NMSU alumni in Bachelor's of Social Work. Recently worked in a school settings as a registered behavior health technician. Am seeking a educational assistant position, to gain experience in the special education field.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Finni Health
Las Cruces, NM
02.2024 - Current
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.
Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
Las Cruces, NM
06.2022 - 01.2024
Communicated with client and family members to give quality care.
Assisted clients with ADL’s, including hygiene and exercise.
Performed house keeping duties including cleaning, laundry, and meal prepping.
Practiced empathy with client by utilizing conflict resolution techniques to calm elderly clients diagnosed with dementia.
Driven clients to doctor appointments.
Undergraduate Internship
Project Amistad
El Paso
08.2022 - 05.2023
Conducted more than 15 assessment interviews with Proposed Wards who were referred to Projected Amistad.
Collected, organized, and interpreted Proposed Ward’s data from various nursing facilities.
Used empathy and other interpersonal skills; to communicate with Proposed Wards with various intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities.
Documented medical history, medications, medical professionals, financial information, mental illness, family history, and drug abuse history of Proposed Wards.
Granite Fabricator
Sherwood Cabinetry
Las Cruces, NM
01.2019 - 05.2022
Work in a team to fabricate and install granite countertops.
Learn and trained how to use machinery.
Communicated with costumers to meet their satisfactions