MaryKate Meshurle
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician with 2 years of experience at Behavior Interventions, Inc., enhancing neurodivergent clients' lives through expert application of ABA techniques and comprehensive data analysis. Excelled in fostering significant behavioral improvements, demonstrating crisis management, and ensuring seamless collaboration. Certified in CPR/First Aid, adept in Central Reach, and skilled in effective communication, consistently achieving client and caregiver satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Interventions, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
- Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) developed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to address challenging behaviors in neurodivergent clients.
- Utilize applied behavior analytic (ABA) techniques and procedures to implement behavior intervention plans including Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Functional Communication Training (FCT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Social Skills Training (SST), Task Analysis, Token Economy, Differential Reinforcement, and Antecedent Interventions.
- Conduct preference assessments and collect baseline data.
- Collect and record data on client behavior, progress, and response to interventions during sessions using several forms of data collection including duration, frequency, rate, partial interval recording, antecedent-behavior-consequence (ABC), and daily session notes.
- Run one-on-one therapy sessions in the home, school, and community settings for children ages 3 to 7.
- Maintain a caseload of 1-4 children across various settings.
- Provide parent and caregiver training to ensure consistency and support for behavior strategies across all environments.
- Participate in regular supervision meetings with Clinical Program Supervisors and supervision sessions with the BCBA to review client progress, refine and collaborate on goal development, and ensure treatment fidelity.
- Uphold client confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as outlined by the BACB.
- Work as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Use Central Reach to record client data, view current and mastered goals, and write session notes.
Direct Care Professional
The Camphill School
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported and provided daily care to children and young adults with various developmental disabilities in a residential school setting.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, homemakers, and other professionals in developing individualized plans to facilitate progressive development of all areas.
- Promoted independence by providing one-on-one guidance to students in daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household tasks.
- Encouraged communication and promoted social skills by prompting the use of vocal communication or individual communication devices.
- Led loosely structured dance/movement classes weekly for students as a form of expression, relaxation, and physical stimulation.
- Engaged students in therapeutic activities, including arts, crafts, music, movement, and outdoor recreational and cultural activities, to enhance their social and emotional well-being.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive environment that respected the dignity and individuality of each student, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Supported students during transitions, including transportation to and from school, and during community outings.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on best practices in developmental disability care and behavioral support.
- Provided general household management and supervised during quiet hours and overnight.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2023
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Data Collection
- Crisis Management
- Discrete Trial Training
- Proficient in Google Workspace, Central Reach
- Certified in Adult/Infant CPR, First Aid, and AED
- Effective Communication
Certification
RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
BACB, September 2022
Adult/Infant CPR, First Aid, & AED
American Red Cross, May 2023
Volunteer Work
The Barn at Spring Brook Farm West Chester, PA
Volunteer Camp Counselor Summers 2016 - 2018
- Supported children ages 6 to 12 with developmental disabilities by working with them one-on-one in natured-based and animal-assisted activities throughout the summer day camp.
- Encouraged children in working on and accomplishing their individual goals while maintaining active engagement in activities.
- Ensured the highest level of safety for each individual camper, and utilized special instruction for a variety of potential circumstances (epileptic seizures, falls, wheelchair accidents, etc.).
- Communicated with parents about the activities from the day and how the child worked on achieving their goals throughout them.
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Interventions, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
Direct Care Professional
The Camphill School
03.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware
RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
BACB, September 2022
Adult/Infant CPR, First Aid, & AED
American Red Cross, May 2023
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