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Maria Brianna Vela

Prunedale ,CA

Summary

Compassionate professional with exceptional interpersonal skills and expertise in patient assessment, time management, and therapy program design. Committed to fostering individual client growth while prioritizing progression and improvement in every interaction. Dedicated to sharing knowledge, experience, and resources with patients and their families to enhance overall well-being. Proactive advocate for holistic care, ensuring each client receives tailored support on their journey to recovery.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Analyst in Training

Breakthrough Behavior
03.2024 - 09.2025
  • Conducted data collection and analysis to track progress on behavioral goals.
  • Provided direct support to clients during therapy sessions, ensuring adherence to protocols.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for behavior interventions and data management.
  • Developed individualized reinforcement strategies based on client needs and preferences.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
  • Supervised 10 Registered Behavioral Technicians while they delivered direct ABA therapy

Behavioral Technician Trainer

Behavioral Intervention Associates
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Encouraged clients to develop work skills and participate in social, recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans for clients, fostering skill development and behavioral improvement.
  • Trained over 20 Board Certified Autism Technicians

Education

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
01.2022

Skills

  • Responsive to new challenges
  • Reliable and accountable
  • Empathetic communicator
  • Knowledge of autism spectrum
  • Behavioral skills training
  • Maintaining Safety Standards
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Natural environment teaching
  • Discrete trial training
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication Device Experience

Certification

  • BCAT - Board Certified Autism Technician
  • RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Analyst in Training

Breakthrough Behavior
03.2024 - 09.2025

Behavioral Technician Trainer

Behavioral Intervention Associates
07.2022 - 03.2024

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

San Francisco State University

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