Misty Deraps

• Delivered evidence-based behavior curricula to students while maintaining high levels of behavioral and academic expectations for students.
• Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
• Evaluated intervention effectiveness using data-driven approaches, modifying strategies as needed to optimize student outcomes.
• Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized behavioral support plans and monitoring their effectiveness.
• Provided ongoing consultation services, supporting educators in managing challenging student behaviors effectively.
• Contributed to program evaluation efforts by collecting data on key performance indicators related to student progress.
• Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and open communication while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Facilitated group sessions to promote social skills development and positive peer interactions among students.
• Upheld ethical standards at all times by adhering to professional guidelines and maintaining student's confidentiality.
• Improved family involvement and understanding by providing education on behavioral strategies and techniques for use at home.
• Promoted self-regulation skills among students through targeted coaching sessions and skill-building exercises.
• Contributed to a safe and supportive environment by promptly addressing crisis situations and utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive academic and SEL plans for students, resulting in improved outcomes.
• Advocated for student needs within the community, connecting individuals with appropriate resources and services.
• Reduced the occurrence of challenging behaviors by conducting thorough assessments and identifying underlying triggers.
• Assisted in staff training and professional development initiatives, sharing expertise in behavior management strategies with colleagues.
• Developed intervention support plans for students to build behavioral skill capacity and preserve student access to instruction.
• Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.

I worked with a multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of students with developmental delays and/or disabilities as well as emotional and behavioral disorders.

I oversought an am and pm student with 1:1 and 2:1 support, depending on the individual student's needs.

We honed in on each student's specified areas of learning to get them to an optimal point of functioning using their strengths to build momentum and motivate each student to find their highest level of functioning.

• Managed daily operations (ie. Answering phones, scheduling and rescheduling appointments, referring patients out for surgery and the like) ensuring timely completion of tasks and maintaining a well-organized work environment.
• Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
• Maintained inventory of office supplies, proactively restocking materials when needed to minimize downtime due to shortages.
• Kept front office clean and well-organized to keep areas presentable for guests and maximize professional appeal.
• Handled sensitive information with discretion by adhering to confidentiality protocols at all times.
• Conferred with insurance company representatives to expedite payments and resolve filing issues, keeping aging balances low and office finances strong.
• Provided backup to front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee was absent or at lunch.
• Performed basic screenings on patients (fields and photos) to help streamline patient visits.
• Taught patients how to use (put in and take out) contact lenses and review safety protocols to encourage patients to use them properly to help them maintain eye health while using contact lenses.

• Maintained accurate data collection on client progress, enabling effective analysis and modification of treatment plans as needed.
• Reduced problem behaviors by teaching clients appropriate coping strategies and replacement behaviors.
• Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout therapy sessions.
• Adapted therapy materials based on individual needs, ensuring accessibility for all clients regardless of ability level or learning style.
• Provided one-on-one support and guidance for clients in various settings, promoting generalization of learned skills.
• Implemented social skills training groups, increasing peer interaction opportunities for clients.
• Supported family members in understanding ABA principles, empowering them to effectively implement strategies at home.
• Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
• Devised problem-solving methods such counseling, psychotherapy and homework assignments to improve clients' quality of life.
• Established rapport with clients, fostering trust and engagement in therapeutic activities.
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment goals, leading to better client progress.
• Encouraged clients to develop work skills and participate in social, recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships.
• Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
• Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
• Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
• Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
• Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
• Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Charted on each patient daily.
• Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
• Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
• Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
• Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
• Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
• Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
• Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
• Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
• Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.