Melissa Silvestre
Methuen,MA
Summary
Compassionate and dependable professional with an associate degree in Psychology and hands-on experience, supporting individuals with behavioral and developmental needs. Skilled in direct client care, relationship building, crisis prevention, clinical documentation and collaboration with families and clinical teams, bilingual in English and Spanish with a strong commitment, providing safe, respectful and supportive care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
BCI
Lawrence, Massachusetts
04.2026 - Current
- Develop and implement behavior intervention plans for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborate with therapists to improve clients' social and communication skills.
- Monitor client progress and document behavioral changes consistently.
- Assist in assessments to identify specific needs of clients.
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment for clients during sessions.
- Engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote positive behaviors.
- Maintain detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
Behavioral Technician
Linx Autism Services
North Andover, MA
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered individualized support to children with autism in structured, nurturing environments, fostering their growth.
- Employed positive reinforcement and redirection techniques to promote active participation and appropriate behavior.
- Assisted clients with communication, social skills and daily routines based on their individual needs.
- Built trusting relationships with clients through play and encouragement, and consistent interaction
- Protected client confidentiality and communicated professional loop with caregivers and clinical team members.
Youth Basketball Program Assistant
Sueos Basketball
Lawrence, MA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Created safe, welcoming environment for children in the basketball program.
- Monitored children during activities and promptly responded to injuries and safety concerns.
- Built positive relationships with participants while encouraging teamwork, confidence, and respectful behavior.
- Coordinated team schedule by organizing practice times, managing availability of members, and overseeing special events.
- Communicated important updates and concerns to parents, guardians coaches and staff members.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MA05-2026
Skills
- Behavior intervention planning
- Client support
- Clinical documentation
- Data documentation
- Safety awareness
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
LANGUAGES
Spanish, English
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Behavior Analyst Certification Board - Active
- Safety Care Certification - Active
Timeline
Behavior Technician
BCI
04.2026 - Current
Behavioral Technician
Linx Autism Services
10.2023 - 01.2024
Youth Basketball Program Assistant
Sueos Basketball
01.2022 - 01.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Northern Essex Community College