Margaret Stokes
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Behavior Technician. Has experience working with children, adults, and older adults with disabilities. Can stay goal-oriented and organized while maintaining professionalism. Seeking to further career in the ABA field working directly with clients to assess needs and improve quality of life and life skills in the position of Registered Behavior Technician. Seeking to gain student experience while completing BACB fieldwork requirements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Easterseals UCP
11.2019 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, behavior contracts, and individualized treatment plans.
- Observed, monitored and recorded behaviors of importance and client growth with the use of Central Reach.
- Prevented or responded to instances of maladaptive behavior using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a calm and safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, creating trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Incorporated clients' interests into treatment.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Consulting For Autism
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Implemented programs and targets written by BCBA for clients.
- Recorded and observed all behavior data, graphed data and completed insurance sheets.
- Ensured safety of clients, identified clients' interests and needs, communicated with clients' families and BCBAs.
Habilitation Technician
Maxim Healthcare
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Ensured the safety of clients and their surroundings at all times
- Worked on set goals and objectives with clients, documented goals and objectives thoroughly and daily
- Maintained overall wellbeing of clients and made certain that needs of clients were being met
- Took clients out into the community to participate in various social and physical activities
Administrative Assistant
Maxim Healthcare
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Separated, organized, and filed employee and client paperwork
- Attention to detail and maintained confidentiality of client documents
- Collated paperwork for new employee folders, copied and printed office documents and assisted with any other tasks as needed
Salesperson and Cashier (Seasonal)
Honeybaked Ham
12.2014 - 04.2019
- Informed customers of the various options offered in the store, presented and displayed food products to customers
- Ensured customer was satisfied with the product and confirmed that the product suited their needs
- Made sure that the counters, ham shelves, and general area of the store was clean and tidy
- Completed all transactions in a swift and friendly manner, provided excellent customer service in person and over the phone and answered all customer questions in a helpful manner
- Listened to clients and introduced solutions to satisfy business and personal needs.
Internship for Community & Therapeutic Recreation
Trinity Grove
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Worked hands-on with older adults of varying abilities, improving quality of life
- Attended care plan meetings, communicated with other staff and family members of residents, advocated for older adults
- Professional communication orally and in writing, experience with ECS documentation program
- Assessed needs of residents, assessed cognitive abilities of residents. Wrote goals and objectives, scheduled and engaged in treatment
- Organized and implemented large events, large and small groups with therapeutic benefits
Head Lifeguard
UNCG Recreation And Wellness
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Maintained safety of patrons by enforcing facility rules, administered care facility-wide, recognized potential hazards
- Sustained cleanliness of pool and pool deck
- Practiced excellent customer service skills while leading and supervising other lifeguards
- Assisted patrons with anything needed, answered questions about programs and facility
Practicum and Camp Counselor
EasterSeals UCP Camp Coastal Fun
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Accounted for children at all times, maintained safety and advocacy at the camp and in the community
- Assisted with activities of daily living, engaged in activities, mentored campers and conflict management
Head Lifeguard (Yearly During Summer Season)
YMCA Of Wilmington (Legion Stadium Pool)
03.2013 - 08.2017
- Maintained safety of patrons by enforcing facility rules, administered care facility-wide, recognized potential hazards
- Maintained pool and facility cleanliness, handled admission fees
- Practiced excellent customer service skills in person and over the phone
- Established rapport with frequent patrons, lead and supervised other lifeguards
- Provided maintenance in pump room as needed, maintained safe chemical levels in the water
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community And Therapeutic Recreation
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, IN12.2025
Skills
- RBT Certified (4 years)
- Organizational Skills
- CPR, First Aid, AED Experience
- Customer Service Skills
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Easterseals UCP
11.2019 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Consulting For Autism
07.2019 - 10.2019
Habilitation Technician
Maxim Healthcare
11.2018 - 08.2019
Internship for Community & Therapeutic Recreation
Trinity Grove
05.2018 - 08.2018
Practicum and Camp Counselor
EasterSeals UCP Camp Coastal Fun
06.2017 - 08.2017
Head Lifeguard
UNCG Recreation And Wellness
08.2016 - 05.2018
Administrative Assistant
Maxim Healthcare
05.2016 - 08.2019
Salesperson and Cashier (Seasonal)
Honeybaked Ham
12.2014 - 04.2019
Head Lifeguard (Yearly During Summer Season)
YMCA Of Wilmington (Legion Stadium Pool)
03.2013 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Community And Therapeutic Recreation
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
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