Michelle Ruiz
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dedicated behavior consultant with over 4 years of experience in applied behavioral analysis and rehabilitation studies. Proven success in conducting performance assessments and providing clinical oversight, resulting in enhanced staff capabilities and improved client outcomes. Recognized for establishing strong rapport with clients while implementing effective behavior modification strategies. Committed to developing high-quality training programs that empower organizations to tackle unique behavioral health challenges, particularly through trauma-informed approaches.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Support Crisis Intervention Specialist
VISION QUEST
Tucson, USA
04.2024 - Current
- Developed and delivered tailored training programs on behavior analysis to enhance outcomes for refugee children and youth.
- Provided technical assistance to organizations, effectively addressing the behavioral health needs of refugee children and youth.
- Delivered urgent and empathetic crisis intervention services to individuals in distress.
- Remained informed about the latest research, trends, and best practices in the behavioral health field related to refugee children and youth.
- Reported behavioral data to the Federal Field Specialist.
- Advocated for client needs to ensure access to necessary resources.
- Facilitated group sessions to assist clients in developing coping mechanisms for dealing with crisis situations.
Senior Therapist
Trumpet Behavioral Health
07.2023 - Current
- Offer clinical oversight and guidance to clients to enhance compliance, and long-term engagement.
- Supervise and mentor teams of behavior technicians, ensuring their professional growth and retention.
- Empower and educate parents in the principles and practices of ABA therapy, fostering improved outcomes for their children.
- Actively participate in corporate meetings and workshops to continuously enhance my skills and stay up-to-date with industry advancements.
Behavior Consultant (Supervisor Clinician)
Centria Health Care
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided clinical oversight to clientele to drive compliance and retention
- Managed and retained teams of behavior technicians
- Engaged and capacitated parents in ABA therapy to improve outcomes
- Attended corporate meetings and workshops for further skill development
- Trained staff
Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Centria Health Care
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepared effective therapy sessions tailored to the specific needs of each patient
- Employed ABA therapy techniques to improve patients' performance assessments
- Reported and collaborated with supervisor clinicians for case overviews
Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Trumpet Behavioral Health
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Applied behavioral analysis to assist children following the diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder
- Collected and managed patient data on an EMR system during therapy sessions
- Conducted developmental assessments, prepared progress reports and assisted with case management
Undergraduate Intern
Disability Resource Center
Tucson, USA
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Company Overview: The Disability Resource Center supports chronically ill students during finals week
- Facilitated mindfulness workshops each semester that contain CBT practices to support chronically ill students during finals week
- Facilitated monthly disability studies reading group
- Creates connections with cultural centers, resource centers, student groups, institutes, and departments on campus
- The Disability Resource Center supports chronically ill students during finals week
Education
Master's degree - Applied Behavior Analysis
North Central University
11.2024
B.S. - Rehabilitation And Counseling Services
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2021
Skills
- Bilingual
- Client confidentiality
- Behavioral management
- Training delivery
- ORR experience
- De-escalation techniques
- Youth engagement
- Documentation skills
- Safety planning
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Social Work
- EMR systems
- Supervising experience
- Direct support
- Patient care
- Case management
- Mentoring
- Child welfare
- Crisis intervention
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Office
- Conflict management
- Interviewing
- Public speaking
- Time management
- Google Suite
- Leadership
- Technical Proficiency
Certification
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- BCBA Fieldwork Hours
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavioral Support Crisis Intervention Specialist
VISION QUEST
04.2024 - Current
Senior Therapist
Trumpet Behavioral Health
07.2023 - Current
Behavior Consultant (Supervisor Clinician)
Centria Health Care
04.2022 - 06.2023
Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Centria Health Care
06.2021 - 04.2022
Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Trumpet Behavioral Health
06.2021 - 02.2022
Undergraduate Intern
Disability Resource Center
10.2019 - 05.2021
Master's degree - Applied Behavior Analysis
North Central University
B.S. - Rehabilitation And Counseling Services
University of Arizona
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