Mieka McFarlane
Frisco
Summary
Highly analytical Behavioral Health Specialist with a B.S. in Psychobiology and 3+ years of focused clinical and residential experience. Proficient in delivering evidence-based behavioral interventions and support for clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Expertly apply Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles to implement customized Behavior Support Plans (BSPs). Proven success in analyzing clinical data, reducing challenging behaviors, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to maximize client autonomy and increase daily living skills. Driven to advance clinical skills while pursuing a Master’s in Counseling.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
APARA Autism
05.2025 - Current
- Analyzed and executed complex, individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), achieving an average 30% reduction in target maladaptive behaviors for high-needs clients over a six-month intervention period.
- Systematically structured and delivered over 20 unique daily teaching opportunities within naturalistic settings, successfully promoting spontaneous language, functional communication, and social-emotional growth.
- Designed and implemented novel generalization probes and mastery criteria to ensure long-term skill maintenance and transferability across multiple environments, staff, and caregivers.
- Developed and delivered specialized, hands-on training for new staff members on effective naturalistic teaching strategies and the structuring of high-quality, reinforcing learning opportunities.
- Maintained meticulous, real-time documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system (CentralReach), ensuring 100% adherence to clinical billing standards, and strict HIPAA guidelines for patient privacy.
Direct Support Professional
Global HCM Corporation
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Executed personalized therapeutic and comprehensive care plans for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on integrating life skills training to foster independence and enhance client autonomy.
- Conducted systematic monitoring and detailed documentation of client progress, accurately reporting behavioral observations, and adapting support strategies based on real-time assessments and clinical outcomes.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams (including nurses, therapists, and case managers) to coordinate care, ensure treatment fidelity, and facilitate successful community integration initiatives.
- Applied creative problem-solving and engagement strategies to adapt support methods to individual client needs, resulting in measurable progress in functional skill development and quality of life.
Special Needs Caregiver
Assisted Health Care
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed and executed personalized patient care plans, successfully promoting independence, and measurably enhancing the client's functional daily living skills and overall quality of life.
- Maintained accurate daily documentation of client progress, behavioral metrics, and critical incidents, ensuring timely communication and coordinated decision-making with the extended healthcare team.
- Acted as a primary liaison between the client and family members, collaboratively developing adaptive care strategies, and home-based support methods tailored to the individual's evolving needs.
- Consistently implemented foundational behavioral support strategies, meticulously tracking key metrics to monitor efficacy, and support continuous improvement in client development.
Research Lab Assistant
UCLA Animal Behavior and Cognition Lab
03.2018 - 09.2020
- Conducted structured behavioral studies on animal cognition, applying systematic methods for data collection, analysis, and interpretation of research findings, using statistical software.
- Developed and maintained precise research records while documenting complex animal behavior patterns, ensuring adherence to rigorous scientific integrity and ethical research standards.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary collaboration with research team members to successfully implement experimental designs, and ensure strict adherence to ethical research guidelines and protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA09-2020
Skills
- Clinical and Behavioral Intervention
- Technical Data and Analytics
- Interpersonal and Cultural Competence
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
APARA Autism
05.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Global HCM Corporation
02.2022 - 08.2024
Special Needs Caregiver
Assisted Health Care
06.2019 - 11.2021
Research Lab Assistant
UCLA Animal Behavior and Cognition Lab
03.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
University of California, Los Angeles