Mary Catherine Murphy
Red Hill,PA
Summary
Compassionate Behavior Analyst and Counselor with extensive experience in homes, schools, and diverse community health environments. Proven track record in designing customized behavior interventions that effectively address individual needs and promote emotional growth. Adept at fostering resilience in clients, particularly within autism and mental health treatment settings. Committed to advancing best practices in behavioral analysis, mental health, and substance abuse to enhance client outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Specialist Consultant
Sevita Health
Landsdale, PA
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided in-home counseling sessions to address problem behaviors.
- Monitored client progress utilizing data collection systems such as ABC charts and graphs.
- Collected information about clients through interviews, observation, or tests.
- Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports.
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as Applied Behavior Analysis.
ABA EAP/Mental Health/Sustance Abuse Experts
Own Company - Self
Pompano Beach, FL
01.2007 - 03.2018
- Organized workshops to educate professionals on various aspects of mental health.
- Integrated evidence-based practice into teaching, promoting up-to-date patient care techniques.
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards and healthcare regulations in clinical teaching.
- Advised administrators on strategies for improving overall quality of instruction methods.
- Devised educational presentations to creatively communicate coursework objectives.
- Offered guidance on medication management for clients prescribed medications related to addiction treatment or mental health conditions.
- Educated families on addiction issues and how they can support their loved one's recovery process.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed including de-escalation techniques, suicide risk assessments, safety planning and referrals to emergency services.
- Collaborated with HR department to develop effective performance improvement plans for employees who are struggling at work.
- Established strong relationships with vendors providing specialized services related to EAPs.
- Coordinated referrals for clients needing more intensive care than what is offered by the EAP program.
District Board Certified Behavior Analyst/Program Director
Palm Beach/Broward County School Districts-Retired
West Palm Beach, FL
04.1995 - 01.2017
- Implemented evidence-based treatments according to current research standards for best practice in ABA therapy services.
- Participated in regular case reviews with other clinical staff members to evaluate progress toward treatment objectives.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as interviews, observations, surveys, and tests to identify patterns of behavior and determine root causes of maladaptive behaviors.
- Supervised the implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis techniques in order to modify behaviors.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
Education
License - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL10-2007
Master of Science - Educational Psychology And Criminal Justice
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL01-2002
Bachelor of Science - Education
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA01-1985
CADC Certification - Addictions Studies (Currently Enrolled)
Center For Addiction Studies And Research
CA - OnlineSkills
- Behavioral health assessment
- Collaborative teamwork
- Professionalism
- Mental health assessments
- Mental health counseling
- Mental health evaluation and support
- Substance abuse disorders
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Child abuse and criminal history clearance
- Controlled substance handling
- Data analysis
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Behavioral analysis
Accomplishments
- Retired member of the United States Field Hockey Team
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) (18 years) - Retired
- Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) (2 years) - Retired
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - (5 years) - Retired
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavior Specialist Consultant
Sevita Health
12.2024 - 03.2025
ABA EAP/Mental Health/Sustance Abuse Experts
Own Company - Self
01.2007 - 03.2018
District Board Certified Behavior Analyst/Program Director
Palm Beach/Broward County School Districts-Retired
04.1995 - 01.2017
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) (18 years) - Retired
- Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) (2 years) - Retired
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - (5 years) - Retired
License - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Florida Institute of Technology
Master of Science - Educational Psychology And Criminal Justice
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Lock Haven University
CADC Certification - Addictions Studies (Currently Enrolled)
Center For Addiction Studies And Research
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