Makala Grace
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable Behavior Technician with over 4 years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.Motivational Team Leader skilled in designing and following production schedules. Offers proven history of maximizing team productivity to meet targets. Dedicated to employee safety and proactive assignment, schedule and personnel management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Registered Behavior Technician
Action Behavior Centers
Pearland, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with students.
- Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
- Assisted in the development of positive behavior supports within the classroom environment.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case updates and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
- Modeled appropriate social behaviors for students while providing feedback when necessary.
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Cole Academy
Pearland, TX
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, monitored progress, and made adjustments as needed.
- Provided direct instruction and guidance to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in accordance with their treatment plans.
- Delivered Applied Behavior Analysis services to clients in both home and school settings.
- Tracked data on client behaviors using a variety of methods including but not limited to ABC charts, frequency counts, duration recording, interval recording.
- Conducted functional assessments for challenging behaviors and designed individualized behavior support plans accordingly.
- Assisted in the development of social skills curricula by designing activities that are tailored to the needs of each client.
- Collaborated closely with other team members such as BCBAs, parents, caregivers, teachers, therapists to ensure consistency across all environments.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress including daily notes, session summaries and other reports as required by supervisor.
- Instructed clients in basic self-help skills such as toileting, dressing, grooming and eating.
- Facilitated leisure activities that promote socialization among clients while reinforcing newly acquired skills.
- Observed client interactions within their natural environment in order to identify potential triggers for problem behaviors.
- Participated in IEP meetings as requested by supervisor or parent and guardian.
- Supported BCBAs with research projects related to evidence-based practices for children with ASD.
- Modified instructional materials according to the learning needs of each child served.
- Engaged parents and caregivers throughout treatment process by providing ongoing feedback about progress being made towards goals set forth in treatment plan.
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
- Reviewed data and progress reports with management and specialists to strategize program improvements.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Identified and addressed individual problems using clinical team recommendations and solutions.
- Developed activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment.
- Attended review, progress and clinical team meetings.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Instructed staff members on how to implement behavioral interventions and utilize positive reinforcement strategies effectively.
- Administered assessments such as the VB MAPP.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Artificial Intelligence And Robotics
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Transition planning
- Data collection and analysis
- Group Instruction
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Social Skills Development
- Communication
- Data Collection
- Skill Development
- Report Writing
- Team Supervision
- Mentoring
- Meeting facilitation
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Analytical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Leading Team Meetings
- Information Gathering
- Documentation And Reporting
- Issue Identification
Timeline
Senior Registered Behavior Technician
Action Behavior Centers
04.2023 - Current
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Cole Academy
04.2021 - 04.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Artificial Intelligence And Robotics
Houston Community College