Devon Walker
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Passionate worker with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments.
Knowledgeable Behavior Technician with over 8 years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Dedicated with experience using positive and negative reinforcement strategies to improve behaviors. Expert at implementing behavior treatment plans and intervention techniques. Talented relationship-builder with excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital
Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored patients' mental and physical health conditions daily.
- Assisted in implementing treatment plans under supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Documented patient behaviors and progress in electronic health records.
- Responded to patient crises with de-escalation techniques and support strategies.
Registered Behavior Technician
Bluebird ABA LLC
Philadelphia, PA
05.2022 - Current
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
Mental Health Technician
Eagleville Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
Behavior Technician
ATA INC
Philadelphia, PA
01.2014 - 03.2022
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills such as dressing, toileting, eating independently .
Registered Behavior Technician
Foundations for Growing
Philadelphia, PA
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with students.
Camp Counselor
COLUMBIA NORTH YMCA
Philadelphia, PA
06.2016 - 10.2018
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents, and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
Mental Health Technician
Devereux
King Of Prussia, PA
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Watch, analyze, and monitor mentally unstable children in the mental hospital setting
- Record data on the clients daily.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
Education
General Studies, Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Criminal Justice -
University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES)
Skills
- Hardworking
- Effective Listening
- Reliable
- Takes Initiative
- Strong Interpersonal communication
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Social Skills Development
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Documentation Skills
- Behavior Management
- Client Relationship Development
- Communication
- Goal Attainment
Accomplishments
- Recognized as a good Employee for outstanding performance and team contributions.
- Created highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Eagleville Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Bluebird ABA LLC
05.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Foundations for Growing
03.2020 - 09.2021
Mental Health Technician
Devereux
02.2017 - 03.2018
Camp Counselor
COLUMBIA NORTH YMCA
06.2016 - 10.2018
Behavior Technician
ATA INC
01.2014 - 03.2022
General Studies, Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Criminal Justice -
University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES)