Koran Goss
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated behavior support team member with a focus on delivering physical and social assistance. Recognized for excellent communication skills and a diligent, organized approach to patient care. Experienced in managing and updating electronic records accurately.
Behavior Aide collaborates with caregivers to reinforce positive behaviors and mitigate negative ones, while providing assistance with personal hygiene and essential life skills. Known for strong empathy and effective communication, fostering a positive atmosphere. Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring high-quality support. Dedicated to improving client outcomes and promoting self-sufficiency.
Results-driven mental health support professional with a focus on efficient task execution. Skilled in crisis intervention and therapeutic communication, providing high-quality patient care. Committed to fostering teamwork and empathy to support psychiatric patients effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
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
- Conduct and ensure direct care staff are properly trained and in compliance with training standards.
- Ensure training tracking system is used by direct reports and provide training and oversight as needed.
- Serve as the hiring manager for all staff in the home.
- Responsible for performance reviews, progressive discipline, and management of staffing; work directly with the Program Manager and HR to address staffing issues.
- Work directly with the Program Manager and Human Resources to recruit and appropriately staff homes.
- Audit shift notes for home of responsibility to ensure quality and billable services.
- Develop and manage the personnel budget.Develop schedules.
Ensure hours worked match scheduled hours.
Monitor overtime and take appropriate actions to mitigate OT expenses.
- Communicate frequently with home staff; conduct staff meetings.
- Utilize and manage direct reports’ HR information in Paycom.
- Conduct weekly and daily compliance checks.
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.
- Conduct and ensure direct care staff are properly trained and in compliance with training standards.
- Ensure training tracking system is used by direct reports and provide training and oversight as needed.
- Serve as the hiring manager for all staff in the home.
- Responsible for performance reviews, progressive discipline, and management of staffing; work directly with the Program Manager and HR to address staffing issues.
- Work directly with the Program Manager and Human Resources to recruit and appropriately staff homes.
- Audit shift notes for home of responsibility to ensure quality and billable services.
- Develop and manage the personnel budget.Develop schedules.
Ensure hours worked match scheduled hours.
Monitor overtime and take appropriate actions to mitigate OT expenses.
- Communicate frequently with home staff; conduct staff meetings.
- Utilize and manage direct reports’ HR information in Paycom.
- Conduct weekly and daily compliance checks.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Genetics
Fortis College
Atlanta, GAHigh School Diploma -
Burgard High School
Buffalo, NY06-2011
Skills
- 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
Certification
CPR first aide
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
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Genetics
Fortis College
High School Diploma -
Burgard High School