Lance Marki
Lake Park,Iowa
Summary
Motivated and adaptable behavioral health professional with hands-on ABA clinic experience supporting children with behavioral and developmental needs. Recognized for strong client rapport, creative engagement strategies, and a calm, team-oriented approach in fast-paced clinical environments. Skilled in natural environment teaching (NET), behavior support implementation, collaboration with supervisors and families, and mentoring newer staff. Seeking to continue growing in a leadership-focused behavioral health role while continuing to make a meaningful impact on client outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Bank Volunteer
Presbyterian Church Lake Park
Lake Park, IA
01.2020 - 10.2025
- Packaged up nonperishable food items for food bank visitors.
- Organized, sorted and stored donations in orderly systems to minimize waste.
- Distributed food boxes with carefully selected essentials to families in need.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to deliver punctual, friendly service.
- Helped visitors pick out food items from donations.
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
Marcia and Art Schumacher
Lake Park, IA
07.2023 - Current
- Contributed to the development of personalized care plans by providing insights into client preferences, habits, routines, strengths, challenges during team meetings.
- Ensured client safety by closely monitoring their health and reporting any changes or concerns to family members and healthcare providers.
- Managed household tasks efficiently including cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and running errands to maintain a comfortable living environment for clients.
Barista
HyVee Foods
Spirit Lake, IA
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Prepared and served high-quality coffee beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and placing orders as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
BT/RBT
InterAct ABA
Sibley, IA
09.2025 - Current
- Implemented behavior intervention plans to support client development and skill acquisition.
- Collected and analyzed data on client progress to inform treatment adjustments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies and outcomes.
- Assisted in training new staff on behavioral techniques and compliance protocols.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, CO05.2025
High School Diploma -
Fulda Secondary
Fulda, MN05.2019
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Active Listening
- Building Rapport
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Literacy
- Data Taking
Affiliations
The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
Hobbies/Passtimes
In my free time, I enjoy learning about how to apply psychological principals and theories to areas of life to get a more nuanced understanding of myself and those around me. I also enjoy making amateur architectural schematics.
Timeline
BT/RBT
InterAct ABA
09.2025 - Current
Barista
HyVee Foods
11.2024 - 05.2025
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
Marcia and Art Schumacher
07.2023 - Current
Food Bank Volunteer
Presbyterian Church Lake Park
01.2020 - 10.2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Colorado Mountain College
High School Diploma -
Fulda Secondary