Leonot Ruiz
Miami
Summary
Seasoned Registered Behavior Therapist with a proven track record at Spectrum Behavioral Care Inc, adept in applied behavior analysis and fostering collaboration among professionals. Excelled in developing targeted behavior intervention plans, enhancing client and family dynamics through strategic communication and intervention techniques. Achieved significant behavioral improvements, demonstrating a blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Therapist
Spectrum Behavioral Care Inc
08.2023 - Current
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and monitoring progress.
- Supported families by providing education on effective behavior management strategies, improving home environment dynamics.
- Provided crisis intervention support during challenging situations, ensuring safety for all involved parties while effectively managing disruptive behaviors.
- Conducted functional assessments to identify behavioral triggers, enabling the development of targeted intervention plans.
Home Health Aide
Precious Blessing Hands Home Services Inc
09.2022 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Registered Behavior Technician
Precious Blessing Hands Home Services Inc
05.2022 - 03.2024
- 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.
Registered Behavior Technician
Nory's Home Services Inc
07.2020 - 10.2022
- 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.
Home Health Aide
Nory's Home Services Inc
09.2013 - 04.2022
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Nory's Home Services Inc
12.2012 - 01.2019
- Developed strong rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Performed ongoing data collection and analysis to measure the effectiveness of implemented interventions, making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Contributed to a supportive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, resources, and feedback with fellow therapists.
- Enhanced treatment effectiveness by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, social workers, and teachers.
Education
Registered Behavior Technician Certicate
Behavior Analysis Certification Board
Florida05-2020
Associate of Science - Surgecal Technologist
City College Miami
Miami, FL01-2015
Certicate of Achievement For Outstanding P in BA.
Dr. Reina Rodriguez BCBA-D
Miami01-2011
Bachelor in Early Education
ISP Jose De La Luz Y Caballero
Holguin, Cuba07-1998
Skills
- Collaboration with professionals
- Reinforcement strategies
- Discrete trial teaching
- Token economy systems
- Social skills development
- Errorless learning
- Prompting techniques
- Data collection
- Behavior intervention plans
- Communication strategies
- Incidental teaching
- Verbal behavior training
- Applied behavior analysis
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- First aid and safety
- Light housekeeping
- Mobility support
- Care plan management
- Recording vital signs
- Client documentation
- Documentation
- ADL support
- Home safety assessments
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Behavior Therapist
Spectrum Behavioral Care Inc
08.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
Precious Blessing Hands Home Services Inc
09.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Precious Blessing Hands Home Services Inc
05.2022 - 03.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Nory's Home Services Inc
07.2020 - 10.2022
Home Health Aide
Nory's Home Services Inc
09.2013 - 04.2022
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Nory's Home Services Inc
12.2012 - 01.2019
Registered Behavior Technician Certicate
Behavior Analysis Certification Board
Associate of Science - Surgecal Technologist
City College Miami
Certicate of Achievement For Outstanding P in BA.
Dr. Reina Rodriguez BCBA-D
Bachelor in Early Education
ISP Jose De La Luz Y Caballero
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