Ibironke Saygarn
Glenolden,PA
Summary
Compassionate Behavior Support Specialist with a background in designing and implementing behavior intervention plans for individuals with special needs. Strengths include understanding behavioral patterns, creating individualized support strategies, and advocating for clients' rights. Previous roles involved close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize client outcomes and ensure quality care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Autism behavior support specialist
Elwyn inc
media, USA
10.2022 - Current
- Provide intensive behavioral assessment and treatment services to individuals in accordance with the behavior management plan.
- Apply treatment strategies derived from an applied behavior analysis model by the clinical team.
- Work closely with the clinical team in implementing therapeutic interventions and protocols.
- Collect behavioral data relative to treatment strategies being implemented for individuals.
- Work with clients on daily living skills in a structured, therapeutic environment.
- Design and implement recreational activities.
- Provide a role model for appropriate social skills.
- Provide all appropriate documentation set forth by the clinical team and regulations, including, but not limited to, daily progress notes and data tracking.
- Develop and adhere to each child's individualized behavior management plans.
- Assist and train children in all aspects of self-care in order to ensure the maximal level of independence for that individual (i.e., bathing, toileting, getting dressed, etc.).
- Ensure a safe and clean living environment for individuals.
- Intervene in crisis situations in accordance with established agency protocol.
- Encourage individuals in the constructive use of leisure time.
- Escort individuals to and from medical appointments.
- Attend scheduled staff meetings.
- Attend appropriate in-service training as directed by the supervisor and required by the funder and regulatory bodies.
- Report all problems or concerns to the supervisor or director(s).
- Remain on duty until relieved.
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
BEHAVIOR HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Bluebird ABA
Philadelphia, USA
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Implemented individualized treatment plans based on client assessments.
- Monitored behavioral patterns and documented progress in client records.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for clients during sessions.
- Engaged in ongoing training to stay current with best practices in behavior health.
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Maintained client and employee areas in good working order and with adequate supplies.
- Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation.
CASE MANAGER / CLINICAL ASSOCIATE
Melmark
Berwyn, USA
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Worked closely with family members and treatment teams to implement effective support networks and reinforce positive behaviors
- Offered direct client services in home- or community-based environments and monitored progress against treatment goals
- Observed individuals to effectively anticipate, prevent, or deescalate destructive, aggressive and violent behavior
- Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plan
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties.
- Assisted in creating a safe learning environment by providing guidance to students while modeling appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques when working with clients exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as Applied Behavior Analysis to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
- Assessed and monitored behavior of individuals with behavioral challenges, utilizing appropriate interventions to decrease inappropriate behaviors.
CASE MANAGER
KIDS INTERVENTION INC
Philadelphia, USA
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Creates and maintains materials required for the implementation of the Teaching plans and BSP for assigned client
- Maintains organization of each assigned cases program book e.g case book, communication log, behavioral book
- Enters all behavioral data for clinical and academic targets for all cases, updates graph and cover sheets by due date for review meetings or as assigned by supervisor
- Ensures all individuals clothing material and personal items are treated respectfully and Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions
- Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plan
- Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services
- Responded to crisis situations to deescalate and handle severe mental health and behavioral issues
- Communicated with public social and welfare agencies to obtain and provide information
- Monitored program activities and evaluated quality for improvement recommendations
- Directed patients to designated community agencies or resources
- Prepared client discharge by reviewing and amplifying plans and coordinating discharge and post-discharge requirements
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-2024
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
University of Lagos
Skills
- Active listener
- Team building
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Team management skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Crisis intervention
- Creative thinking
- Planning
- Behavioral analysis
Certification
- CPR
- Safety Care Training
- Mandated Reporter
- 40 Hours Behavior Training Certificate
Accomplishments
Tri Alpha honor society
Timeline
Autism behavior support specialist
Elwyn inc
10.2022 - Current
BEHAVIOR HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Bluebird ABA
01.2022 - 09.2024
CASE MANAGER / CLINICAL ASSOCIATE
Melmark
04.2019 - 08.2022
CASE MANAGER
KIDS INTERVENTION INC
01.2017 - 04.2019
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
University of Lagos