring valuable experience to new role. Known for implementing effective behavior plans and contributing to client progress. Proven ability to collaborate with team members and adapt to dynamic environments, leveraging skills in data-driven decision-making and client engagement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician - School Based
Amergis
10.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized treatment plans for clients, promoting skill acquisition and behavioral improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective strategies for client progress tracking.
- Trained new staff on behavior intervention techniques and data collection methods to ensure consistency in care.
- Monitored client behavior and progress, adjusting strategies based on real-time observations and feedback.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
Registered Behavior Technician
Vibrant ABA
07.2025 - Current
- Maintained meticulous records of client progress, enabling data-driven adjustments to treatment plans for optimal results.
- Led training sessions for new technicians, enhancing team's overall skill set and quality of care.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of latest ABA techniques, ensuring highest standard of care.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
Registered Behavior Technician
Kids First Services
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Improved client's daily living skills with personalized training sessions, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior support plans under supervision.
- Provided crisis intervention as needed, ensuring client safety and continuity of care during critical incidents.
- Supported clients in developing coping mechanisms, empowering them to manage stress and anxiety more effectively.
Registered Behavior Technician
Finni Health
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted detailed behavioral assessments to inform tailored intervention strategies, fostering positive outcomes.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, laying groundwork for effective behavior intervention plans.
- Adapted communication methods to meet each client's unique needs, facilitating clearer understanding and cooperation.
- Guided families and caregivers in applying behavior intervention strategies, strengthening support networks for clients.
Registered Behavior Technician
Stepping Stones Group
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Ensured compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality requirements, safeguarding client trust and security.
- Utilized technology and software for behavior tracking and analysis, improving precision of interventions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase verbal behavior, enabling clients to communicate needs more effectively.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desirable behaviors, contributing to significant client progress.
- Fostered positive learning environment, applying ABA principles to reduce challenging behaviors effectively.
Registered Behavior Therapist
The Perfect Child ABA
11.2023 - 02.2025
- Fulfilling the duties of an in home behavioral therapist working towards behavior development goals while decreasing maladaptive behaviors.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to ensure successful implementation of interventions.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction
Host
Hotli Media Group
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed strategies to engage participants in meaningful conversations about topics related to the program's mission statement.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Offered suggestions for additional items that may be of interest to customers.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
Registered Behavior Technician
Applied ABC
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support client development and learning.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis to evaluate client progress and program effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies for clients with behavioral challenges.
- Trained new staff on behavioral techniques and operational procedures to ensure consistent care delivery.
Registered Behavior Technician
Linx Autism
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Conducted functional assessments to identify triggers and develop targeted interventions for challenging behaviors.
- Delivered targeted behavior modification programs, which significantly reduced instances of aggressive behavior in clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic, client-centered care plans, ensuring comprehensive support.
- Promoted generalization of learned behaviors across various settings, ensuring clients' success beyond clinical environment.
Registered Behavior Technician
Key Autism Services
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
- Integrated creative problem-solving methods into therapy sessions to foster critical thinking abilities among clients facing challenges in everyday situations.
- Facilitated generalization of learned skills across various environments by collaborating with educators, therapists involved in clients'' care networks.
- Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board at all times during practice.
Teacher
First Years Learning Charter School
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and assessments.
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Registered Behavior Technician
Hospital for Behavioral Medicine
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Supported clients'' academic success through implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies aligned with their individual learning needs.
- Used [Software] to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
Registered Behavior Technician
Kaliedioscope ABA
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
Registered Behavior Technician
Boston Behavioral Learning Centers
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
- Led group sessions focused on social skill-building, promoting peer interaction and cooperation among clients.
- Engaged clients in social skills groups to boost their interaction capabilities, promoting better social integration.
Registered Behavior Technician
Children Making Strides
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
Registered Behavior Technician
Positive Synergy
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed engaging activities tailored to clients' needs, improving participation and motivation levels.
- Monitored client behavior in various settings, providing real-time feedback to optimize interventions.
- Conducted regular assessments of client progress, adjusting strategies based on observed outcomes.
- Established strong rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and enhancing therapeutic relationships.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
Maid
Maid Pro Services
03.2013 - 08.2013
- Managed daily cleaning schedules to ensure consistent service quality across assigned areas.
- Utilized specialized cleaning equipment and products to maintain high hygiene standards.
- Trained new staff on efficient cleaning techniques and safety protocols.
- Conducted thorough inspections to identify maintenance needs and address issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve operational efficiency.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2026
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon High School
Grand Canyon, AZ08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI08.2018
Skills
- Advocacy
- Active Listening
- Case Management
- Communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Cultural Competency
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Empathy
- Efficiency
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Resource Coordination
- Teaching/Training
- Therapeutic Approaches
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Social skills development
- Applied behavior analysis
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician - School Based
Amergis
10.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Vibrant ABA
07.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Kids First Services
07.2025 - 10.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
Finni Health
05.2025 - 07.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
Stepping Stones Group
12.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Behavior Therapist
The Perfect Child ABA
11.2023 - 02.2025
Host
Hotli Media Group
06.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Linx Autism
11.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
Key Autism Services
08.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
Applied ABC
01.2022 - 04.2023
Teacher
First Years Learning Charter School
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
Hospital for Behavioral Medicine
10.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Kaliedioscope ABA
07.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Boston Behavioral Learning Centers
03.2021 - 06.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Children Making Strides
08.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Positive Synergy
01.2020 - 08.2020
Maid
Maid Pro Services
03.2013 - 08.2013
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon High School
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Rhode Island
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology
Liberty University