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Overview
Work History
Education
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Deja Daniels

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Patient Behavior Technician with four years of experience with a Master's in forensic psychology implementing behavioral plans and designated interventions for clients suffering from various behavioral conditions. In-depth knowledge of treatment plans and modification strategies. Skilled relationship-builder with first-rate communication and time management abilities. Committed to promoting development of functional skills and independence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Behavioral Technician

Compleat Kidz
04.2024 - Current
  • Worked in clinic to provide ABA therapy to children with Autism to aid in reduction of maladaptive behaviors.
  • Supported clients in achieving their goals through consistent data collection and analysis.

Registered Behavioral Technician

Children Milestone ABA
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Work one-on-one with clients with autism spectrum disorder providing ABA therapy to aid to teach skills needed to be independently functional in life.
  • Reduced maladaptive behaviors by utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis techniques effectively.

Clinical Counseling Intern

AYA Behavioral Health, LLC
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Implemented motivational interviewing techniques to support clients' readiness for change and facilitate their commitment to treatment goals.
  • Utilized trauma-informed care principles when working with clients who had experienced significant adverse life events, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing.
  • Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment by establishing rapport with clients and maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Supported clients in crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation techniques and coordinating appropriate interventions.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern

Families First Counseling & Psychiatry
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Promoted clients' self-awareness and personal growth through the use of reflective exercises and goal-setting activities.
  • Contributed to clinical team meetings, sharing insights from individual counseling sessions to inform overall care planning decisions.
  • Improved clients'' coping skills through the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
  • Enhanced client well-being by conducting comprehensive mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans.

Registered Behavioral Technician

Autism Learning Partners
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Work one-on-one with clients with autism spectrum disorder, providing applied behavioral analysis therapy to aid in maladaptive behavior reduction and teach skills needed to be independent in life.
  • Established rapport with clients, fostering trust and positive relationships that facilitated learning opportunities to master goals.

Case Manager Intern

New Growth Behavioral Health Services
08.2018 - 12.2018
    • Conducted thorough evaluations of client progress, adjusting case plans as needed to maximize success.
    • Streamlined case management processes by implementing efficient tracking systems for documentation and reporting purposes.
    • Identified community resources for clients, connecting them with essential services such as housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities.
    • Improved client outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized case plans.

Education

Master's in Forensic Psychology, Licensure Track -

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Washington, DC
09.2023

Bachelor of Art in Psychology -

Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA
12.2019

Skills

  • Vital Research and Analytical Skills
  • Crisis Management
  • Community Integration
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Critical Thinking
  • Daily Living Skills Training
  • Behavior Reduction Strategies
  • Social Skills Development
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Intraverbal Training
  • Relationship Development Intervention
  • Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills

Certification

  • CPR First Aid, 06/2024
  • RBT - Registered Behavior Technician, 07/2020- Current
  • Mental Health First Aid, 03/2024

Leadership And Community Involvement

  • Higher Achievement, 01/2019, 12/2019
  • Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology, 03/2019, Present
  • March of Dimes, 2017
  • Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanities, 2017

Timeline

Registered Behavioral Technician

Compleat Kidz
04.2024 - Current

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern

Families First Counseling & Psychiatry
09.2022 - 12.2022

Clinical Counseling Intern

AYA Behavioral Health, LLC
01.2022 - 07.2023

Registered Behavioral Technician

Children Milestone ABA
09.2021 - 08.2023

Registered Behavioral Technician

Autism Learning Partners
03.2020 - 09.2021

Case Manager Intern

New Growth Behavioral Health Services
08.2018 - 12.2018

Master's in Forensic Psychology, Licensure Track -

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Bachelor of Art in Psychology -

Virginia Union University
Deja Daniels