Kristi Buccellato
Warren
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst with dedication to provide services to improve the lives of children with autism and their families. Experience with developing and implementing behavior intervention plans. Strong understanding of collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and effective communication. Reliable team play who promotes a positive work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Kaufman Children's Center
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to improve client progress.
- Conducted assessments and developed individualized programming for each client's needs to increase skills and decrease barriers to learning in a less restrictive environment.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify the function of challenging behaviors and effective interventions.
- Monitored progress through data collection and analysis, adjusting strategies as needed.
- Led parent training sessions to enhance consistency of behavioral interventions at home.
- Provided ongoing supervision and feedback to registered behavior technicians, ensuring high-quality services for clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care strategies for clients.
- Trained and supervised staff in evidence-based practices and behavioral techniques.
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Kaufman Children’s Center
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Work one on one with client implementing ABA programs through; DTT at a table setting and naturalistic teaching in play settings.
- Implement behavior plans with fidelity.
- Collect data on targeted behaviors and programs and complete necessary paperwork for program, maintenance.
- Communicate with BCBA to provide best treatment for the client.
- Train and support new technicians using behavioral skills training (BST)
- Incorporated play-based techniques into therapy sessions, making learning enjoyable while still meeting targeted objectives.
ABA Technician
Training and Treatment Innovations
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Run ABA programs with clients, observe and record data, communicate with supervisor/therapist.
Education
Master of Arts - ABA with an emphasis in Autism
Ball State University
07-2020
Bachelor’s of Science - Psychology
Wayne State University
01.2014
General Education Diploma - undefined
Cousino
01.2009
Skills
- Functional communication training
- Social skills development
- Parent and caregiver training
- Natural environment teaching
- Discrete trial training
- Behavioral skills training
- Early intensive behavioral intervention
- Functional behavior assessment
- Behavior plan development and monitoring
- Data collection and analysis
- Performance feedback and supervision of staff
Certification
- BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- Licensed BCBA- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Kaufman Children's Center
01.2022 - Current
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Kaufman Children’s Center
01.2018 - 12.2021
ABA Technician
Training and Treatment Innovations
03.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor’s of Science - Psychology
Wayne State University
General Education Diploma - undefined
Cousino
Master of Arts - ABA with an emphasis in Autism
Ball State University
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