Diana Valenzuela
8245 N 27th Avenue, #1207 Phoenix,AZ
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 1 Supervisor
ACES Autism
Peoria, Arizona
07.2024 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based practices to increase adaptive functioning in individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Provided individualized instruction to clients using Applied Behavioral Analysis techniques.
Registered Behavior Technician
AdAstra Behavior Analytic Services
4801 Lang Ave NE Ste 110 #600, Albuquerque, NM, 87109
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Met clients' goals for acquiring new behavioral skills and reducing negative behaviors according to established protocols.
- Completed client assessments and collected data to inform treatment planning.
- Achieved objectives with combination of trauma-informed care and appropriate interventions.
- Compiled, documented and summarized data on observable client behaviors.
- Delivered direct care to clients one-on-one and in group settings using ABA principles.
- Protected client confidentiality with stringent adherence to HIPAA requirements.
Clinical Supervisor Intern
Prism Autism Services Inc.
1201 Parkway Drive Santa Fe, NM, 87507
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Participated in ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in field of applied behavior analysis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and teachers, to ensure consistency in interventions across settings.
- Facilitated social skills groups for children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities.
- Monitored client progress through data collection and analysis.
- Adjusted intervention strategies as needed to promote success and generalization.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, treatment goals, and session notes.
- Supervised registered behavior technicians, RBTs, during direct therapy sessions with clients.
- Implemented crisis prevention strategies when working with high-risk clients.
Level 2 BCaBA Intern
Prism Autism Services Inc.
1201 Parkway Drive Santa Fe, NM 87507
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Deployed both antecedent and consequence strategies with clients.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.
- Monitored effectiveness of treatment interventions by conducting periodic progress reviews.
- Trained parents and caregivers in ABA principles and techniques for generalization of skills at home.
- Contributed knowledge and abilities toward success of parent team meetings, therapist meetings and client assessments.
- Helped patients develop self-help skills for daily living.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers of maladaptive behaviors.
Level 1 BCaBA Intern
Prism Autism Services Inc.
475 Courthouse Road Los Lunas, NM, 87031
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Deployed both antecedent and consequence strategies with clients.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.
- Monitored effectiveness of treatment interventions by conducting periodic progress reviews.
- Trained parents and caregivers in ABA principles and techniques for generalization of skills at home.
- Contributed knowledge and abilities toward success of parent team meetings, therapist meetings and client assessments.
- Helped patients develop self-help skills for daily living.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers of maladaptive behaviors.
Registered Behavior Technician
Prism Autism Services Inc.
475 Courthouse Road Los Lunas, NM, 87031
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Met clients' goals for acquiring new behavioral skills and reducing negative behaviors according to established protocols.
- Completed client assessments and collected data to inform treatment planning.
- Achieved objectives with combination of trauma-informed care and appropriate interventions.
- Compiled, documented and summarized data on observable client behaviors.
- Delivered direct care to clients one-on-one and in group settings using ABA principles.
- Protected client confidentiality with stringent adherence to HIPAA requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Autism Studies & Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin College
101 E Frederick St, Staunton, VA 2440105-2023
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Gap in Employment
Family Leave & Bereavment 08/2023-12/2023
Professional References
Briahna Easton, MS, BCBA, (303)854-7446 1096 Sunshine Way, Santa Fe, NM 87507
briahnaeaston@gmail.com
Lucero Valenzuela, MS, BCBA, LBA, (480)612-4912 10535 W Chickasaw St, Tolleson, AZ 85353
lucero.valenzuela@centriahealthcare.com
Whitney Jaramillo, MA, BCBA, (505)319-0835 475 Courthouse Rd, Los Lunas, NM 87031
whitney@prismincnm.com
Timeline
Level 1 Supervisor
ACES Autism
07.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
AdAstra Behavior Analytic Services
01.2024 - 07.2024
Clinical Supervisor Intern
Prism Autism Services Inc.
02.2023 - 07.2023
Level 2 BCaBA Intern
Prism Autism Services Inc.
06.2021 - 02.2023
Level 1 BCaBA Intern
Prism Autism Services Inc.
01.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Prism Autism Services Inc.
08.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Autism Studies & Applied Behavior Analysis
Mary Baldwin College