Felicia Garcia
Ocala,FL
Summary
Dedicated Registered Behavior Technician with expertise in applied behavior analysis, social skills development, and staff training. Committed to enhancing client well-being through individualized treatment plans and collaborative strategies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Practical Behavior Solutions
Dunnellon, FL
04.2024 - 04.2026
- Implemented individual treatment plans based on client assessments and behavioral analysis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop strategies for behavior modification.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral data for evaluation purposes.
- Assisted in training new staff on behavioral interventions and data collection techniques.
Registered Behavior Technician
Step by Step Success
Ocala, FL
01.2004 - 03.2024
- Engaged clients through structured activities to reinforce positive behaviors and skills.
- Adapted therapeutic approaches to meet diverse needs of clients with varying diagnoses.
- Provided feedback to supervisors regarding client behavior trends and treatment effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with ethical guidelines and best practices in applied behavior analysis.
Assistant Manager
Ruby Tuesday
Lady Lake, FL
08.2003 - 02.2012
- Led team in delivering exceptional customer service, enhancing guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency and reduce wait times during peak hours.
- Trained and mentored staff on service standards, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Implemented inventory management procedures, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing waste.
- Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing labor costs while maintaining service quality during busy shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, turning negative experiences into positive outcomes for guests.
- Collaborated with management on promotional strategies, increasing restaurant visibility and attracting new customers.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Respite Care Provider
All About Behavior
Ocala, FL
08.2003 - 07.2007
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with behavioral challenges.
- Collaborated with families to develop personalized care plans and strategies.
- Monitored client progress, documenting observations and adjustments in behavior plans.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to promote social skills and emotional well-being.
- Mentored new staff on effective caregiving techniques and best practices.
- Trained caregivers on crisis intervention techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
- Provided safe environments for patients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, minimizing stress on both patients and their families.
- Collaborated with families and healthcare teams to address patient needs effectively.
- Communicated proactively with primary caregivers regarding any changes in patient status or condition during respite stays.
- Assisted patients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort during all movements.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Improved respite care quality by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, and automobiles.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FLSkills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Social skills development
- Discrete trial training
- Token economy systems
- Reinforcement procedures
- Natural environment training
- Collaboration with professionals
- Reinforcement systems
- Leadership and supervision
- Staff training and development
- Emotional support
- Hygiene maintenance
- Healthcare coordination
- Recreational activities
- Transportation services
- Patient monitoring
- Physical therapy assistance
- Family collaboration
- Meal preparation
- CPR training
- Continuing education
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Care plan development
- Fast learner
- Supportive personality
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Personal care assistance
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Practical Behavior Solutions
04.2024 - 04.2026
Registered Behavior Technician
Step by Step Success
01.2004 - 03.2024
Assistant Manager
Ruby Tuesday
08.2003 - 02.2012
Respite Care Provider
All About Behavior
08.2003 - 07.2007
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
College of Central Florida