GABRIELA CACERES
East Elmhurst,NY
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in behavior therapy and history of implementing effective intervention plans. Proven track record of positively impacting client progress and well-being. Demonstrated expertise in behavioral assessment and individualized treatment plans.
Compassionate Behavior Therapist with [Number] years of experience fostering positive behavior and minimizing negative habits in clients. Certified [Area of certification] professional familiar with behavioral therapeutic techniques, psychiatric disorders and social and physical development milestones. Possess excellent organizational, communication and record-keeping abilities using proactive and kind-hearted approach.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Therapist/Assistant Teacher
Academy for Young Minds School(Powered by Gersh)
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Implemented different behavior programs while being directly supervised and evaluated by a BCBA-D
- Utilized DTT, NET, FCT, DRO, DRA, NCR, and extinction procedures to modify students’ behavior and teach replacement behaviors
- Implemented different reinforcement procedures & communicated with parents daily about their child’s progress via a communication log
- Graphed and analyzed behavior data daily, made changes accordingly
- Created intervention programs for each domain (ADL, Academics, Communication skills (Receptive and Expressive), and Play Skills)
- Created task analysis for handwashing and other ADL skills
- Conducted toilet training and tracked students’ progress through data collection
- Conducted feeding therapy programs using a shaping procedure to expand students’ food repertoires
- Collected indirect (parental and caregiver interviews) and direct observation data (ABC data collection)
- Conducted a VB-MAPP observation to create manding, tacting, intraverbal and listener responding programs according to VBMAPP results
- Utilized MEI (Multiple Exemplar Training) to teach listener and speaker behavior and to transfer stimulus control across functions
- Utilized Story Champs to teach students how to read and comprehend literature
- Utilized error correction and errorless teaching - prompt fading procedures to teach socially significant skills
- Taught students and other staff members how to use their AAC device to communicate using errorless teaching
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments
12.2020 - 11.2022
- Provided in home therapy with direct supervision by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Implemented treatment plans to increase behavior and reduce problem behavior
- Utilized play therapy to engage with client and to teach basic life skills
- Utilized a token economy to provide positive reinforcement
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment
- Recorded client information on a data collection software indicating the occurrence of maladaptive target behavior
ABA instructor
SIBS Club at Queens College, CUNY.
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Implemented different behavior programs created by a master student while being directly supervised and evaluated by professors, Master’s students and BCBA’s
- Established rapport with child and child’s parents before starting therapy
- Implemented positive reinforcement & communicated with parents about child’s progress
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Hunter College, City University of New York
New York, NY05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Queens College, City University of New York
08.2020
Associate in Arts - Social Sciences and Humanities
LaGuardia Community College, Long Island City, NY
Long Island City, NY05.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Long Island City High School, Long Island City, NY
Long Island City, NY06.2013
Skills
- Adaptable and ambitious individual with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook) and Google Docs
- Bilingual - Fluent in English and Spanish
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team in the development of behavior intervention programs and prosocial behavior plans.
Certification
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certified
- Assistant Teacher Certification Level 1
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Behavior Therapist/Assistant Teacher
Academy for Young Minds School(Powered by Gersh)
07.2023 - 01.2025
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments
12.2020 - 11.2022
ABA instructor
SIBS Club at Queens College, CUNY.
09.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Queens College, City University of New York
Associate in Arts - Social Sciences and Humanities
LaGuardia Community College, Long Island City, NY
High School Diploma - undefined
Long Island City High School, Long Island City, NY
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certified
- Assistant Teacher Certification Level 1
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Hunter College, City University of New York
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