Mattabesett Smith
Delphi,IN
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to contribute to patient growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Therapist
Little Star ABA Therapy
West Lafayette, IN
08.2025 - Current
- Documented therapy sessions thoroughly to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced patient well-being by designing and implementing individualized music therapy treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient progress quarterly, adjusting treatment methods to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans.
Studio Monitor
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Monitored studio operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Assisted faculty and students in utilizing studio resources effectively and efficiently.
- Trained new staff on equipment handling, safety procedures, and operational workflows.
Office Assistant
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Developed and maintained filing systems, improving document retrieval time and organization.
- Provided front desk support, addressing inquiries and directing visitors to appropriate resources effectively.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to streamline communication processes across departments.
- Trained new employees on office protocols, fostering a collaborative workplace environment.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
Education
B.M - Music Therapy
University of Dayton
Dayton05-2024
Skills
- Therapeutic relationship
- Intervention planning
- Clinical musicianship
- Autism spectrum disorders
Certification
- MT-BC - Board Certified Music Therapist
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Music Therapist
Little Star ABA Therapy
08.2025 - Current
Studio Monitor
University of Dayton
08.2021 - 05.2024
Office Assistant
University of Dayton
05.2021 - 05.2024
B.M - Music Therapy
University of Dayton
Clinical Training
On Campus Clinic- Spring 2024
- Solo led individual sessions with an adolescent diagnosed with down syndrome.
Dayton Children's Hospital- Fall 2023
- Solo led individual sessions with children in the pediatric intensive care unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and in patient rehabilitation.
- Improved confidence, flexibility, and adaptability in the clinical setting. Increased independence in clinical/musical decision making, and documentation.
Northcutt Residential Treatment Center - Spring 2023
- Co-led music therapy groups one day a week and solo-led an individual session one day a week at a residential treatment center with elementary aged boys with trauma
- Increased ability to gain clients attention in group settings, increased volume and confidence in vocals and speaking voice, and improved verbal techniques
Applied Behavior Services - Fall 2022
- Co-led music therapy groups at a school for children with IDDs with preschool aged children
- Improved adaptability and flexibility, gained more confidence in leading sessions solo, gained experience with working with the behavioral approach, improved verbal skills.
Traditions of Beavercreek Senior Living Community - Spring 2022
- Co-led music therapy groups at a residential nursing facility on the memory care unit with older adults with various dementia's
- Gained interpersonal skills, confidence accompanying myself in front of a group, improved documentation skills, and improved time management skills