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Lauren Carballo

Miami,FL

Summary

Board Certified Behavior Analyst equipped with the positive attitude and patience necessary to teach those with disabilities and behavioral problems using the principles of applied behavior analysis. Extensive experience working with autistic children and their families.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BCBA/Behavior Therapist

Kids Peace Mesabi Academies
01.2024 - Current
  • Write and implement programs utilizing Applied Behavioral Analysis to teach kids with autism independent functional skills.
  • Collect data on skill programs and behaviors to assure improvement and independence.
  • Provide training for parents/guardians to implement aspects of applied behavior analysis in the home.
  • Create and implement behavioral support plans based on the function of the behavior.
  • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments to determine the function of problem behaviors.
  • Supervise Associate Behavioral Therapists on each case.
  • Assist in training newly hired Associate Behavioral Therapists.
  • Write quarterly and concurrent reports on clients to represent data collection.
  • Create monthly graphs to assure progress within programs.
  • Implemented crisis intervention techniques, effectively deescalating challenging situations while maintaining safety.
  • Mentored new therapists, sharing expertise and guidance for successful integration into the role.

Therapeutic Staff Support

The Institute For Behavior Change
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Supported children and adolescents with behavioral issues, developmental delays, and autism in their homes, schools and communities. ·
  • Utilized behavioral techniques to teach child coping skills and socialization techniques. ·
  • Helped teach parents/guardians and teachers techniques to help child.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Intern for Connections Therapeutic Afterschool Program

Bay State Community Services
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Helped create therapeutic atmosphere for kids ages 7-11 with behavioral and emotional problems.
  • Lead weekly art group activities as a form of healthy expression.
  • Set boundaries and limits to help kids achieve personal goals.
  • Assisted in teaching and modeling healthy social skills.
  • Helped implement a token economy which used positive reinforcement to promote positive and adaptive behaviors.
  • Prepared written summaries of meeting discussions to ensure clear communication throughout the team while promoting accountability for action items.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis

Florida International University
Miami, FL
2020

Master of Arts - Behavioral Aspects of Health

Florida International University
Miami, FL
2018

Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communicator
  • Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
  • Fast learner 


  • Adept at working with special needs children
  • 5 years experience working in the field of applied behavior analysis with children with autism
  • Experience with assessments such as the Vineland II, FAST, MAS and VB-MAPP

Certification

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst #1-16-2464
  • Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst in Massachusetts #1626
  • Candidate for Licensure (LBA) in Rhode Island

Timeline

BCBA/Behavior Therapist

Kids Peace Mesabi Academies
01.2024 - Current

Therapeutic Staff Support

The Institute For Behavior Change
05.2022 - 11.2022

Intern for Connections Therapeutic Afterschool Program

Bay State Community Services
08.2021 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis

Florida International University

Master of Arts - Behavioral Aspects of Health

Florida International University

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