Jessica Oswald
Upland,CA
Summary
Compassionate Lead Registered Behavior Technician with experience implementing behavior plans for individuals with autism and related disorders. Skilled in training staff on behavior strategies and maintaining accurate session documentation. Strong communicator who builds positive relationships with clients and families. Dedicated to supporting client progress by delivering therapy tailored to each individual’s learning style. Patient and empathetic, creating a positive therapeutic environment while maintaining client dignity and upholding ethical standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
ABS Kids
Rancho Cucamonga, California
05.2024 - Current
- Trained staff in Applied Behavior Analysis strategies, enhancing their effectiveness in supporting client needs.
- Monitored client progress and documented session data accurately.
- Engaged parents and caregivers throughout treatment process by providing ongoing feedback about progress being made towards goals set forth in treatment plan.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted clients with communication challenges through the use of visual supports or augmentative devices.
- Tracked data on client behaviors using a variety of methods including but not limited to ABC charts, frequency counts, duration recording, interval recording.
Facility Intake Representative
Entech Medical
La Verne, CA
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Managed high volume calls efficiently
- Experience in working with nurses at Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Coordinated with home patient and billing departments to streamline intake processes
Citrus Valley Health Partners
Covina, CA
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Helped with many recreational activities
- Helped set up Pre-Health Conferences
- Helped organize Annual Banquet
- Helped raise money with many food booths
Undergraduate Research
Neuroscience Research-Dr. Glenn Kageyama
Pomona, CA
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Collaborated with research team to support projects, facilitating knowledge sharing and experimental progress.
- Analyzed Neuroscience articles to extract key insights that contributed to ongoing research discussions.
- Utilized a 3D microscope for detailed observations of specimens, enhancing the understanding of structural characteristics.
Student Intern
MD-Family Practice, Dr. George M Dualan
Covina
01.2009 - 06.2011
- Engaged with patients to provide support and assistance in healthcare environment
- Observed nurse facilitate patient vitals assessment to understand monitoring techniques
- Watched nurse perform lab work to learn about diagnostic procedures
- Shadowed doctor and nurse to gain insights into patient care processes
Youth Leader
Vacation Bible School
Covina, CA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Facilitated engaging educational activities for children, enhancing their learning experience
- Led youth programs and activities
- Guided children in arts and crafts projects, fostering creativity and self-expression
- Organized games and religious activities for children, promoting teamwork and community values
Education
Associate of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
National University
La Jolla, CA06.2025
B.S. - Biology
California State Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA01.2018
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA01.2013
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in Powerpoint
- Proficient in Word Perfect
- Proficient in Photoshop CS3
- Good work ethic
- Organized
- Punctual
- Hardworking
- Reliable
- Honesty
- Willing to learn
Timeline
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
ABS Kids
05.2024 - Current
Facility Intake Representative
Entech Medical
08.2013 - 12.2014
Citrus Valley Health Partners
07.2012 - 06.2013
Undergraduate Research
Neuroscience Research-Dr. Glenn Kageyama
03.2012 - 06.2012
Student Intern
MD-Family Practice, Dr. George M Dualan
01.2009 - 06.2011
Youth Leader
Vacation Bible School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Associate of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
National University
B.S. - Biology
California State Polytechnic University
Mt. San Antonio College