Kiana LaPrath
Spokane Valley,WA
Summary
Dependable Program Supervisor with strong skills in providing compassionate support and guidance to young individuals. Demonstrates ability to create structured and nurturing environments, ensuring safety and promoting positive developmental outcomes. Effective in managing challenging behaviors, implementing individualized care plans, and maintaining detailed documentation. Brings solid work ethic and dedication to role of Program Supervisor contributing essential knowledge and skills to support youth well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Supervisor
The Lighthouse
Spokane Valley, WA
04.2024 - Current
- Teaching Daily Living Skills to clients by visuals and modeling
- Teaching Social Skills by collaborative games, visuals, social stories and community settings.
- Maintaining household chores and teaching clients through modeling
- Attending Psychiatric appointments and ensuring medication changes are implemented and appropriate releases are completed before beginning new medications.
- Scheduling psychiatric appointments, WCE, Dental Exams, and ensuring follow ups are completed for non routine appointments.
- Reordering Medications as needed and contacting pharmacy to ensure medication supply is sufficient.
- Ensuring staff are comfortable and providing support as needed. Keeping staff up-to-date on relevant client/company information.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Provided direct supervision of staff members in a residential setting, including training, evaluating performance, addressing disciplinary issues and providing feedback.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary to provide support during difficult situations.
ABA Technician
Aces
San Diego, CA
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Attended trainings related to ABA therapies in order to stay current on best practices.
- Monitored client’s progress on an ongoing basis by documenting data points during sessions.
- Applied evidence-based practices such as Natural Environment Teaching, Incidental Teaching Strategies, Video Modeling, Task Analysis and Pivotal Response Training.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary by using de-escalation techniques such as distraction methods or sensory integration tools.
- Utilized visual supports such as picture schedules, flash cards, token boards and PECS system to increase communication skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as toileting training, feeding therapy, dressing and grooming assistance and mobility support when needed.
- Employed verbal prompting strategies such as modeling, gesturing and verbal cues to teach new concepts and skills.
- Provided Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy to children with autism and other developmental disabilities, utilizing positive reinforcement techniques.
- Engaged families in developing treatment plans that were tailored specifically for their child’s needs.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to enhance client skills and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust therapeutic strategies accordingly.
- Trained and mentored new technicians in applied behavior analysis techniques and ethical practices.
- Utilized data collection tools to monitor client behavior and ensure accurate reporting of progress metrics.
- Developed engaging instructional materials tailored to individual learning styles and behavioral goals.
- Conducted regular parent training sessions to promote consistency in behavioral interventions at home.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality ABA services tailored to individual needs.
- Increased functional living skills through the use of task analysis and systematic instruction techniques.
- Maintained thorough documentation of client progress, session notes, and treatment plan updates for review by supervisory staff members.
Child Development Trainer
The Lighthouse
Spokane Valley, WA
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided guidance on essential daily living skills, including hygiene, nutrition, fitness, and overall wellness practices.
- Educated clients on social skills, focusing on manners, appropriate public behavior, and understanding personal boundaries.
- Oversaw household tasks while modeling to clients daily household tasks, fostering skills in cleanliness, organization, and preparing healthy, home-cooked meals.
- Developing cultural art projects/meals
- Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state policies and regulatory requirements.
- Facilitate therapeutic activities and recreational programs to promote social skills.
Behavioral Caregiver
Specialized Lived Experience
Otis Orchards, WA
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Intensive Behavioral Support: Provided 40+ hours per week of specialized care for a youth with Autism and ADHD, focusing on high-need behavioral stabilization.
- Care Coordination: Managed all medical and therapeutic appointments, serving as the primary point of contact for clinical providers to ensure adherence to prescribed behavioral protocols.
- Intervention Implementation: Incorporated complex routines and visual schedules to mitigate anxiety and successfully manage challenging behaviors in a home-based setting.
Legal Assistant
Partovi Law
Spokane, WA
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Answered phones and provided customer service to clients regarding their inquiries or concerns.
- Maintained confidential client files and other sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment, including filing and organizing documents, drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, and managing calendars.
- Organized and maintained case files in accordance with the firm’s filing system.
- Attended hearings and trials to provide assistance to attorneys.
- Compiled financial records such as tax returns, bank statements and asset information related to family law cases.
- Reviewed pleadings, motions and other legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared exhibits for trial or hearing by organizing evidence into an easily accessible format.
- Managed calendars for multiple cases at one time ensuring that all deadlines were met.
- Prepared legal documents and filed them in court.
Guest Relations Supervisor
Six Flags
Jackson, NJ
03.2016 - 07.2018
- Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on multi-tasking and problem solving.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of guest relations staff.
- Excellent communication skills; able to clearly communicate with guests, employees and management teams alike.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access.
- Trained staff members.
- Observed and monitored staff performance to promote efficient operations and adhere to facility’s policies and procedures.
Child Care Provider
Private Household
Spokane Valley, WA
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Cared for three children ages infancy to preteen five days a week.
- Created an atmosphere that was stimulating, encouraging, supportive, respectful and fun.
- Organized activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, outdoor play.
- Assisted in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children.
- Cleaned and sanitized childcare toys, keeping play areas hygienic and free of harmful objects.
- Demonstrated strong conflict resolution skills when necessary.
- Administered medication and minor first aid to sick and injured children.
- Monitored individual progress, adapting activities to meet diverse needs and interests.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational programs to foster child development.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe environment conducive to children's exploration and play.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's daily developments and behavioral changes.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
Babysitter
Private
Spokane Valley, WA
06.2010 - 06.2014
- Entertained and engaged with children using games, crafts, and other activities.
- Displayed patience and understanding when dealing with difficult situations involving children.
- Remained alert at all times to ensure the safety of each child under my supervision.
- Built strong relationships with families through open communication and trustworthiness.
- Monitored safety of children at all times to reduce risks.
- Provided attentive care to young children, including feeding, bathing, dressing, playing games, reading stories.
- Prepared snacks and cooked meals for children using available food items.
- Performed cleaning and housework tasks to keep living space organized and sanitary.
- Demonstrated ability to provide a safe and secure environment for children of all ages.
Education
Registered Behavioral Technician (Expired) -
ACES
San Diego, CA07.2021
Skills
- Operational leadership
- Staff training
- Strategic planning
- Training facilitation
- Document management
- Staff development
- Reporting requirements
- Reporting requirements understanding
- Staff training experience
- Document management skills
- Operational leadership background
- Office administration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Self motivation
- Written and verbal communication
Timeline
Program Supervisor
The Lighthouse
04.2024 - Current
ABA Technician
Aces
04.2021 - 12.2021
Child Development Trainer
The Lighthouse
03.2020 - 03.2021
Legal Assistant
Partovi Law
09.2018 - 06.2019
Behavioral Caregiver
Specialized Lived Experience
06.2018 - 06.2019
Guest Relations Supervisor
Six Flags
03.2016 - 07.2018
Child Care Provider
Private Household
06.2014 - 03.2016
Babysitter
Private
06.2010 - 06.2014
Registered Behavioral Technician (Expired) -
ACES