McKenzie Dickey
Holland,MA
Summary
Caring and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Central Texas Behavioral Solutions
05.2023 - Current
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
Babysitter
Amanda Herrington
05.2017 - 07.2021
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
Education
Associate of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX05.2025
Skills
- Behavior Treatment Plans
- Intervention Management
- Behavior Management
- Social Skill Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Client Relationship Development
- Critical Thinking
- Rapport Building
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Central Texas Behavioral Solutions
05.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Amanda Herrington
05.2017 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
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