Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Genea Cox

Leander,TX

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

RBT

BI Innovations
Round Rock, TX
05.2024 - Current
  • Provided 1, 1 intervention for clients with autism spectrum disorder, following the specific guidelines of their individualized behavior plans.
  • Monitored and documented client progress using data collection systems such as ABC charts, frequency counts, and latency measures.
  • Assisted in developing positive behavior support plans to promote desired behaviors and decrease problem behaviors.
  • Implemented interventions outlined in behavior plans with precision and accuracy.
  • Collaborated with other professionals including BCBAs, teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists to ensure best practices are being implemented for each client.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and plan further interventions when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of data collected during sessions and wrote detailed reports regarding client's progress.
  • Performed functional assessments to determine the function of challenging behaviors exhibited by clients.
  • Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or visual cues as needed to facilitate learning opportunities for clients.
  • Implemented reinforcement strategies such as token economy systems or point systems to increase desirable behaviors while decreasing undesirable ones.
  • Developed creative activities that engage clients while teaching them new skills or reinforcing existing ones.
  • Observed clients throughout sessions to identify potential triggers of problem behaviors or areas needing improvement.
  • Utilized a variety of positive reinforcement techniques such as praise, rewards, tangible items, activity privileges, to reinforce appropriate behavior.
  • Adapted treatment plans according to the changing needs of each individual client.
  • Ensured safety of all individuals involved in the treatment process by implementing safety protocols.
  • Communicated effectively with families about their child's progress in therapy sessions.
  • Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
  • Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.

RBT

Autism Response Team
Tyler, TX
06.2022 - 05.2024
  • All same tasks and duties as current job!
  • Implemented interventions outlined in behavior plans with precision and accuracy.
  • Monitored and documented client progress using data collection systems such as ABC charts, frequency counts, and latency measures.
  • Assisted in developing positive behavior support plans to promote desired behaviors and decrease problem behaviors.
  • Collaborated with other professionals including BCBAs, teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists to ensure best practices are being implemented for each client.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and plan further interventions when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of data collected during sessions and wrote detailed reports regarding client's progress.
  • Performed functional assessments to determine the function of challenging behaviors exhibited by clients.
  • Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or visual cues as needed to facilitate learning opportunities for clients.
  • Implemented reinforcement strategies such as token economy systems or point systems to increase desirable behaviors while decreasing undesirable ones.
  • Developed creative activities that engage clients while teaching them new skills or reinforcing existing ones.
  • Observed clients throughout sessions to identify potential triggers of problem behaviors or areas needing improvement.
  • Utilized a variety of positive reinforcement techniques such as praise, rewards, tangible items, activity privileges, to reinforce appropriate behavior.
  • Adapted treatment plans according to the changing needs of each individual client.
  • Ensured safety of all individuals involved in the treatment process by implementing safety protocols.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Union Grove High School
Union Grove, TX
11.2021 - 05.2024
  • Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
  • Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
  • Developed lesson plans for small groups or individual students that focused on academic, behavioral, and social goals established in IEPs.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
  • Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
  • Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, field trips., ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Participated in meetings with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, outside agencies regarding student's progress.
  • Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
  • Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.

CO-PK Teacher

Sandrock Elementary
Craig , CO
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
  • Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.

Education

Associate of Arts - Education/Psychology

Aims Community College
Greeley, CO
05-2021

Skills

  • Data Collection
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Error Correction
  • Vocational skills
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Peer interaction
  • Toilet training
  • Transition planning
  • Social Skills Development
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Patient Counseling
  • Behavior Observation
  • Safety Procedures
  • HIPAA Requirements
  • Rapport Building
  • Crisis Management
  • Active Listening
  • Professionalism
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
  • Excellent Communication
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Clinical Documentation
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Self Motivation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time management abilities
  • Problem-Solving
  • Encouragement and Motivation
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Assistance
  • Professional Demeanor

Affiliations

  • Fishing and camping with family
  • Activities with my kids
  • A good movie on a lazy day

Accomplishments

  • Worked my way up to Leadership role as a Trainer of new hires and A Lead over Clients.
  • Raised 3 boys while working and going to school to better myself and them. While taking in 3 teenage boys along the way to help them get on track through school and moved on in life.

Timeline

RBT

BI Innovations
05.2024 - Current

RBT

Autism Response Team
06.2022 - 05.2024

Special Education Paraprofessional

Union Grove High School
11.2021 - 05.2024

CO-PK Teacher

Sandrock Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2018

Associate of Arts - Education/Psychology

Aims Community College
Genea Cox