Gabrielle Santos
Orlando,Florida
Summary
Professional Registered Behavior Technician and BCBA Intern with proven success at Florida Autism Center, enhancing client behavior through individualized ABA treatment plans and effective data collection. Skilled in behavior modification techniques and fostering strong relationships with families, leading to improved treatment outcomes. Experienced in training staff and implementing positive reinforcement systems to reduce interfering behaviors. Experienced with developing and implementing behavior intervention plans. Utilizes data-driven strategies to promote positive behavior changes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Florida Autism Center
02.2021 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and self-management strategies.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA treatment plans and tracking individual progress.
- Prevented and de-escalated instances of interfering behaviors using antecedent interventions and behavior reduction procedures while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored, and recorded interfering behaviors through accurate ABC data collection and within their respective data collection method (i.e. rate, duration, etc.)
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Used the data collection platform CentralReach to review and document client information, session notes, and treatment plans.
Intern
Florida Autism Center
06.2022 - 03.2025
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles using BST, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
- Reduced interfering behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Provided supervision and feedback to fellow registered behavior technicians, ensuring high-quality services for clients.
- Led family guidance sessions, have participated in initial assessments, and have written objective supervision notes.
- Conducted skill assessments (i.e., VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R) to assess current skill deficits to design tailored intervention plans.
- Supported a 3-5 client caseload and have independently written initial assessments and treatment plan updates to be sent to insurance.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2024
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavior/Treatment intervention plans
- Discrete trial training
- Behavior modification techniques
- Parent and caregiver training
- Treatment implementation
- Data collection and analysis
- Performance feedback and supervision
- Behavioral skills training
- Encouragement, motivation, and support
Timeline
Intern
Florida Autism Center
06.2022 - 03.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
Florida Autism Center
02.2021 - Current
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
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