Maleena Tamken
Summary
Compassionate Behavior Analyst, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills in Applied Behavior Analysis, behavioral assessment, and intervention planning. Communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring successful client interactions and behavior modification strategies. Navigate challenging behaviors with calmness and professionalism to achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA)
Apara Autism Center / ALC
Bellaire, Texas
01.2026 - Current
Registered Behavioral Therapist Supervisee
Advanced Autism Center
Las Vegas, NV
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with families to develop effective communication strategies.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs and behavioral challenges.
- Trained staff on data collection methods and behavioral analysis techniques.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions as needed.
- Completed regular supervision meetings with supervisor to ensure adherence to ethical standards.
- Regularly attended team meetings to discuss strategies for addressing challenging behaviors.
- Participated in research projects related to applied behavior analysis treatments.
- Created positive learning environments that encouraged exploration, play, and discovery of new concepts.
Registered Behavior Technician
Achievable Behavior Strategies
Las Vegas, NV
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Collected and documented data on client progress during sessions.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment during therapy sessions.
- Engaged in ongoing training to stay current with behavioral techniques.
- Supported team members by sharing insights on client behaviors and strategies.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of students' goals and objectives.
- Provided direct one on one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavioral assessments
- Intervention development
- Data collection methods
- Progress monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Functional communication training
Certification
QBA
Languages
English
Full Professional
Farsi
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA)
Apara Autism Center / ALC
01.2026 - Current
Registered Behavioral Therapist Supervisee
Advanced Autism Center
05.2023 - 11.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
Achievable Behavior Strategies
11.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University