Megan Klipstein
Aurora,IL
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Action Behavior Centers
12.2023 - Current
- Managed a caseload of 8 clients between the ages of 2 and 8 years old.
- Managed a team of approximately 10 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and provided hands-on supervision and training specific to their caseload of clients.
- Supervised and trained fieldwork students pursuing their careers as Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
- Assessed client's skills and deficits to establish the most appropriate treatment plan using behavioral assessments including but not limited to VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, Vineland-3, and SRS-2.
- Used evidence-based practices to create individualized treatment plans for each client.
- Conducted family treatment guidance meetings to provide caregivers with the skills needed to encourage the generalization of skills into the home and community.
BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST
Westside Children's Therapy
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed a caseload of 12 clients between the ages of 2 and 16 years old
- Met with parents, teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other board certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) to promote generalization of skills and best therapeutic outcomes
- Designed individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices for each client
- Supervised Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and provided positive and constructive feedback on the implementation of behavior-analytic interventions
- Conducted initial evaluations to assess clients' skills and barriers to learning and made recommendations for appropriate behavior-analytic interventions
- Assessed clients' progress every 6 months using behavioral assessments such as the VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, EFL, PEAK, and Vineland-3.
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Westside Children's Therapy
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Implemented behavior intervention plans as designed by BCBAs
- Collected data during each ABA therapy session as instructed by BCBAs
- Worked individually with clients between the ages of 4 and 16 on a variety of skills including communication, social skills, and daily living skills
- Planned and implemented daily group activities for learners between the ages 8 and 16 to teach social skills
- Completed non-billable tasks including data reviews, researching behavior-analytic interventions, and assisting BCBAs with creating goals and interventions for clients.
SENIOR REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Total Spectrum
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Implemented behavior interventions and skill acquisition programs created by BCBAs
- Conducted ABA therapy sessions with clients ages 4 to 16 in a variety of settings such as their homes, the clinic, and in the community
- Collected multiple forms of data such as frequency, duration, rate, and anecdotal data to be reviewed by BCBAs
- Observed ABA therapy sessions run by new RBTs to offer support and provide feedback on the implementation of the BCBA's treatment plan
- Planned weekly social skills groups for clients between the ages of 6 and 12 to teach appropriate group skills essential to success in school.
UNDERGRADUATE CLINICIAN
The Autism Place
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Worked with children and adolescents diagnosed with autism from ages 2 to 18 on building social skills using positive reinforcement
- Collected data on the clients' social behaviors including greetings, conversations, and appropriate play behaviors such as taking turns with items
- Attended weekly meetings with other clinicians as well as graduate students and professors to discuss the progress of each client.
Education
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS -
Ball State University
Muncie, IN07.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN PSYCHOLOGY -
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2019
Skills
- Leadership
- Maintaining Positive Relationships
- Communication with Clients and Employees
- Collaboration with Schools and Other Professionals
- Experience with IEP Meetings
- Crisis Management
- Central Reach
- Catalyst
- Microsoft Word and Excel
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Action Behavior Centers
12.2023 - Current
BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST
Westside Children's Therapy
01.2022 - 12.2023
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Westside Children's Therapy
01.2021 - 01.2022
SENIOR REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Total Spectrum
06.2019 - 01.2021
UNDERGRADUATE CLINICIAN
The Autism Place
01.2017 - 05.2019
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS -
Ball State University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN PSYCHOLOGY -
Illinois State University