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Destiny Ruvalcaba Castro

Pacific Grove,CA

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and Direct Care Specialist with comprehensive experience across school, clinic, and residential treatment settings. At Amergis, I implemented individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) in classrooms, collaborating with teachers, administrators, and families to support student growth in academics, behavior, and social-emotional learning. At Breakthrough Behavior, I provided one-on-one instruction for children with autism, using evidence-based ABA strategies such as prompting, fading, shaping, and generalization, while collecting precise data to drive measurable progress. At Alsana Residential Treatment Center, I served as a Direct Care Specialist, supporting adults with eating disorders in a high-acuity therapeutic environment, reinforcing recovery-oriented skills, coaching emotional regulation, and maintaining client dignity and safety. Across all roles, I have demonstrated expertise in crisis intervention, data-driven decision-making, emotional regulation support, and multidisciplinary collaboration. I am recognized for creating safe, structured, and supportive environments that promote independence, accountability, and long-term success. Passionate about empowering individuals to reach their full potential, I bring a blend of clinical precision and compassionate care to every setting, making me a strong asset to both educational teams and clinical programs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Amergis
Pacific Grove, California
02.2025 - Current
  • Implemented individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs in classroom settings.
  • Accurately collected and analyzed behavioral data to track progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and families to ensure consistent intervention strategies across environments.
  • Supported special education students with academic instruction, skill acquisition, and social-emotional learning.
  • Applied crisis prevention and de-escalation strategies to maintain safe, supportive learning environments.

Direct Care Specialist

Alsana Eating Disorder Treatment Center
Pacific Grove, California
01.2025 - Current
  • Monitor and redirect eating disorder behaviors during meals and snacks (e.g., food avoidance, manipulation of kcal content, ordered eating).
  • Supported adults in a high-acuity therapeutic setting, monitoring behaviors, reinforcing treatment compliance, and promoting recovery-oriented skills.
  • Provided real-time emotional regulation coaching and grounding techniques during moments of client distress, ensuring safety and stability.
  • Completed thorough, objective documentation of client mood, affect, and behavioral patterns to inform interdisciplinary treatment decisions.
  • Collaborated daily with nursing, clinical, and dietary teams to align strategies and maintain consistent care across all aspects of treatment.
  • Contributed to a compassionate, recovery-focused culture, prioritizing client dignity, accountability, and therapeutic progress.

Registered Behavior Technician

Breakthrough Behavior
Monterey, California
05.2023 - 10.2024
  • Provided individualized 1:1 instruction to children with autism and related developmental disorders across home, school, and clinic settings, promoting skill acquisition and behavioral growth.
  • Engaged clients through structured play and natural environment teaching, embedding ABA strategies to strengthen communication, social, and adaptive living skills.
  • Collected and analyzed daily behavior and skill acquisition data, ensuring accurate progress tracking and supporting data-driven clinical decisions by BCBAs.
  • Applied crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to maintain safe, supportive learning environments during challenging behaviors.
  • Collaborated with BCBAs, supervisors, and families to ensure consistency across therapy, school, and home, reinforcing skill generalization and long-term progress.

Education

High School Diploma -

Salinas High School
Salinas, CA
05-2021

Skills

  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) & Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Implementation
  • Crisis Prevention, De-escalation, & Intervention Strategies
  • Data collection, progress monitoring, and outcome reporting
  • Instructional Support & Classroom Behavior Management
  • Student Engagement & Individualized Learning Strategies
  • Emotional Regulation Coaching & Social-Emotional Support
  • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration (Educators, Clinicians, Families)
  • Eating Disorder & Residential Treatment Support (Alsana)
  • Professional Communication, Rapport Building & Trust Development

Certification

  • CPR certified
  • Registered Behavioral Technician
  • ServSafe
  • CPI trained

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Amergis
02.2025 - Current

Direct Care Specialist

Alsana Eating Disorder Treatment Center
01.2025 - Current

Registered Behavior Technician

Breakthrough Behavior
05.2023 - 10.2024

High School Diploma -

Salinas High School

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