Lauren Ortega
San Antonio,United States
Summary
Dedicated Behavior Analyst with expertise in optimizing positive behavior change. Passion in leading progressive ABA implementation and individualized care. Capable of working with a diverse population and fostering strong rapport with families, children and team members. Excellent communicator, with an ability to collaborate with numerous professionals in achieving specific goals and top outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Therapy Provider
Healthy Young Minds
11.2023 - Current
- Deliver direct behavior analytic services via telehealth platform utilizing video on technological platforms
- Provide direct caregiver training to encourage change in the home and community setting
- Communicate effectively with family, school staff and private providers including ST, OT and PT to ensure continuity of care
Clinical Supervisor, BCBA, LBA
Mindcolor Autism
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Implemented ethical and evidence based ABA procedures to ensure progress and efficacy of client programs
- Demonstrated leadership by providing mentorship, training and ongoing support by staying informed with evidence based research
- Collaborated consistently with families via telehealth and in person to generalize progress in home and community settings
ABA Care Advocate, BCBA, LBA
Optum
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Advocated for members by providing best practice recommendations to ABA providers and reviewed treatment for medical necessity
- Reviewed behavioral health guidelines and insurance benefit coverage to determine appropriate level of care for Applied Behavior Analysis
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and healthcare providers to support comprehension
Education
Master of Arts - Education, Emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.2012
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Virtual Services and Technology
- Assessment and Intervention
- Prior Authorization and Authorizations
- Care Management
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- G-Suite and MS Office
- HIPPA and Ethics knowledge
- Organizational behavior management
Certification
BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
(Certification Number 10-16-21815)
Licensed Behavior Analyst
(Certification Number 2432)
Timeline
Behavior Therapy Provider
Healthy Young Minds
11.2023 - Current
Clinical Supervisor, BCBA, LBA
Mindcolor Autism
03.2023 - 09.2023
ABA Care Advocate, BCBA, LBA
Optum
08.2021 - 03.2023
Master of Arts - Education, Emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
(Certification Number 10-16-21815)
Licensed Behavior Analyst
(Certification Number 2432)
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