KAITLIN BUCKELEW
Daytona Beach
Summary
Caring and compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs and encouraging autonomy. Over 3 years of experience implementing behavioral plans and designated interventions for clients and those who are neurodivergent. In-depth knowledge of treatment plans and modification strategies. Skilled relationship-builder with first-rate communication and time management abilities. Committed to promoting development of functional skills and independence. Encouraging socially-significant change and prioritizing the needs and wants of the recipient receiving services. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Behavioral Foundation Centers
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Foundation Centers
05.2020 - Current
- Developed individualized plans to address challenging behaviors
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to inform tailored interventions and strategies.
- Trained clients to apply appropriate social skills and behavior modification techniques.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Assisted clients in generalizing learned skills, resulting in increased independence in daily life activities.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within their broader support networks, ensuring a holistic approach to care provision.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Trained new Registered Behavior Technicians, promoting best practices and adherence to treatment protocols.
Education
Exceptional Student Education with a Comprehension in Applied Behavior Analysis -
University of West Florida
Clinical Psychology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2021
Skills
- Providing positive interactions
- Following safety protocols
- Building rapport through pairing
- Encouraging and facilitating development of social skills, daily living and self-care skills
- Monitoring progress and making data based decisions
- Conducting functional behavioral assessments and preference assessments
- Receiving and delivering constructive feedback
- Accurately and efficiently recording data
- Continuous practice with maintenance programs along with acquisition skill development
- Implementation of ABA techniques
- Using positive reinforcement to encourage desirable and socially significant behaviors
- Following behavior reduction procedures
- Maintaining appropriate documentation and report writing
- Creating behavior intervention plans
- Supporting through crisis situations
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Behavioral Foundation Centers
02.2024 - Current
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Foundation Centers
05.2020 - Current
Exceptional Student Education with a Comprehension in Applied Behavior Analysis -
University of West Florida
Clinical Psychology
University of Central Florida
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