Daniela Vargas
Montvale,NJ
Summary
Caring and compassionate 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
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Learner's Compass
03.2024 - 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
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes
TA Position
Center For Clinical Services
01.2024 - Current
- Work in grading and assessing IQ tests
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Assist students in test assessments
Intern
Center For Clinical Services
09.2023 - Current
- Create an organized system
- Work with client wait lists
- Assist in Therapy notes
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports
Registered Behavior Technician
Therapy Associates
11.2022 - Current
- Work in a clinical home setting with autistic children providing them with treatment plans
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts
Registered Behavior Technician
Rainbow ABA
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Work in a clinical home setting with autistic children providing them with treatment plans
- Track data and target specialized skills for each client
- Used positive reinforcement to increase positive behaviors to integrate them into everyday life.
Special Needs Nanny
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Established a daily routine for the child to easily follow
- Worked with teachers to evaluate the child’s progress
- Used active games and activities to help with the child’s emotions.
Intern
Arista Counseling & Psychotherapy
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Respond to calls and writing intakes
- Call in medications to pharmacies
- Research and write on psychological issues.
Nanny
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting child to take positive action
- Engaged with child, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth
- Taught child educational skills and safe behavior.
Student Assistant
Ben Samuels Children's Center
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed wide range of simultaneous job tasks to support teacher's academic, research and operational needs
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies for a safe environment.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Clinical Psychology & Child/Adolescent
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2024
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2021
Skills
- Bilingual
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Social Skills Development
- Discrete Trial Training
- Organized
- Token Economy Systems
Campus Involvement
President, Psychology Club, Montclair State University, 09/2019, 05/2021, Create weekly presentations on different psychological topics, host events & go to campus meetings
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Learner's Compass
03.2024 - Current
TA Position
Center For Clinical Services
01.2024 - Current
Intern
Center For Clinical Services
09.2023 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Therapy Associates
11.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Rainbow ABA
09.2021 - 08.2022
Special Needs Nanny
02.2021 - 06.2021
Intern
Arista Counseling & Psychotherapy
01.2021 - 05.2021
Nanny
03.2020 - 01.2021
Student Assistant
Ben Samuels Children's Center
04.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Clinical Psychology & Child/Adolescent
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Montclair State University