Laura Dirksen
Nampa
Summary
Experienced Behavior Interventionist successful at helping students cope with academic and social stressors while working towards the achievement of their full potential. Hardworking, collaborative, and dedicated. Over 15 years of experience in the field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
CenterPointe, Inc. Mental Health Services
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive behavior support plans, resulting in improved student functioning.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, prioritizing safety while de-escalating high-stress situations efficiently.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Residential Cleaning
Self Employed
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Completed professional residential cleaning services.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of best practices in residential cleaning through ongoing professional development and industry research.
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
CenterPointe, Inc. Mental HealthServices
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive behavior support plans, resulting in improved student functioning.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, prioritizing safety while de-escalating high-stress situations efficiently.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
01.2012
Skills
- Behavioral Health Interventions
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Emotional Regulation Techniques
- Multicultural Competence
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Special education experience
- Child abuse and neglect
- Classroom Management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Child Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certified
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
CenterPointe, Inc. Mental Health Services
08.2023 - Current
Residential Cleaning
Self Employed
01.2020 - 08.2023
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
CenterPointe, Inc. Mental HealthServices
01.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
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