Megan Knamm
NJ
Summary
My name is Megan Knamm, I am a BCBA. I strive to work hard so that I can provide the best, creative, and useful therapy for clients with ASD, behavior challenges and comorbid population. I am a dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based ABA services to individuals and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health, independence and well-being of clients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
The Bigger Picture Learning group
11.2023 - Current
- Worked in different school locations aging 3-21 years old
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Social emotional learning (rises program in south Brunswick) experience
- Zones of regulation
- Presenting on students and research experience
- VBMAPP, PEAK, PCA experience
- Child study team experience
- Handle with care trained
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Streamlined data collection processes by creating user-friendly tracking systems that facilitated timely decision-making based on accurate information.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using evidence-based outcome measures, resulting in continuous improvement of service delivery models.
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels, empathetic listening skills, and a genuine commitment to their child''s success.
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
Kaleidoscopes Family services Inc
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Used Pecs, AAC Devices and sign
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Enhanced overall service delivery by developing and implementing staff training programs in applied behavior analysis principles and techniques.
- Provided ongoing supervision and feedback to registered behavior technicians, ensuring high-quality services for clients.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by staying current on research findings and best practices within the field of applied behavior analysis.
- Maintained a high level of professional ethics and adherence to industry standards through ongoing participation in continuing education opportunities.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Increased client engagement by utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies and naturalistic teaching techniques.
- Contributed to the growth of the organization by participating in strategic planning initiatives, budget development, and program evaluation efforts.
- Supported organizational goals by actively engaging in community outreach efforts, building awareness of available services and fostering positive relationships with local stakeholders.
Behavioral therapist
Marie Katzenbach school for the deaf
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Direct 1:1 para for different kids in the early childhood program
- Collects and inputs data for multiple children
- Assist the BCBA with running assessments
- Communication with teachers and other professionals at the school.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff and relevant stakeholders.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Implemented crisis prevention measures when necessary to maintain safety within therapy sessions.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Promoted social skill development in group settings using targeted activities and role-playing exercises.
Registered Behavior Technician
KW Behavioral Consulting llc
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Direct 1:1 treatment in preschool settings
- Conduct Parent training
- Implement Behavior intervention plans as written by a BCBA
- Communication with teachers and other paraprofessionals
- VBMAPP and ABLLS-R
- Analyze data and create graphs.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Integrated creative problem-solving methods into therapy sessions to foster critical thinking abilities among clients facing challenges in everyday situations.
- Facilitated generalization of learned skills across various environments by collaborating with educators, therapists involved in clients'' care networks.
- Led group sessions focused on social skill-building, promoting peer interaction and cooperation among clients.
Registered Behavior Technician
The Bedrock clinic and research
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Direct 1:1 treatment in clinic setting
- Implement Behavior intervention plans as written by a BCBA
- Collect data
- Teletherapy.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Rider University
Lawrence, New Jersey08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders and Sciences
William Paterson University
Wayne, New Jersey05.2020
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Mercer County Community College
West Windsor, New Jersey08.2017
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Team collaboration
- Graphing making and interpreting
- Communicate efficiently in ASL
- Peak, VBMAPP, ABLLSR and Vineland assessment
- Behavioral Skills Training
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Prompting and Fading Procedures
- Self-Management Strategies
- Functional Behavior Assessment
- Crisis Management Techniques
- Individualized education programs
- Staff Training
- Administration and management
- Team Collaboration
- Emotional Support
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Parent and Caregiver Training
- Natural Environment Teaching
- Behavior Intervention Planning
- Performance Feedback and Supervision
- Social Skills Development
- Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention
Certification
BCBA, 06/2023
Personal Information
Title: BCBA
Languages
American sign Lanugage
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
The Bigger Picture Learning group
11.2023 - Current
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
Kaleidoscopes Family services Inc
07.2023 - 11.2023
Behavioral therapist
Marie Katzenbach school for the deaf
12.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
KW Behavioral Consulting llc
03.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
The Bedrock clinic and research
07.2020 - 02.2021
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Rider University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders and Sciences
William Paterson University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Mercer County Community College
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