Dynamic Program Support Instructor both school based and clinical, with extensive experience at Green Mountain Behavioral Consulting, specializing in applied behavior analysis, staff support and training. Proven ability to implement innovative intervention plans daily, manage multiple crisis situations while fostering effective communication among diverse teams. Organized and focused professional willing to go extra mile to help students both inside and outside classroom. In-depth knowledge of relevant technology to support instruction and provide feedback, as well as accepting feedback from overseeing director and BCBA's. Reliable and dedicated with excellent interpersonal skills. Expert in various subjects and multiple teaching methods.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Support Instructor /Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Green Mountain Behavioral Consulting
Bennington
08.2021 - Current
Implementing and training Handle With Care as a Certified Handle With Care instructor to all new employees as well as prior employees.
Developing and conducting staff team meetings multiple times a year to all southern Vermont school based behavior technician and BCBA staff.
Trained in Skill Based Treatment, FTF behavior consulting. Full training completed.
Working and implementing ABA with a large variety of adolescents diagnosed with autism as well as trauma-based clientele.
Provide supervision and support at least two days a week in the absence of the BCBA/Director.
Managing all call outs for school based clientele and staff.
Working under a BCBA in a clinical setting, as well as in a school-based environment.
Modeling/providing support to staff and clients
Model new programs for staff based on discussion with the BCABA.
Interface with stakeholders, & conduct tours for new referrals.
Trained to conduct fidelity checks on staff performance as directed by the BCBA.
Assist BcABA's and BCBA in the overall training of new staff, via utilization of Behavior Skills Training
Provide Interobserver Agreement (IOA) checks and feedback to Behavior Instructor or BCBA
Initial assessments for insurance authorizations as well as completion of Medicaid forms per school-based client. This also includes the submission of forms to state and billing.
Conduct indirect and direct assessments utilizing approved insurance- based assessments such as the VB-MAPP, PEAK, & ESDM.
Create and implement applied behavior analysis intervention plans and programs focused on skill acquisition (social skills, play skills, adaptive and communication skills) as well as behavior management strategies.