Lexy Smith
Vincennes,IN
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable professional with a strong background in client engagement and social skills development. Committed to delivering quality care while ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and treatment protocols.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RBT
Total Care ABA
02.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support client development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis to track behavioral changes and outcomes.
- Engaged clients through structured activities promoting social skills and communication.
- Provided consistent support during therapy sessions, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- Adapted instructional techniques based on individual client needs and responses.
- Received ongoing supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts to refine professional skills and knowledge.
- Maintained a safe, structured learning environment conducive to the individual success of each client.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and patterns of challenging behaviors.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, ensuring quality care delivery across all cases.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
Daycare Teacher
Little Treasures Learning Center
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Created a nurturing environment that promoted social skills and emotional growth among children.
- Monitored classroom activities to ensure safety and adherence to educational standards.
- Facilitated daily routines, including meals, naps, and playtime, to support children's well-being.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's progress, behavior, and milestones for assessment purposes.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student progress, behavior incidents, and parent-teacher conferences for review as needed.
- Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Strengthened children's early literacy and math skills through interactive lessons and games.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Dietary Manager
Saline Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented dietary plans in accordance with resident needs and preferences.
- Coordinated meal service schedules to ensure timely delivery of nutritious meals.
- Monitored compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
- Trained staff on portion control and proper food handling techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to assess residents' dietary requirements and adjust menus accordingly.
- Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.
- Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service.
- Evaluated nutritional content of menus regularly to ensure alignment with industry standards as well as specific patient requirements.
- Optimized kitchen workflow processes which led to reduced preparation times while maintaining high-quality meals.
- Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality, and personal preferences.
- Managed successful transitions from paper-based to digital menu systems, reducing errors and improving communication between staff members.
- Implemented cost-saving measures without sacrificing quality of meals or service to residents, contributing to better financial performance of the facility.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Resident Aide
Villas Of Holly Brook
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Supported nursing staff in implementing care plans for individual residents.
- Communicated effectively with residents to understand their needs and preferences.
- Monitored resident health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Conducted regular room checks to ensure cleanliness, safety, and overall well-being of residents within the facility.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing their overall quality of life.
- Delivered meal assistance services to residents who required additional support during mealtimes, ensuring adequate nutrition intake for each individual''s dietary needs.
- Administered medications to residents as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Daycare Teacher
Robins Nest Daycare Center
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to foster cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address developmental concerns.
- Employed various teaching aids and technology to enhance learning experiences for diverse learners.
- Organized group activities that encouraged teamwork, cooperation, and communication skills among peers.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Led small group instruction tailored to each child''s unique abilities and interests, ensuring personalized attention during learning activities.
- Monitored children's progress and adjusted teaching strategies accordingly, ensuring optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented creative learning strategies, significantly increasing children's engagement with educational content.
- Conducted regular safety drills, ensuring children knew how to respond in emergency situations.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging cooperative play.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School
Harrisburg, IL06-2017
Skills
- Data collection
- Social skills development
- Incidental teaching
- Critical thinking
- Toilet training
- Functional communication training
- Motor skills development
- Feeding interventions
- Client engagement
- Treatment implementation
- HIPAA requirements
- Activities of daily living ADL assistance
- Employee training
- Medication administration
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
RBT
Total Care ABA
02.2025 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Little Treasures Learning Center
12.2023 - 06.2024
Dietary Manager
Saline Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 02.2024
Resident Aide
Villas Of Holly Brook
09.2022 - 02.2023
Daycare Teacher
Robins Nest Daycare Center
08.2021 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School