Cierra Vines
Young Professional
Hyattsville,MD
Summary
Competent young professional knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve wellbeing and functioning by preventing challenges and improving confidence. Hardworking, reliable and dedicated.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Verbal Beginnings
Columbia, MD
08.2020 - Current
- Providing direct 1:1 ABA services and group services to 5 early childhood children weekly utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
- Collecting and recording data such as ABC, duration, frequency/rate, and whole interval to track client progress on individualized goals and summarize observable data.
- Maintaining and teaching tasks such as toileting, dressing, grooming, feeding and behavior problems.
- Developing goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Building and maintaining positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Research Assistant
University of Maryland
College Park, MD
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Administered and scored 100+ developmental assessments including the Bayley Scales of Infant Development, Preschool Language Scales, Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test, Virtual Flanker Test
- Conducted and recorded 200+ qualitative research interviews with low-income and vulnerable children and families
- Conducted 75+ observations including the HOME inventory and the ITERS-IV observation of classroom environment
- Coordinated and maintained relationships with 15 different early child development centers to recruit families and children.
- Trained and supervised 10 undergraduate students and volunteers.
- Coauthored a research poster on perinatal trauma and adversity for the National Research Conference on Early Childhood in June 2020.
Team Leader
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
Washington, DC
10.2014 - 07.2018
- Coached over 20 team members in exceptional customer service, providing feedback and encouragement toward reaching sales goals.
- Opened and closed store by counting cash up to $5,000, closing and opening registers and delegating daily staff assignments.
- Simplified shipping and receiving processes to uncover and address inaccuracies, which boosted productivity 10%.
- Collaborated with sales team members weekly to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders and resolve item issues.
Clinical Mentor Intern
The Capital Region Children’s Center
Washington, DC
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided intensive mentoring to 5 students weekly with behavior and learning challenges including ADHD and autism
- Instructed learning opportunities for the development of social, academic, and life skills
- Developed therapeutic plans with 3 families regarding academics and behavioral contracts based on student's needs.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
Dental Receptionist
Muskegon Family Care
Muskegon, MI
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Completed opening and closing of dental office procedures while maintaining over 50 client files.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines at all times to protect patient privacy.
- Scheduled over 100 appointments for new and existing customers using Dentrix, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Outreach and Enrollment Coordinator
Muskegon Family Care
Muskegon, MI
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Connected over 200 individuals to quality health, dental, and behavioral care
- Increased health insurance coverage of community residents by 20%
- Built and maintained 5 enrollment collaborations and partnerships with local organizations
- Sustained an extensive knowledge-base of 5 different health insurance practices and policies.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD 09.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 09.2009 - 05.2013
Work Availability
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Skills
Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlookundefined
Quote
Growth demands a temporary surrender of security.
Gail Sheehy
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Verbal Beginnings
08.2020 - Current
Research Assistant
University of Maryland
07.2018 - 08.2020
Clinical Mentor Intern
The Capital Region Children’s Center
09.2016 - 05.2017
Team Leader
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
10.2014 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Bowie State University
09.2014 - 05.2017
Dental Receptionist
Muskegon Family Care
05.2014 - 08.2014
Outreach and Enrollment Coordinator
Muskegon Family Care
09.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology
Michigan State University
09.2009 - 05.2013
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