Miranda Smith
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Knowledgeable Behavior Technician with over 3 years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavioral Technician
Lacuna Autism
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized behavior intervention services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Conducted functional assessments and created behavior plans tailored to the needs of each client.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions such as Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, positive reinforcement strategies, and other behavioral approaches.
- Monitored progress of clients through data collection and analysis.
- Collaborated with families, teachers, and other professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions including progress notes, session logs, and data sheets.
- Assisted in developing social skills programs designed to increase communication abilities among clients.
- Facilitated group activities that promote cooperation, problem solving, and team building skills among participants.
- Instructed clients on appropriate behaviors in various settings such as school or home environments.
- Provided emotional support to help clients cope with challenging behaviors or situations.
- Engaged in regular supervision sessions with supervisors to discuss client progress and address any concerns or issues arising from treatment sessions.
- Utilized verbal prompts, visual aids, modeling, prompting techniques during therapy sessions when necessary.
- Created a safe environment for clients by monitoring them closely during playtime or leisure activities.
- Developed positive relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards their needs.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Keystone Acheivements
Colorado Springs, COLORADO
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided individualized behavior intervention services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions such as Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, positive reinforcement strategies, and other behavioral approaches.
- Monitored progress of clients through data collection and analysis.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions including progress notes, session logs, and data sheets.
- Assisted in developing social skills programs designed to increase communication abilities among clients.
- Instructed clients on appropriate behaviors in various settings such as school or home environments.
- Provided emotional support to help clients cope with challenging behaviors or situations.
- Engaged in regular supervision sessions with supervisors to discuss client progress and address any concerns or issues arising from treatment sessions.
- Utilized verbal prompts, visual aids, modeling, prompting techniques during therapy sessions when necessary.
- Created a safe environment for clients by monitoring them closely during playtime or leisure activities.
- Developed positive relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards their needs.
- Modified teaching methods according to the needs of each individual client.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Bright Behavior
Colorado Springs, COLORADO
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans, monitored progress, and made adjustments as needed.
- Provided direct instruction and guidance to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in accordance with their treatment plans.
- Tracked data on client behaviors using a variety of methods including but not limited to ABC charts, frequency counts, duration recording, interval recording.
- Conducted functional assessments for challenging behaviors and designed individualized behavior support plans accordingly.
- Collaborated closely with other team members such as BCBAs, parents, caregivers, teachers, therapists to ensure consistency across all environments.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress including daily notes, session summaries and other reports as required by supervisor.
- Attended regular staff meetings and trainings related to ABA principles and techniques.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when teaching new skills or reducing problem behaviors.
- Instructed clients in basic self-help skills such as toileting, dressing, grooming and eating.
- Assisted clients with communication challenges through the use of visual supports or augmentative devices.
- Facilitated leisure activities that promote socialization among clients while reinforcing newly acquired skills.
- Observed client interactions within their natural environment in order to identify potential triggers for problem behaviors.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
Registered Behavior Technician
By Your Side - Autism Therapy Services
Colorado Springs, COLORADO
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments to identify target behaviors and develop strategies for reduction and elimination.
- Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Facilitated social skills groups for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case updates and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
- Modeled appropriate social behaviors for students while providing feedback when necessary.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
Registered Behavior Technician
Colorado Behavior and Learning Group
Colora, COLORADO
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments to identify target behaviors and develop strategies for reduction and elimination.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Facilitated social skills groups for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Instructed staff members on how to implement behavioral interventions and utilize positive reinforcement strategies effectively.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case updates and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
- Modeled appropriate social behaviors for students while providing feedback when necessary.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
William J. Palmer High School
Colorado Springs, CO05-2015
Skills
- Social Skills Development
- Data Collection
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Support Plans
- Group Instruction
- Crisis Management
- Data collection and analysis
- Active Listening
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Rapport Building
- Employee Training
- Encouragement and Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Time management abilities
- Behavioral support
Timeline
Registered Behavioral Technician
Lacuna Autism
07.2023 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
Keystone Acheivements
03.2023 - 06.2023
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Bright Behavior
09.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
By Your Side - Autism Therapy Services
08.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
Colorado Behavior and Learning Group
01.2021 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
William J. Palmer High School