Ifechi Ochi
San Diego,CA
Summary
- Service-focused ABA Therapist devoted to help clients improve behaviors and better meet treatment goals.
- . Addressed specific client needs based on individual treatment plan and collected data on treatment goals. Successfully reduced problem behaviors and increased functional replacement behaviors.
- Committed to enhancing autonomy and quality of life among individuals and families thorough proven treatment methods.
- Skilled in implementing protocols to help individuals acquire skills and adopt reduction strategies for maladaptive behaviors.
- Focused on giving comprehensive support involving parents and caregivers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Therapist
San Diego ABA
02.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Collected data on clients’ behavior to track the effectiveness of behavioral plans
- Analyzed client data and trends via Central Reach to determine client progress
- Assisted and trained staff on effective behavior analysis strategies
- Created materials for group sessions
- Created curriculum and activities for clients based on age group
- Supervised Behavior technicians and intervened during challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with BCBA to coordinate comprehensive behavior plans/goals for clients.
- Facilitated group sessions to support and encourage client growth.
Behavior therapist
Maxim Health
10.2022 - Current
- Implemented behavioral plans for children with special needs in a classroom setting
- Assisted teachers with students' academic needs
- Collected data on clients’ behavior to track the effectiveness of behavioral plans
Project Management Intern
For Health Scholars
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with the recruitment, screening, and review of the For Health Scholars course members' enrollment, resumes, and supporting documents
- Supported the team in drafting blogs, email newsletters, podcasts, and YouTube content
- Presented data-driven recommendations to the management team
- Prepared monthly/quarterly financial analysis packets for management
- Researched Grad-level health administration programs from different countries and organized findings in Excel sheet
- Organized organization’s podcasts on Excel sheet.
- Tracked project performance to analyze successful completion of short- and long-term goals.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Administrative Practicum/ Internship
San Diego ABA
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted with client and employee scheduling
- Confirmed client session appointments
- Conducted internal research about effective management strategies
- Developed a research proposal about reducing turnover rates to board of directors by using SMART (specific, measurable, relevant, and time-based)goals
- Trained and assisted behavior therapists with client intervention strategies
- Created job postings and outreach to recruit new employees to the company.
- Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve patient access, satisfaction and care quality.
- Conducted research on ways to de stigmatize autism
- Conducted research on ways to promote inclusivity and diversity in the workplace
- Completed projects and submitted research proposals to propel personal learning ambitions.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Developed and distributed health education materials to increase awareness and understanding.
- Built partnerships with community organizations to expand reach and impact.
- Created health education materials to promote health awareness and preventive health practices.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Cortica- behavior therapist / Administrative assistant
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Implemented behavioral plans for children with special needs under BCBA Supervision & Support
- Assisted teachers with students' academic needs in a school setting
- Collected data on clients’ behavior to track the effectiveness of behavioral plans
- Organized and compartmentalized client information
- Assisted Behavior Analysts with client files and materials
Lead Behavior Interventionist
ACES
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Implemented behavioral plans for Autistic children in clinic and home settings
- Collected data on clients’ behavior to track the effectiveness of behavioral plans
- Facilitated group sessions
- Created session materials for clients
- Responded to inquiries regarding client services, policies, and procedures
- Assisted Behavior Analysts with client files and materials
Lead Direct Support professional
Merakey
11.2020 - 02.2022
- RBT
- Assisted intellectually disabled clients with activities of daily living in a home health setting
- Ensured all staff were present and stated the duties of each team throughout the shift
- Wrote client and staff reports
- Assisted BCBA with client plans
- Reported to BCBA about client behavioral changes/progress
- Implemented medication management protocol
Anthropology Research Assistant
UCLA Medical
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Transcribed and analyzed interviews of Medical Anthropology Professor Erica Fletcher conducted at a Mental Health facility
- Concluded patients’ life experiences and contributed my findings to the ethnography that aimed to elucidate the facility’s organizational dynamics
- Below is the article of the published findings: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/15332985.2019.1579157
Education
BCBA Certificate Program (2023 -
Florida Institute of Technology
Masters - Healthcare Administration
Fairfield University
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UCLA
2019
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Electronic Charting
- Behavioral implementations
- Administrative planning
Timeline
Administrative Practicum/ Internship
San Diego ABA
05.2023 - 07.2023
Behavior Therapist
San Diego ABA
02.2023 - Current
Behavior therapist
Maxim Health
10.2022 - Current
Project Management Intern
For Health Scholars
05.2022 - 08.2023
Cortica- behavior therapist / Administrative assistant
06.2021 - 09.2022
Lead Direct Support professional
Merakey
11.2020 - 02.2022
Lead Behavior Interventionist
ACES
06.2020 - 06.2022
Anthropology Research Assistant
UCLA Medical
04.2018 - 08.2018
BCBA Certificate Program (2023 -
Florida Institute of Technology
Masters - Healthcare Administration
Fairfield University
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UCLA