Laura Duclos
Manchester,NH
Summary
Patient Registered Behavior Technician with 8 years of experience implementing behavioral plans and designated interventions for clients suffering from various behavioral conditions. In-depth knowledge of treatment plans and modification strategies. Skilled relationship-builder with first-rate communication and time management abilities. Committed to promoting development of functional skills and independence. Energetic professional performs assessments, monitors behavior and helps develop treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Offers skills in task prioritization and task management. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Ready Set Connect
2022.10 - Current
- Provided individual and group therapy services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions such as Applied Behavior Analysis in order to modify behaviors.
- Conducted assessments of the clients' behavior, skills, abilities, and interests using structured interviews, direct observations, and standardized testing.
- Monitored client progress through data collection and analysis.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, teachers, and parents to ensure effective treatment plans were implemented.
- Educated families about their child's diagnosis and appropriate intervention strategies to use at home.
- Facilitated parent trainings to teach behavioral management techniques that can be used both inside and outside of the therapeutic setting.
- Attended professional development activities including workshops, conferences, seminars related to Behavioral Therapy.
- Assisted in developing Individual Education Plans for school-aged children with disabilities or special needs according to educational guidelines set forth by state laws.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding treatment planning for clients.
- Engaged in research projects related to behavior modification strategies for individuals with autism spectrum disorders or other developmental disabilities.
- Developed behavior support plans which included positive reinforcement strategies for challenging behaviors.
- Actively participated in weekly clinical supervision meetings led by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each client that included goals and objectives.
- Collaborated with families to provide support strategies for home-based interventions.
- Engaged in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on teaching appropriate behavior modification techniques.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
- Educated families about ABA principles so they can effectively implement them at home.
- Attended workshops and seminars related to Autism Spectrum Disorder and ABA best practices.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
- Reviewed data and progress reports with management and specialists to strategize program improvements.
- Attended review, progress and clinical team meetings.
- Developed activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Documented patients' activities and behaviors into EHR system for recordkeeping.
- Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
- Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
- Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatments.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
- Led individual and group therapy supporting prescribed procedures.
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
- Instructed new employees on protocols to use when interacting with psychiatric patients.
- Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition or obtain treatment history.
- Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Issued medications from clinic dispensary and kept records using specified procedures.
- Contacted patients' relatives to coordinate family visits and conferences.
- Conducted hypodermic injections following hospital procedures.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
Registered Behavior Technician
Appliedabc
2020.07 - 2022.06
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each client that included goals and objectives.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
Paraprofessional
Parkside Middle school
2017.09 - 2021.06
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Organized field trips and other school activities as requested by teachers or administrators.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
- Managed computers in classrooms and laboratories and assisted students with computer use when required.
- Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to [Job title] for parental notification.
- Collected money from students for school-related projects and field trips.
- Developed detailed inventory of equipment and school supplies.
Manager
Modell's Sporting Goods
2010.01 - 2016.09
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer service.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
- Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives within budget.
- Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation and training.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
NHTI - Concord's Community College
Concord, NHHigh School Diploma -
Manchester Memorial High School
Manchester, NH2000-06
Skills
- Data Collection
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavioral Conditions
- Skill Development
- Social Skill Development
- Behavioral Management
- Positive and Negative Reinforcements
- Behavior Management
- Documentation Skills
- ABA Techniques
- Communication
- Goal Attainment
- Social Skills Development
- Discrete Trial Training
- Token Economy Systems
- Reinforcement Procedures
- Natural Environment Training
- Prompting Strategies
- Collaboration with Professionals
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Error Correction Techniques
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Self-Management Strategies
- Picture Exchange Communication System
- Incidental Teaching
- Group Instruction
- Activity Schedules
- Verbal behavior training
- Augmentative Communication Devices
- Functional Behavior Assessment
- Direct Instruction
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Ready Set Connect
2022.10 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Appliedabc
2020.07 - 2022.06
Paraprofessional
Parkside Middle school
2017.09 - 2021.06
Manager
Modell's Sporting Goods
2010.01 - 2016.09
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
NHTI - Concord's Community College
High School Diploma -
Manchester Memorial High School
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