Koran Goss
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Seasoned behavior support team member skilled at offering a wide range of physical and social assistance. Excellent oral and written communication skills with a reliable nature, systematic nature and diligent approach to handling patient needs. Proficient in updating electronic records and related files.
Behavior Aide assists caregivers by reinforcing positive behaviors and correcting negative ones while assisting with personal hygiene and building life-long skills. Personable and encouraging with good multitasking skills and empathy.
Compassionate professional in mental health support, highly productive and efficient in task completion. Skilled in patient care, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Excel at empathy, active listening, and teamwork to provide exceptional support to psychiatric patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Aide
Dawn of Hope
Atlanta, GA
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students who require additional support or guidance.
- Helped to improve patient behaviors with modeling and daily life skills & techniques.
- Created a safe learning environment by monitoring classrooms and intervening when needed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for addressing challenging behaviors.
- Educated parents about their child's disabilities, strengths, and areas of need.
- Emotionally supported patients, monitoring changes in behavior for potentially dangerous changes.
- Responded to emergency situations and implemented both verbal and physical de-escalation strategies.
- Conducted observations and assessments of student behaviors, documenting results.
- Maintained accurate records related to student behavior management programs.
- Prepared and accompanied patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior and other activities.
Behavior Aide
Res Care of Chattanooga
Atlanta , GA
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Assisted in the development of behavior intervention plans for students with special needs.
- Answered office phone calls and emails, answering questions, and scheduling appointments with doctors.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for addressing challenging behaviors.
- Utilized behavior modification and personal development programs under psychologist.
- Educated parents about their child's disabilities, strengths, and areas of need.
- Emotionally supported patients, monitoring changes in behavior for potentially dangerous changes.
- Utilized data collection methods such as Functional Behavior Assessments to inform instruction.
- Responded to emergency situations and implemented both verbal and physical de-escalation strategies.
- Maintained accurate records related to student behavior management programs.
Behavior Aide
Baker Victory Services Early Childhood Program
Buffalo, NY
05.2015 - 10.2020
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students who require additional support or guidance.
- Helped to improve patient behaviors with modeling and reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for addressing challenging behaviors.
- Utilized behavior modification and personal development programs under psychologist.
- Educated parents about their child's disabilities, strengths, and areas of need.
- Emotionally supported patients, monitoring changes in behavior for potentially dangerous changes.
- Utilized data collection methods such as Functional Behavior Assessments to inform instruction.
- Responded to emergency situations and implemented both verbal and physical de-escalation strategies.
- Conducted observations and assessments of student behaviors, documenting results.
- Maintained accurate records related to student behavior management programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burgard High School
Buffalo, NY06-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Genetics
Fortis College
Atlanta , GASkills
- Behavioral assessment
- Intervention planning
- Crisis intervention
- Data collection
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Daily charting
- Behavior modification techniques
- Visual scheduling
- Motor skills development
- Functional behavior assessments
- Nonviolent communication
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Verbal behavior approach
Timeline
Behavior Aide
Dawn of Hope
06.2023 - 08.2024
Behavior Aide
Res Care of Chattanooga
07.2020 - 07.2023
Behavior Aide
Baker Victory Services Early Childhood Program
05.2015 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Burgard High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Genetics
Fortis College