Mariah Fairchild
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Registered Behavior Technician with five years of experience implementing behavioral plans and designated interventions for clients suffering from various behavioral conditions. In-depth knowledge of treatment plans and modification strategies. Skilled relationship-builder with first-rate communication and time management abilities. Committed to promoting development of functional skills and independence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
LifeScape
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2022 - Current
- Provide 1:1 therapy for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder using Applied Behavior Analysis techniques
- Implement programming to promote functional communication, activities of daily living, communication, and social skills
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Document client goals for insurance and billing purposes.
Tutor
Hendrickson Family
Brookings, SD
01.2020 - Current
- Supported a school aged child with Autism Spectrum Disorder in reaching social and academic goals
- Worked in the home to establish routines and promote independence
- Creatively developed programs to teach academic and social skills
- Met with parents, teachers, and other advocates to develop goals and monitor progress.
Spring Intern
Sanford Health
Sioux Falls, SD
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked alongside genetic counselors, researchers, pharmacists, and physicians on various projects and clerical work within the Imagenetics building
- Assisted with patient satisfaction surveys, designed drug information pamphlets for patients, and collaborated on a since published pharmacogenomics journal article
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
Direct Support Professional
ADVANCE
Brookings, South Dakota
10.2018 - 04.2021
- Provided physical and emotional supports for adults with developmental disabilities
- Assisted with activities of daily living to help them live their most independent and fulfilled lives
- Monitored and documented goal development for people supported
- Met with individual support teams to discuss support coordination.
Education
Master of Science - Human Biology
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD 08.2018 - 05.2022
Skills
Intervention management
Social skill development
Behavior treatment plans
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication
Attention to Detail
Documentation skills
First Aid/CPR
Training and Development
Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
LifeScape
08.2022 - Current
Spring Intern
Sanford Health
12.2021 - 05.2022
Tutor
Hendrickson Family
01.2020 - Current
Direct Support Professional
ADVANCE
10.2018 - 04.2021
Master of Science - Human Biology
South Dakota State University
08.2018 - 05.2022