Gabrielle A. Washington
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Highly trained Registered Behavior Therapist with compassion and perseverance. Effective clinical abilities in mental, developmental delays and behavior to assist families with individuals that have a diagnosed need for behavioral therapy. Assist in developing goals, plans, and coping mechanisms for life changes. Assessing family and clients needs advocating and obtaining a variety of resources and services to support their needs.
Overview
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1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
AB Solutions
01.2022 - Current
- Interview families to identify and evaluate their special needs, situational stressors and determine services for appropriate assistance. Support military personal families and civilian families in relation to behavioral therapy. Provide direct in-home and community based services to families with individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities. Create intervention plans, conduct preference assessments and skill building activities. Collect data and maintain clients records in accordance with the specified behavior intervention plan and skill acquisition goals as defined per client maintaining confidentiality. Advocate and obtain other appropriate referral services and resources available. Interact with external resources such as schools or the community to determine the services and assistance needed in developing behavior goals and plans.
Co Teacher Sped
IDEA Public Schools
San Antonio, TX
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers
- Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress
- Provide support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
- Work with other professionals, such as speech therapist, social worker, occupational and physical therapists
- Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records
- Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills
- Assistance of daily living may include feeding, lifting and/or toileting in the Life Skills Unit
- At some campuses, school bus riding to accompany students may be needed before or after school
Virtual RBT
Center For Social Dynamics
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Implemented individualized treatment plans based on assessment data to enhance client progress and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and refine behavioral strategies for diverse client needs.
- Monitored client behavior to collect data, ensuring accurate documentation of progress toward therapeutic goals.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in behavior analysis and intervention techniques.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate effectiveness of interventions, adjusting strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Developed engaging activities that promote skill acquisition and generalization across various environments for clients.
- Advocated for clients' needs within the organization, ensuring access to appropriate resources and services tailored to individual requirements.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
RBT
Pro Care Therapies
San Antonio, TX
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Deliver one-on-one and small group Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions for students in the sub-separate program
- Collaborate with special education teachers, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), and other professionals to support individualized learning goals
- Record data accurately and maintain organized progress notes
- Assist with skill acquisition and behavior reduction plans as outlined in the students care plan
- Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive educational environment for all learners
Registered Behavior Technician
Autism Therapy Group
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported families with a family member who present with a wide range of physical, developmental, emotional, intellectual challenges and limitations. Educated parents on reinforcement and early intervention information. Implemented increased verbal communication and improve social and life skills. Reduced unsuitable behaviors by introducing visuals and verbal queues. Increased the frequency or duration of safe, appropriate replacement behaviors and how to de-escalate problem behavior. Followed and implemented the behavior plans by BCBA (Board Certified Behavioral Analyst) to achieve the behavior goals.
Registered Behavior Technician
ABA and Behavioral Services
San Antonio, TX
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Supported families with a family member who present with a wide range of physical, developmental, emotional, intellectual challenges and limitations. Educated parents on reinforcement and early intervention information. Implemented increased verbal communication and improve social and life skills. Reduced unsuitable behaviors by introducing visuals and verbal queues. Increased the frequency or duration of safe, appropriate replacement behaviors and how to de-escalate problem behavior. Followed and implemented the behavior plans by BCBA (Board Certified Behavioral Analyst) to achieve the behavior goals.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Brooks Academy
San Antonio, TX
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted in the supervision of students. General assistance functions designed to fulfill the instructional, social and behavioral goals and objectives planned by the teacher. Maintained confidentiality. Assisted teacher with clerical work and working with students with accommodations. Graded papers facilitated social studies and science interventions. Increased 5th graders with IEPs (Individual Education Plan) grade point average by 35%. Successfully introduced ABA reward system into the classroom to reduce inappropriate behavioral occurrences.
Teacher Assistant
Autism Treatment Center
San Antonio, TX
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Collected educational and behavioral data on a day-by-day basis. Exhibited flexibility and patience and maintained a cheerful outlook working in an autism treatment center. Directed the support staff to follow the behavior intervention plan and complete required documentation in a timely manner. Effectively communicated with BCBA, social worker, and psychiatrist on collecting data on all behaviors as well as followed basic principles of applied behavior analysis. Recognized as employee of the month, June 2019.
