Myiesha Hariley
Brooklyn
Summary
Dedicated and highly trusted healthcare, behavioral health, and family support professional with 14+ years of experience serving children, adults, and individuals with developmental and behavioral challenges across home, school, community, and healthcare environments. Bringing over years of direct ABA and behavioral intervention experience, partnering with families, caregivers, educators, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes and strengthen engagement, while enhancing quality of life.
Building lasting relationships, fostering trust, resolving concerns before they escalate, and ensuring families feel supported throughout every stage of care. Proven ability to advocate for vulnerable populations, coordinate services, improve communication among staff and family and create positive experiences that increase family satisfaction and retention.
Combines extensive experience in behavioral health, disability services, education, customer relations, and executive operations with exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Recognized as a compassionate leader who brings professionalism, empathy, accountability, and a solutions-focused approach to every interaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Technician
Vibrant ABA
Brooklyn, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to enhance client engagement.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions, reinforcing positive behavior and skill acquisition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment strategies.
- Monitored client progress, documenting behavioral data for analysis and reporting.
- Facilitated parent training sessions to support carryover of skills at home.
- Ensured compliance with ethical guidelines and regulatory standards throughout service delivery.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment that encouraged collaboration, problem-solving, and self-advocacy among clients.
- Followed Individualized Family Service Plan and developed methodologies for reaching each child's specific developmental goals.
- Equipped caregivers to be active participants in intervention through addressing specific goals, delivering coaching sessions and communicating with entire team.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
- Defined core problems and determined key strategies for investigating and remediating concerns.
Direct Support Professional
City Access New York
Staten Island, NY
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Provided individualized support to adults with developmental disabilities, fostering independence and daily living skills.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and regular progress assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and ensure clients' needs were met effectively.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to promote positive outcomes and enhance social interactions among clients.
- Monitored client health and safety, responding promptly to emergencies and reporting significant changes in condition.
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged community engagement and improved clients' quality of life.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and regulations.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
ABA Technician
Manhattan Behavioral Center
Manhattan, NY
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Adapted interventions based on ongoing assessment of client needs and responses.
- Implemented creative methods for teaching social skills, including role-play scenarios, video modeling, and group activities.
- Reduced maladaptive behaviors with the implementation of function-based interventions.
- Consistently collected data on client progress, ensuring accurate measurement of skill acquisition and goal achievement.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality ABA services tailored to individual needs.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment that encouraged collaboration, problem-solving, and self-advocacy among clients.
Technical Support Engineer
Dark Arts Consulting
Plainview, NY
01.2014 - 08.2023
- Resolved complex technical issues through systematic troubleshooting and problem-solving methodologies.
- Provided expert guidance on software installations and configurations to enhance client system performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, reducing ticket resolution times.
- Conducted training sessions for junior staff on best practices in customer support and technical processes.
- Led initiatives to streamline support workflows, improving overall efficiency within the technical support department.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues promptly and effectively.
- Earned recognition from management for consistently delivering exceptional service quality.
- Delivered Tier-3 support and SME input to internal and external customers.
- Implemented remote support system, enabling efficient troubleshooting without need for onsite visits.
ABA Paraprofessional
Brooklyn Ascend Charter
Brooklyn, NY
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and adapt strategies for diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student behavior in classroom settings, reinforcing positive behaviors through consistent feedback and encouragement.
- Developed supportive relationships with students, fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Engaged with families to provide updates on student progress, promoting strong home-school partnerships for individual success.
- Implemented visual schedules and supports to help students transition smoothly between activities throughout the day.
- Reduced instances of disruptive behaviors through proactive intervention strategies and consistent implementation of behavior plans.
Film Production Assistant
Film Industry
Manhattan, NY
02.2012 - 05.2016
- Coordinated logistics for film shoots, ensuring timely availability of equipment and personnel.
- Assisted in set preparation and breakdown, maintaining organization and safety protocols throughout production.
- Supported directors and crew during filming, adapting quickly to changing priorities on set.
- Led post-production wrap-up activities, ensuring thorough documentation and feedback collection for future improvements.
- Served as a liaison between actors and wardrobe department, facilitating costume changes efficiently throughout filming.
- Maintained professional relationships with vendors, securing necessary resources at competitive prices for productions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Disability Studies
City University of New York
New York, NY06-2028
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Child Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN07-2026
Skills
- Collaboration with professionals
- Reinforcement procedures
- Functional communication training
- Social skills development
- Parent training
- Behavioral assessment
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Effective communication
Certification
- Classroom and Behavioral Health, Exec-Search Group - 2014
- Ai Implications for Business Strategy, MIT Sloan School - 2018
- Early Childhood Education Trainings, ECETP - Current
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 40 plus staff members.
- Collaborated with team of six in the development of and ongoing care of ABA services.
- Documented and resolved communication issue which led to client retention.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
ABA Technician
Manhattan Behavioral Center
05.2025 - 12.2025
Direct Support Professional
City Access New York
03.2024 - 01.2026
ABA Technician
Vibrant ABA
09.2023 - Current
ABA Paraprofessional
Brooklyn Ascend Charter
08.2015 - 06.2019
Technical Support Engineer
Dark Arts Consulting
01.2014 - 08.2023
Film Production Assistant
Film Industry
02.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Disability Studies
City University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Child Psychology
Capella University