Cindy Mejia
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. Insightful Counselor familiar with ABA treatment protocols. Adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure BCBA position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Centria Autism Services
Arizona
07.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with autism spectrum disorders.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and develop intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize client care and enhance service delivery.
- Trained and mentored junior behavior analysts in data collection and analysis techniques.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting treatments based on data-driven insights for improved outcomes.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance service efficiency and effectiveness across programs.
- Advocated for clients' needs in multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring comprehensive support and resources.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Streamlined data collection processes by creating user-friendly tracking systems that facilitated timely decision-making based on accurate information.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using evidence-based outcome measures, resulting in continuous improvement of service delivery models.
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels, empathetic listening skills, and a genuine commitment to their child''s success.
- Enhanced overall service delivery by developing and implementing staff training programs in applied behavior analysis principles and techniques.
- Provided ongoing supervision and feedback to registered behavior technicians, ensuring high-quality services for clients.
- Maintained a high level of professional ethics and adherence to industry standards through ongoing participation in continuing education opportunities.
- Increased client engagement by utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies and naturalistic teaching techniques.
- Guided families through process of understanding and supporting behavior change, strengthening family involvement in treatment.
- Tailored behavior support plans to individual needs, promoting greater independence among clients with developmental disorders.
- Enhanced team collaboration by establishing regular case review meetings, leading to more cohesive treatment plans.
- Researched and applied evidence-based practices in behavior analysis, continuously improving therapy outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify behavioral challenges and design tailored intervention plans.
- Conducted protocol behavior modification, caregiver training, RBT trainings, case reviews, initial and reauthorization assessments via remote.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
By Your Side - Autism Therapy Services
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for diverse client needs.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and develop strategies for behavior modification.
- Trained and supervised junior staff on best practices in Applied Behavior Analysis techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans for clients.
- Analyzed data to monitor progress, adjusting interventions based on effectiveness and client responsiveness.
- Led workshops and training sessions for caregivers on behavioral strategies and support techniques.
- Ensured compliance with ethical guidelines and standards set by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
- Advocated for evidence-based practices within the organization to enhance service delivery outcomes.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using evidence-based outcome measures, resulting in continuous improvement of service delivery models.
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels, empathetic listening skills, and a genuine commitment to their child''s success.
- Provided ongoing supervision and feedback to registered behavior technicians, ensuring high-quality services for clients.
- Increased client engagement by utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies and naturalistic teaching techniques.
- Enhanced client self-management skills through targeted behavior modification programs, leading to improved daily functioning.
- Tailored behavior support plans to individual needs, promoting greater independence among clients with developmental disorders.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to understand root causes of behaviors, guiding more effective interventions.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques as needed, ensuring student and staff safety during critical incidents.
- Enhanced child behavior management protocols, leading to smoother integration into mainstream classrooms.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify behavioral challenges and design tailored intervention plans.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Butterfly Effects Inc.
350 Fairway Drive Suite 101A Deerfield Beach, Florida
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Increased client engagement by utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies and naturalistic teaching techniques.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
- Provided ongoing supervision and feedback to registered behavior technicians, ensuring high-quality services for clients.
- Led parent training workshops, empowering families with knowledge and skills needed to support their child''s progress at home.
- Streamlined data collection processes by creating user-friendly tracking systems that facilitated timely decision-making based on accurate information.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by staying current on research findings and best practices within the field of applied behavior analysis.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using evidence-based outcome measures, resulting in continuous improvement of service delivery models.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels, empathetic listening skills, and a genuine commitment to their child''s success.
- Served as a mentor for aspiring board-certified behavior analysts by providing guidance on best practices in assessment, intervention planning, and ethical considerations within the profession.
- Enhanced overall service delivery by developing and implementing staff training programs in applied behavior analysis principles and techniques.
- Maintained a high level of professional ethics and adherence to industry standards through ongoing participation in continuing education opportunities.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
Registered Behavior Technician
Butterfly Effects Inc.
Deerfield Beach, FL
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
- Provided parent training on ABA techniques to support consistency in care across home, school, and community settings.
- Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board at all times during practice.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development through attendance at workshops, conferences, webinars related to behavioral healthcare practices.
- Facilitated generalization of learned skills across various environments by collaborating with educators, therapists involved in clients'' care networks.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Supported clients'' academic success through implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies aligned with their individual learning needs.
- Integrated creative problem-solving methods into therapy sessions to foster critical thinking abilities among clients facing challenges in everyday situations.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Used Central Reach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans.
- Trained clients to apply appropriate social skills and behavior modification techniques.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
- Assisted clients in identifying and setting goals to promote positive behavior development.
- Educated parents and caregivers to apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Implemented strategies to reduce anxiety and stress levels in clients.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss client progress and behavior plans.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
Education
Master Of Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH04-2020
Bachelor Of Arts -
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05-2016
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Errorless Learning Methods
- Reinforcement Systems Design
- Precision Teaching Techniques
- Performance Feedback and Supervision
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Discrete Trial Training
- Behavioral Skills Training
- Self-Management Strategies
- Ethical Decision Making
- Parent and Caregiver Training
- Individualized Education Programs
- Pivotal Response Treatment
- Natural Environment Teaching
- Incidental Teaching Strategies
- Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention
- Verbal Behavior Training
- Prompting and Fading Procedures
- Task Analysis Implementation
- Functional Behavior Assessment
- Behavior Intervention Planning
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Social Skills Development
- Picture Exchange Communication System
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Visual Supports Design
- Treatment Planning
- Data Confidentiality
- Documentation and Reporting
- Treatment Plans
- Decision-Making
- Staff Training
- Team Collaboration
- Coping Methods
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Centria Autism Services
07.2026 - Current
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
By Your Side - Autism Therapy Services
08.2024 - 06.2026
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Butterfly Effects Inc.
01.2021 - 06.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Butterfly Effects Inc.
01.2016 - 12.2020
Master Of Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor Of Arts -
Florida Atlantic University