Jennifer Gough
Summary
Dedicated Senior Behavior Technician with three years of experience implementing effective behavioral programs to help clients with socialization skills, including PRT, PECS, ABA and DTT programs. Patient and authentic professional with expertise in creating and altering behavioral plans, facilitating individual and group instruction and collaborating with community-based resources. Committed to providing evidence-based, quality therapy for clients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Behavior Therapist
Northway Academy
10.2021 - Current
- Continually updated professional knowledge through workshops and conferences, ensuring the application of evidence-based practices in therapy sessions.
- Supervised clinicians-in-training such as interns and new counselors.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Stayed current on mental health research to follow new developments and research in mental health field.
- Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes, and test results and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' problems.
- Promoted generalization of skills across various settings by collaborating with school staff and community members involved in the client''s life.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
Behavior Technician
Helena Autism Center
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss client progress and behavior plans.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
Behavior Technician
Caravel Autism Center
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
DSP
Ultimate Sustainability
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Nursing Assistant
New Perspective Senior Living
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Caregiver
The Lutheran Home Association
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Treatment Assistant
Five Star Recovery Center
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Actively participated in team meetings, sharing insights on patient progress and collaborating on adjustments to treatment plans when necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for individual clients.
Recovery Advocate
Wayside Recovery Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by carefully monitoring and documenting treatment progress.
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment by maintaining clean and organized treatment spaces.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing emotional distress during the recovery process.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through consistent empathy and understanding during challenging moments.
- Managed appointments and scheduling, ensuring efficient use of therapists'' time and resources.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Herzing University
Minneapolis, MN08.2026
High School Diploma -
Chariho High School
Wood River Junction, RI06.2012
Skills
- Family therapy
- Reinforcement Procedures
- Cognitive behavior therapy
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Behavior Modification
- Goal Setting
- Crisis Intervention
- Developmental delays experience
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Social skill development
- Individualized Treatment Planning
- Data Collection
Timeline
Senior Behavior Therapist
Northway Academy
10.2021 - Current
Behavior Technician
Helena Autism Center
06.2021 - 10.2021
Behavior Technician
Caravel Autism Center
03.2021 - 06.2021
DSP
Ultimate Sustainability
05.2020 - 03.2021
Caregiver
The Lutheran Home Association
01.2020 - 05.2020
Treatment Assistant
Five Star Recovery Center
03.2019 - 12.2019
Nursing Assistant
New Perspective Senior Living
01.2019 - 06.2020
Recovery Advocate
Wayside Recovery Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Herzing University
High School Diploma -
Chariho High School
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