Maya Passarelli
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Motivated and compassionate Behavior Technician with experience providing evidence-based ABA support to children and families. Demonstrated resilience, professionalism, and reliability in fast-paced clinical and educational settings. Seeking to further develop clinical, research, and assessment skills in preparation for graduate study in psychology and a future career supporting diverse and underserved communities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Senior Behavior Therapist
SOAR Autism Center
06.2025 - Current
- Implemented behavior intervention plans under supervision to support client skill development.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
Behavior Technician
Advanced Behavioral Health
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans under supervision to support client development.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2025
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Oral communication
- Researching proficiency
- Emotional awareness
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Multicultural competence
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Bilingual Senior Behavior Therapist
SOAR Autism Center
06.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
Advanced Behavioral Health
07.2024 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of California, Irvine