Lily Swartz
MUNCIE,IN
Summary
Dedicated Psychology student with a minor in Social Work, experienced in building trusting relationships and providing person-centered support. Strong communication skills and adaptability foster collaboration with clients, families, and professionals. Committed to delivering respectful and professional care with a focus on individual needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Home Instead
Muncie, IN
07.2026 - Current
- Provide compassionate, individualized in-home care to older adults while promoting dignity, independence, and overall well-being.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal care, mobility, meal preparation, and household tasks.
- Assist clients in maintaining routines and engaging in meaningful activities to improve quality of life.
- Foster trusting relationships with clients through companionship and emotional support, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Monitor and report changes in clients' behavior, mood, physical condition, or daily functioning to ensure timely adjustments in care.
- Adapt care and communication approaches to meet each client's individual needs, abilities, and preferences.
- Maintain client privacy, confidentiality, safety, and professional boundaries while providing care.
- Communicate effectively with clients, family members, and care team members to support continuity of care.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Behavior Associates of Indiana
Muncie, IN
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Transitioned from summer intern to part-time Registered Behavior Technician due to demonstrated performance and commitment.
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans to increase communication, social, and daily living skills using evidence-based ABA strategies.
- Collect and document behavioral data to monitor client progress and support treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with BCBAs, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to maintain consistency in treatment delivery.
- Developed supportive therapeutic relationships, ensuring professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to ethical standards.
- Completed a summer internship providing one-on-one behavioral support to children with autism and other developmental disabilities using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- Maintained BACB certification ID RBT-26-2830797 for professional accountability.
- Supervisor: Stephanie Blaylock
- Phone: (419) 302-9027
Hostess / Food Runner
Adams Street Chophouse
Muncie, IN
07.2025 - 07.2026
- Greeted and seated guests, efficiently managing waitlists to optimize seating flow.
- Delivered food accurately and promptly, enhancing service experience for guests and supporting team efficiency.
- Created a professional, welcoming atmosphere through attentive and friendly customer service.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Supervisor: Brandon Robinson
- Phone: (765) 729-1692
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Social Work
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2027
Psychology Coursework
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN05-2025
Skills
- Behavioral Support Techniques
- Behavioral Data Collection
- Compassionate Care
- Client communication
- Professional communication
- Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational management
- Strong work ethic
Activities Involvement
- Psi Chi - International Honor Society in Psychology, 2026-Present
- American Psychological Association (APA), 2023-Present
- Gamma Phi Beta Sorority - Zeta Iota Chapter, 2023-2025, Social Chair, Sunshine Chairwoman
- Student Senate - Valparaiso University, 2023-2025
- Active Minds - Valparaiso University, 2023-2025
- Psychology Club - Valparaiso University, 2023-2025
- CORE 2024 Speaker - Valparaiso University, 04/01/24
- Appalachia Service Project, Spring Break 2024
- CRIB Lab - Valparaiso University, 2023-2025
Timeline
Caregiver
Home Instead
07.2026 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Behavior Associates of Indiana
05.2026 - 07.2026
Hostess / Food Runner
Adams Street Chophouse
07.2025 - 07.2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Social Work
Ball State University
Psychology Coursework
Valparaiso University