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Julia Harnish

WESTSPRINGFIELD,MA

Summary

Dedicated education and mental health professional with experience supporting children and adolescents in school environments. Expertise in fostering positive relationships, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing social-emotional development. Committed to promoting student well-being and academic success. Currently pursuing a Master's degree to advance career as a School Adjustment Counselor.

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Westfield Public Schools
2023 - 2025
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Provided direct support during therapy sessions, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for behavior management techniques.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
  • Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
  • Worked as part of a collaborative team to address the changing needs of children and families.
  • Supported clients'' academic success through implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies aligned with their individual learning needs.

Registered Behavior Technician

Butterfly Effects Inc.
2021 - 2023
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans to support behavioral development in clients.
  • Utilized behavior analysis techniques to modify challenging behaviors in various settings.
  • Educated families on behavioral techniques to reinforce skills outside of therapy sessions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment outcomes for compliance purposes.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Enhanced clients' communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
  • Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
  • Assisted in data collection and analysis to monitor client progress effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies.

Paraprofessional

Agawam Public Schools
Agawam, MA
2019 - 2021
  • Collaborated with staff to develop individualized education plans for students.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff regarding student needs.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Organized classroom resources, ensuring materials were accessible and prepared for lessons.

Paraprofessional

Holyoke Public Schools
Holyoke, MA
2017 - 2019
  • Collaborated with staff to develop individualized education plans for students.
  • Supported students with diverse learning needs, fostering an inclusive educational environment.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive student interactions.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Westfield State University
Westfield, MA
2023

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling-SAC

Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA
2028

Skills

  • Behavioral consistency
  • Assessment skills
  • Intervention training
  • Reinforcement strategies
  • Cultural competence
  • Child development expertise
  • Resourcefulness and initiative
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent communication
  • Active listening
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Boundary management
  • Behavior reinforcement
  • Resolution strategies
  • Therapeutic modeling
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Boundary management

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Westfield Public Schools
2023 - 2025

Registered Behavior Technician

Butterfly Effects Inc.
2021 - 2023

Paraprofessional

Agawam Public Schools
2019 - 2021

Paraprofessional

Holyoke Public Schools
2017 - 2019

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling-SAC

Bay Path University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Westfield State University