Behavioral Assistant
Greater Counseling Service of New Jersey
Palmyra, NJ
06.2018 - 02.2019
- In Home and Community Behavior assistant implementing behavior interventions and behavior management provided by therapist for children, adolescents and young adults. Services were based on individualized treatment plans including individual therapy, play therapy, and applied behavioral analysis therapy. Document all activities according to GNCC reporting system and communicated effectively with the supervisor. The provider was train on crisis intervention, de-escalating and mental health. Accurately complete time logs and written progress reports maintaining confidentiality. Provided support counseling and psychoeducation to individuals and families. Trained parents on improving behavior by teaching various techniques such as reward systems, de-escalation techniques and coping strategies. Accomplished decreasing the number of behavioral mishaps to the point that therapy was no longer needed. Attend daily supervision and trainings and monthly staff meeting to provide the best services for my families. Always created a safe, comfortable and professional work environment.
Direct Support Staff
Autism Society of North Carolina
Raleigh, NC
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Provided one-on-one services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder with ages ranging from 5 years old through adulthood. Effectively helped them with various life-skills such as but limited to cooking, shopping and banking. Improved communication skills and the use of technology. Assisted children with developmental delays, as well as adults with communication under the guidance of the Speech Therapist. Reviewed the participant’s progress on an ongoing basis to keep goals and strategies appropriate for the participant’s level of ability and provided support. Learned the clients need and goals and collaborated with families. CPR and first aid trained and performed blood pathogens course, preventive strategies course, and physical intervention training.
Teacher Assistant
Wake County Public Schools System, Cedarfork Elementary School
Morrisville, NC
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Setup lesson plan materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations. Collaborated with teachers to schedule interventions groups for student that needed assistance in reading, math and other subjects. Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities for 1st graders. Participated in professional development day for instructional assistant while gaining skills and knowledge on how to deal with behaviors and classroom management. Filled in when teachers had IEP or were absent and followed their lesson plans. Conducted individual reading sessions that improved student’s reading level by 50 percent. Implemented and facilitated a 3rd grade reading intervention.
Stock Supervisor
Kohl’s
Knightdale, NC
08.2008 - 11.2016
- Processed daily online orders and managed inventory in the stock room. Reorganized the stockroom by implementing the barcode system which reduces the amount of audits, time and effort for restocking. Improved purchases in the children's department by reorganizing the floorplan. Provided excellent customer service by guiding them to the department or item they were inquiring about. The customers that called in for assistance, I ensured that they were helped by routing their call to the right department and used the paging system if the department did not answer the phone. Assisted in closing the registers and store. Top seller of Kohl’s charge card during November 2008. Recognized as employee of the month multiple times. Volunteered in Kohl’s Cares program at local schools and community events.
Education
Candidate of Master of Education (M.Ed) - Early Childhood Education PreK-4/Special Education Dual Certification Program
Lincoln University
Lincoln University, PA01.2018
Bachelors in Liberal Studies - Education, Psychology
William Peace University
Raleigh, NC01.2015
Skills
Leveraged expertise in social and behavioral science theories to enhance client support initiatives
Facilitated effective communication across teams and stakeholders to drive project success
Fostered a dependable and creative environment focused on helping others achieve their goals
Applied analytical and critical thinking skills to identify solutions and improve processes
Embodied patience and perseverance in challenging situations to drive positive outcomes
Managed independent projects with a focus on quality and timely delivery
Developed strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and trust with clients and colleagues
Directed crisis intervention efforts to ensure immediate support for those in need
Prioritized multiple projects effectively while employing strong problem-solving strategies
Oversaw behavioral health initiatives and behavior modification programs to improve client well-being
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Certification # RBT19-108908
Timeline
Co Teacher Sped
IDEA Public Schools
03.2025 - 01.2026
Virtual RBT
Center For Social Dynamics
02.2025 - 11.2025
RBT
Pro Care Therapies
01.2024 - 06.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
AB Solutions
01.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Autism Therapy Group
06.2020 - 01.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
ABA and Behavioral Services
11.2019 - 06.2021
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Brooks Academy
09.2019 - 09.2020
Teacher Assistant
Autism Treatment Center
02.2019 - 09.2019
Behavioral Assistant
Greater Counseling Service of New Jersey
06.2018 - 02.2019
Direct Support Staff
Autism Society of North Carolina
03.2017 - 04.2018
Teacher Assistant
Wake County Public Schools System, Cedarfork Elementary School
08.2016 - 04.2018
Stock Supervisor
Kohl’s
08.2008 - 11.2016
Bachelors in Liberal Studies - Education, Psychology
William Peace University
Candidate of Master of Education (M.Ed) - Early Childhood Education PreK-4/Special Education Dual Certification Program
Lincoln University