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Marisa Henriksen

Wixom

Summary

Compassionate Behavior Technician who implements clinical, school, and home-based treatment programs for children with autism spectrum disorder under the direct supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Prioritizes creating fun, inclusive, reinforcing learning environments to assist clients in learning social, behavioral, and daily living skills necessary to lead a more independent life. Skilled in fostering open communication, training peers, and significantly contributing to developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Technician

Healthcall Behavioral Services
08.2022 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one behavior therapy to clients with autism spectrum disorders.
  • Contributed to client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Assisted in data collection and analysis to assist BCBAs in monitoring ongoing progress and barriers of clients.
  • Trained new hires on the skills necessary to become a technician at HCHS through a behavior skills training model as well as hands-on guidance and support.
  • Continued building and maintaining rapport with clients and families to maintain supportive and professional relationships.
  • Assisted in developing more effective and safe replacement behaviors over time by utilizing reinforcement-based procedures and antecedent interventions.
  • Worked as a practicum student to assist BCBAs in developing behavior interventions, writing programs, assisting in initial assessments and re-assessments, and entering program information into CentralReach.
  • Collaborated with members of clients' multidisciplinary team to ensure that a comprehensive treatment plan is developed and maintained.

Behavior Technician

Gateway Pediatric Therapy
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders in a variety of settings including clinical and in-home settings.
  • Trained new hires on the role of a behavior technician through a behavior skills training model as well as direct guidance and support.
  • Contributed to client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Assisted in data collection and analysis to assist BCBAs in monitoring ongoing progress and barriers of clients.
  • Trained new hires on the skills necessary to become a technician at HCHS through a behavior skills training model as well as hands-on guidance and support.
  • Continued building and maintaining rapport with clients and families to maintain supportive and professional relationships.
  • Assisted in developing more effective and safe replacement behaviors over time by utilizing reinforcement-based procedures and antecedent interventions.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Wayne State University
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Central Michigan University
05-2021

Skills

  • Open, effective communication
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Behavioral management

Certification

  • Skills-Based Treatment (SBT) Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • BLS/CPR Certification
  • QBS Crisis Prevention Training and Safe Crisis Management Certification

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Healthcall Behavioral Services
08.2022 - Current

Behavior Technician

Gateway Pediatric Therapy
08.2020 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Wayne State University

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Central Michigan University

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