Melanny Vazquez
Santa Ana ,Ca
Summary
Dynamic Registered Behavior Technician with Stepping Stones Group, skilled in implementing individualized behavior intervention plans and fostering strong relationships with clients and families. Expert in data collection and analysis, enhancing communication skills in autistic children while promoting socialization through engaging group activities. Committed to empowering caregivers and ensuring holistic client support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RBT
Stepping Stones Group
Costa Mesa, CA
03.2022 - 02.2025
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.
- Received ongoing supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts to refine professional skills and knowledge.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients'' families, fostering trust and open communication vital for successful outcomes.
- Supported families in understanding and applying behavioral strategies within the home environment.
- Promoted socialization and peer interaction with group activities and play-based learning.
- Adapted instructional methods according to each client''s learning style, maximizing progress towards goals.
- Implemented skill acquisition programs tailored to each client''s unique needs and abilities.
- Improved communication skills in autistic children by utilizing evidence-based practices.
- Maintained a safe, structured learning environment conducive to the individual success of each client.
- Assisted in modifying behavior intervention plans based on data analysis and client progress reports.
- Documented behavioral data accurately, contributing to better-informed treatment adjustments.
- Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educators for holistic client support.
- Participated in parent training sessions, empowering caregivers with essential tools for supporting their child''s growth.
- Collaborated with clinical team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention support as needed, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all involved parties.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Utilized visual supports and social stories to facilitate understanding of complex concepts for clients with diverse needs.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and patterns of challenging behaviors.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, ensuring quality care delivery across all cases.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
Education
Bachelor Of Accountancy - Management
Valley High School
Santa Ana, CA07.2016
Skills
- Data collection
- Social skills development
- Incidental teaching
- Reinforcement strategies
- Prompting techniques
- Behavior reduction strategies
- Individualized education plans
- Group instruction
- Toilet training
- Behavioral assessment
- Functional communication training
- Discrete trial training
- Parent collaboration
- Natural environment training
- Community integration
- Visual supports
- Emotional regulation
- Feeding interventions
- Motor skills development
- Assistive technology
- Transition planning
- Vocational skills
- Peer interaction
- Behavior intervention plans
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavior modification techniques
- Relationship building
- Client engagement
- Treatment implementation
- Data collection and analysis
- Behavior observation
- Behavioral support
- Registered behavior technician (RBT)
- Crisis intervention
- Encouragement and motivation
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
Accomplishments
my greatest achievement is your work ethic. You pride yourself on showing up on time, working hard and always being open to learn new skills”. Always turn those questions into saying something positive about your “work value” as an employee.
Certification
CPR certification
RBT certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
RBT
Stepping Stones Group
03.2022 - 02.2025
Bachelor Of Accountancy - Management
Valley High School