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Desire Rukundo

Salem,OR

Summary

Compassionate professional in mental health care, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient observation, behavior modification techniques, and crisis intervention. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to provide exceptional care and support.

Dedicated professional with experience using positive and negative reinforcement strategies to improve behaviors. Expert at implementing behavior treatment plans and intervention techniques.

Caring Mental Health Tech willing to work as many hours per week as necessary. Recognized as being the most popular tech among staff and patients. Adept at providing mental health care services to people of different backgrounds. Effective communication and behavioral plan implementation abilities. Focused on enhancing the quality of life of patients.

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.

Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Technician

Central School District 13J
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborates with school and district employees, and educational partners, to ensure that the vision of equity for every student is achieved, with high expectations and quality instruction.
  • Conducts observations of students to assess physical environments, peer interactions, staff member training needs, and instruction, accommodations, and strategies.
  • Provides resources and support to staff relating to all core areas of academics, including Social Skills Groups and/or curriculum for students.
  • Conducts evaluations, assessments for eligibility, program planning, and identification of the function of behavior with children as a member of the team.
  • Provides formal and informal assessments of developmental abilities for students, explains results in a clear manner, and makes useful recommendations based on student needs.
  • Participates in the evaluation, determination, eligibility, and other Section 504 and IEP process meetings and activities.
  • Provides assistance in using data to write and monitor Behavior Plans, Safety Plans, Bus Plans, and IEP goals.
  • Conducts evaluations and participates with local multi-disciplinary teams to determine eligibility for special education services.
  • Provides consultation to staff, community partners, district staff, and parents regarding typical and atypical developmental, disability-specific characteristics, and other student needs.
  • Provides direct service to students according to their IEPs in the areas of social skills, behavior management, and self-help/self-advocacy skills.
  • Works cooperatively with school staff, families, and students to plan, implement, and monitor individualized programs to meet student learning, and self-sufficiency needs.
  • Participates in district and regional ASD consultant activities to promote high-quality services, state-of-the-art instructional strategies, and region wide consistency for students and districts.
  • Reviews new research and emerging strategies in order to guide district staff.
  • Prepares, organizes, and maintains confidential files and student records in accordance with district, state, and federal policies and guidelines.
  • Provides training, coaching, and consultation for staff members who work with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (e.g., data collection and analysis, observations, specific evidence-based social, academic, and behavioral teaching strategies, and communication systems (e.g., antecedent-based interventions, pre-correction, prompting, offering choices, consequence-based interventions (e.g., reinforcement, extinction, differential reinforcement, response interruption/redirection), discrete trial training (DTT), task analysis, functional communication training (e.g., PECS, speech-generating devices), using visual supports (e.g., activity schedules, social narratives, video modeling), using structured work systems, engaging in physical prompting and/or physically assisting students, and pivotal response training).
  • Participates in school and district team meetings.
  • Shares knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) for Special Education with families and staff members.
  • Class observation to make sure all students are where they are supposed to be based on their EPs.
  • Provide interventions, therapy and motivation if the students are feeling down /depressed or have no energy to attend the class.

Skills Trainer

Trillium Family Services
02.2023 - 08.2024
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on teaching appropriate behavior modification techniques.
  • Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
  • Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
  • Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired client.
  • Recorded Client' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for each client that included goals and objectives.
  • Instructed new employees on protocols to use when interacting with psychiatric patients.
  • Developed basic strategies to promote client safety for both staff and patients, wellness, and independence.
  • Influenced clients' behavior with interaction, counseling, or instruction.
  • Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
  • Attended workshops and seminars related to autism spectrum disorder and ABA best practices.
  • Identified and addressed individual problems using clinical team recommendations and solutions.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices such as discrete trial teaching and natural environment teaching.
  • Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
  • Aided the client in performing activities of daily living.
  • Accompanied the client to medical and counseling appointments.
  • Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
  • Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
  • Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
  • Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
  • Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
  • Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
  • Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
  • Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
  • Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
  • Encouraged the client to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions, or other therapeutic activities.
  • Attended review, progress, and clinical team meetings. Report to the unit supervisor for both bad behavior and good behavior.

Qualified Medication Admininistraion Personnel

Brookdale Senior Living Facility
05.2021 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in developing group sessions focusing on relaxation, stress reduction, and spiritual growth.
  • Monitored and provided feedback on participants' meditation posture and technique.
  • Verified patient information and documented medication administration accurately in patient charts.
  • Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care and medication management strategies.
  • Milieu observer to make sure all the patients are where they are supposed to be.
  • And provide security, escort patients when they are going shopping off the ground, and back to the facility.
  • Organize therapeutic group activities, such as exercising, bingo group, and playing cards with patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.

CNA

Prestige Senior Living
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards

Education

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

University of The People
Pasadena, CA

Associate of Science - Psychology

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR

Skills

  • Intervention management
  • Behavior treatment plans
  • Treatment implementation
  • Goal attainment
  • Verbal de-escalation
  • Behavior management
  • Crisis management and prevention
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
  • Clinical supervision
  • Behavioral management
  • Autism spectrum disorder
  • Data collection
  • Data collection and analysis

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Central School District 13J
08.2024 - Current

Skills Trainer

Trillium Family Services
02.2023 - 08.2024

Qualified Medication Admininistraion Personnel

Brookdale Senior Living Facility
05.2021 - 01.2023

CNA

Prestige Senior Living
03.2018 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

University of The People

Associate of Science - Psychology

Chemeketa Community College

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