Mariam Hajjo
Shrewsbury,United States
Summary
Experienced in working with children with autism and Down syndrome, focusing on behavior modification and skill development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Therapist
Behavior therapist
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
06.2026 - 09.2026
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to encourage behavioral changes in children
- Implemented strategies to enhance skills in children with disabilities
- Collected daily data to identify effective behaviors and track progress
- Collaborated with team members to ensure effective implementation of therapy strategies
- Regularly communicated updates to BCBA, parents, and supervisors
Behavior Technician
Autism Allies
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Experiences: I have been working with Autism Kids almost 4-5 years I worked with different Clients that have different disorders and different behaviors and we had to apply different skills and motivations. I worked with clients in order to reduce the negative behaviors and reinforce them with positive behaviors. I love working with children, helping a child means a change in their life and helps them to develop in different aspects and with their social life. My main goal is to work with kids and try to reduce negative behaviors to change them to the best behaviors
- What I Do as a an ABA is Collected data to track client behaviors during sessions to track behaviors and collaborating with supervisors and parents and putting a plan and a routine for the kid. I record the progress, behavior, and reinforcement used after each session, reporting back to my supervisor. Involved and encouraged families in reinforcing desirable behaviors while minimizing attention to negative behaviors. Observed and documented daily progress, contributing to positive changes in children's behavior and enhancing family satisfaction.
- Implemented ABA treatment plans for Autism Allies clients in home and clinic settings.
- Collected behavior data and session notes for Autism Allies care teams.
- Reinforced communication, social, and daily living skills during Autism Allies sessions.
Personal Care Giver
Tri-Valley
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
02.2015 - 12.2022
- Supported a child with Down syndrome by addressing individual needs and providing comprehensive care. I work with him to provide him with different skills and activities such as, administering medicine, serving meals, and bath assistance. I work with him day to day to teach him the alphabetic letters, reading some words, and coloring, we play blocks, logs, and do some crafts. he loves cooking and playing on his iPad. he earns the iPad after he does his chores. such as cleaning some dishes or vacuuming a small area in the room. he is a very smart boy; I can work with him on different activities that will help him to progress functionally and physically. Gained observational skills, caregiving expertise, and reliability through practical experience in a nurturing environment. Additionally, I graduated from Worcester state university in a Minor communication science and disorder which helps me to help many children in different ways
- Assisted Tri-Valley clients with bathing, grooming, and daily personal hygiene.
- Prepared meals and monitored dietary needs for homebound clients.
- Supported medication reminders and recorded care notes for Tri-Valley teams.
Education
Minor - Communication Science and Disorder
Worcester State University
Worcester, MassachusettsBachelor's - Sociology
Worcester State University
Worcester, MassachusettsSkills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Intervention
- Data Collection
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Development
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Multilingual
Personal Information
Title: Behavior Technician
Certification
RBT (REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN)
Accomplishments
Graduated with Minor in communication science and disorder. Bachelors in science in sociology.
LANGUAGES
- Arabic
- English
Timeline
Behavior Therapist
Behavior therapist
06.2026 - 09.2026
Behavior Technician
Autism Allies
08.2019 - 12.2022
Personal Care Giver
Tri-Valley
02.2015 - 12.2022
Minor - Communication Science and Disorder
Worcester State University
Bachelor's - Sociology
Worcester State University