GIOVANNI CORTEZ
Riverview
Summary
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with 3 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for clients with developmental and behavioral disorders. Expertise in behavior reduction, skill acquisition, and implementation of individualized behavior intervention plans. Proven ability to maintain professionalism and HIPAA compliance in high-stress environments while promoting academic and social skills development. Strong background in psychology with a Bachelor of Arts degree and a commitment to applying effective behavior modification strategies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Positive Behavior Supports
01.2024 - Current
- Provide direct ABA services to clients in home and community-based settings, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Collect and record accurate behavioral data to monitor progress toward treatment goals.
- Apply behavior reduction and skill acquisition strategies to promote independence and functional communication.
- Collaborate with BCBAs and caregivers to ensure consistency of interventions and generalization of skills.
- Maintain detailed session documentation while adhering to HIPAA and ethical guidelines.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Surpass Behavioral Health
Tampa
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with developmental and behavioral disorders in school and in clinic settings.
- Collected accurate behavior and skill-acquisition data using frequency, duration, and interval recording methods to support treatment decisions.
- Reduced maladaptive behaviors by reinforcing appropriate replacement behaviors and teaching functional communication skills.
- Collaborated with BCBAs and clinical supervisors to adjust treatment strategies based on data trends and client progress.
- Maintained detailed session notes, progress reports, and incident documentation in compliance with HIPAA and organizational standards.
- Demonstrated professionalism and emotional regulation while managing challenging behaviors and crisis situations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLSkills
- Applied behavior analysis (ABA) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
- Data collection and graphing
- Behavior reduction techniques
- Skill acquisition programs
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Client and family communication
- HIPAA compliance
- CPR certification
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Positive Behavior Supports
01.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Surpass Behavioral Health
08.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida