Justice Runkle
Hopeology Wellness
Atlanta,GA
1
Language
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Compassionate professional with hands-on experience in client support within direct care environments. Implements effective behavioral management strategies to promote client progress and safety. Leverages strong communication skills and a solid understanding of psychological concepts to enhance client well-being. Ready to transition into a role that values emotional intelligence and client support capabilities.
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
9 Months- Designed tailored behavior intervention plans aimed at enhancing client engagement and promoting skill development.
- Employed various data collection techniques to evaluate progress and optimize behavioral strategies.
- Engaged with diverse teams to formulate and implement holistic treatment objectives for client care.
- Delivered personalized support to clients, focusing on fostering positive behavior changes and improving social skills.
- Monitored client behaviors to optimize interventions, ensuring responsiveness to individual needs.
- Delivered comprehensive training sessions for parents to support effective implementation of behavioral strategies in home environments.
Masters Level Intern
1 Year- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to improve client outcomes and engagement.
- Assisted in crisis intervention strategies to ensure client safety and well-being.
- Promoted clients'' self-awareness and personal growth through the use of reflective exercises and goal-setting activities.
- Increased client engagement in therapy by building rapport and utilizing active listening techniques during individual counseling sessions.
- Conducted play therapy sessions for child clients, promoting emotional expression and processing through age-appropriate activities.
- Supported clients in addressing substance abuse issues by providing psychoeducation on addiction and facilitating referrals to specialized treatment programs.
- Utilized trauma-informed care principles when working with individuals who have experienced significant adverse life events or stressors.
Registered Behavior Technician
7 Months- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Implemented assigned reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
Direct Support Professional
3 Months- First aid and safety
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Optical Technician
1 Year 5 Months- Aided patients in selection of flattering eyeglass frames appropriate for prescription and style preferences.
- Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
- Contributed to team success with strong collaboration skills, participating in staff meetings and offering support when needed.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, ensuring customer loyalty.
- Set up attractive displays, shared current promotions, and offered excellent customer service to increase satisfaction.
- Measured patients' faces for bridge, eye size, and temple length to select comfortable frames.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development through attendance at weekly staff workshops.
- Contacted patients when eyeglasses or contact lenses arrived in store and assisted with final fitting.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks on completed eyewear orders before dispensing them to patients.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through personalized attention to individual needs during frame selection.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate optical services.
Assistant Behavior Technician
5 Months- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Implemented assigned reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Worked as part of a collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Improved client communication skills using evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health
- Practicum: August 2025
- Internship: January 2026
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
- Honoree of CumLaude
- GPA: 3.77 GPA
Skills
Applied behavior analysis
Behavior intervention
Crisis intervention
Client engagement
Time management
Empathy and patience
Crisis intervention strategies
Accomplishments
Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health
Certified Registered Behavior Technician
Optical Technician
Certification
- RBT Certification
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- Infant/Child CPR/AED Certification
- Discipleship Training School
Languages
Spanish Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Blue Gems ABA
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Masters Level Intern
Hopeology Wellness
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Registered Behavior Technician
Life Skills Autism Academy
04.2025 - 11.2025Read More
Direct Support Professional
New Pathways for Children
12.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Assistant Behavior Technician
Bloom Therapy
02.2024 - 07.2024Read More
Optical Technician
Success Vision Express
05.2023 - 10.2024Read More
Georgia Highlands College
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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Regent University
Master of Science from Clinical Mental Health
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