Dana Boulden
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Caring and compassionate Lead Registered Behavior Technician experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
YAI
01.2023 - Current
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD and Autism by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Assisted with medication administration and counting and pouring medications.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Completes and posted staff assignment before beginning of shift.
- Flexible with carrying out/being included in shift schedule when necessary while maintaining shift.
- Ensure all RBTs/DSPs maintain clean environment during and before end of shift; vacuum, bathrooms, clean kitchen/dining areas.
- Ensure RBTS/DSPs are consistently engaging and providing positive interaction as instructed by IPP/ IBSP/BSP.
- Ensures all Emergency disaster drills and documentation are accurately completed to meet Regional Center, CCL and agency standards.
- Review daily documentation checks: IPP/ IBSP/BSP , Behavior support plans, MARS, Staff Notes, Communication Log, Structured Leisure activities to meet compliance before leaving the shift.
- Completes all Incident reporting according to regulations and notify all personnel
DSP/ Registered Behavior Technician
YAI
11.2022 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Used Behavior Agent to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Complete Inventory of over-the-counter medications;
- Provided services directly to the youth in their homes using Positive Behavior Supports, instruction of Daily and Independent Living Skills
Direct Support Professional
Ambitions Of California
03.2014 - 06.2022
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
Norwalk, CA06.2003
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Emotional Support
- Appointment Setting
- Navigational Skills
- Development of Social Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Community Involvement
- Safety Protocols
- Crisis Situations
- Daily Logs
- Positive Interactions
- Maintain Records
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- DSP - Direct Support Staff 1 & 2
- Ukeru
- CPI
- First Aid/ CPR
Timeline
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
YAI
01.2023 - Current
DSP/ Registered Behavior Technician
YAI
11.2022 - 01.2023
Direct Support Professional
Ambitions Of California
03.2014 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- DSP - Direct Support Staff 1 & 2
- Ukeru
- CPI
- First Aid/ CPR
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