Matthew Belair
Worcester,MA
Summary
Patient-focused Behavioral Therapist with 3 years of experience working with youths with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioral disabilities. Personable and proactive Behavioral Therapist focused on building positive rapport with diverse range of clients. Critical thinker thrives under pressure. Specialist in working with youth and teens.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Technician
Spring Street School
Shrewsbury, MA
05.2022 - Current
- Promoted positive behaviors through verbal praise and tangible rewards.
- Created visual supports such as picture schedules, first and then boards.
- Provided direct instruction to clients on a variety of skills, including communication, socialization, and self-care.
- Monitored data collection systems and reported results to supervisors.
- Engaged in regular communication with other professionals involved in the client's care plan.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to client treatment plans.
- Ensured all therapy sessions were conducted in a safe, supportive environment conducive to learning.
- Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to increase functional behaviors and decrease maladaptive behaviors.
- Assisted clients in developing adaptive skills for increased independence.
- Utilized positive reinforcement and other behavior modification techniques to encourage progress.
- Coordinated with school personnel to integrate ABA strategies into educational settings.
ABA Therapist
Knox Trail Middle School
Spencer, MA
11.2021 - Current
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
- Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.
- Treated and improved reading and academic skills and monitored fine motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality and job competence.
- Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.
- Attended monthly trainings to continue education for excellent treatment quality and updated methods of practice.
- Designed, developed and updated specific social or communication programming for individual clients according to presenting needs.
ABA Behavior Therapist
Hudson High School
Hudson, MA
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
- Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.
- Treated and improved reading and academic skills and monitored fine motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality and job competence.
- Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.
Behavioral Technician
Brandis Center
Sturbridge, MA
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Documented behavioral incidents thoroughly to keep accurate records.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Developed and deepened relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Educated clients on important life skills, housekeeping and food preparation.
- Maintained client and employee areas in good working order and with adequate supplies.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
Community Outreach Worker
St. Anne's Church
Shrewsbury, MA
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Performed canvassing activities to drum up support and increase funds.
- Loaded donated meal products for The Worcester County Food Bank
- Recruited, trained and oversaw organizational volunteers.
- Driver for box truck in the Worcester area for residential and commercial locations
- Responsible for pick up and delivered of furniture/clothing from locations
- Arranged furniture throughout the thrift store, priced items
- Provided individuals and families with information and resources to connect with available programs.
- Maintained existing and developed new partnerships with many local charity organizations to facilitate community involvement and awareness of non-profit missions .
Patient Transporter
Patient Transport, Umass Medical Center
Worcester, MA
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Transported patients to surgery and appointments in a wheelchair or stretcher
- Picked up and dropped off of mail for multiple departments
- Transported lab specimens and surgical equipment safely
- Provided patient transport using various equipment and adhered to safety protocols.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Picked up requested orders to move equipment and supplies to assigned treatment areas.
- Maintained schedules by delivering patients safely and on time to procedure rooms.
- Transport items to laboratory or pharmacy, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Couriered items within hospital, delivering to appropriate individuals.
Medical Scanner
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital
Worcester, MA
02.2010 - 04.2012
- Scanned patient information into computer
- Faxed Prescriptions to the pharmacy
- Answered phones and filed insurance documents
- Performed all types of data entry involving patient information
- Sorted mail, filed charts, organized the medical records room
Medical Records Clerk
Fallon Clinic
Worcester, MA
05.2007 - 03.2009
- Filed patient charts
- Answered phones, faxed school forms
- Assisted offsite staff with locating patient information
- Scheduled physicians appointments with patients daily
- Scanned incoming documentation.
- Maintained complete confidentiality in accordance with organization and legal requirements.
- Observed confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Purged outdated files.
- Pulled patient charts for upcoming appointments.
- Consolidated diverse medical records.
- Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
- Assisted with properly processing records requests.
- Utilized copying equipment for medical record duplication, answered phones and filed documents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
Skills
- Strong ability to interact clearly and concisely with patients
- Ability to make people feel comfortable and while providing quality customer service
- Behavior Observation
- Rapport Building
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Supervising Student Activities
- Individual Student Assistance
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Technology
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Childcare Management Software
Certification
- Certificate of Completion of Introduction to Applied Behavioral Analysis (8 hours)
- CPI Certification
- Paraeducator Exam Completion
Timeline
ABA Technician
Spring Street School
05.2022 - Current
ABA Therapist
Knox Trail Middle School
11.2021 - Current
ABA Behavior Therapist
Hudson High School
08.2021 - 11.2022
Behavioral Technician
Brandis Center
04.2019 - 12.2020
Community Outreach Worker
St. Anne's Church
01.2015 - 03.2019
Patient Transporter
Patient Transport, Umass Medical Center
07.2014 - 12.2014
Medical Scanner
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2010 - 04.2012
Medical Records Clerk
Fallon Clinic
05.2007 - 03.2009
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
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