Natalie Iafe
Dunedin
Summary
Dedicated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with over 2.5 years of experience in delivering Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with autism and related developmental disorders. Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis at the Florida Institute of Technology, with the goal of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Strong ability to implement behavior intervention plans, collect and analyze data, and collaborate effectively with BCBAs, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Committed to fostering positive behavior change and enhancing clients' quality of life through ethical and personalized care approaches.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Focus Behavior Supports, LLC
11.2025 - Current
- Provide 1:1 therapeutic services in the clinic setting under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to children with developmental disorders, such as autism.
- Collected and analyzed data on client behavior to ensure accurate reporting and continuous improvement of interventions.
- Provide crisis intervention services to address crises.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to promote skill acquisition and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Analysis Solutions
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Provide 1:1 therapeutic services under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to children ages 4-15 with various developmental disorders such as Autism, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and others.
- Implement positive reinforcement procedures to help children develop self-management skills and build positive relationships
- Implement evidence-based interventions that improve communication, social, and daily living skills in the clinic, home, and school settings
- Provide crisis intervention services to address crisis situations
- Assisted in the implementation of classroom management plans to ensure a safe learning environment
Mental Health Counselor
Rush University Medical Center
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitored and reported changes in patients' physical and mental health status
- Collaborated with medical professionals to provide integrated care to patients with mental health and physical health issues
- Facilitated therapeutic groups to patients to make their stay more comfortable and provide coping skills
- Talk 1:1 with patients, acting as their first line of support while staying on the unit
- Assist nursing staff with taking vital signs, rounding on patients, assisting with daily care routines, and meal times
Registered Behavior Technician
KGH Autism Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided positive reinforcement to help individuals develop self-management skills and build positive relationships with peers and adults
- Implemented evidence-based interventions that improved communication, social, and daily living skills
- Documented progress and changes in data collection systems to track and evaluate progress
- Trained parents and caregivers in the use of positive reinforcement to improve behavior
- Provided crisis intervention services to address crisis situations
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis; Emphasis on Autism Spectrum Disorder
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL07.2021
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Therapeutic techniques
- Reinforcement procedures
- Error correction techniques
- Discrete trial training
- Data collection and analysis
- Social skills development
- Natural environment training
- Behavior intervention plans
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician, 01/21
- Professional Crisis Management (PCM), 04/24
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 08/24, 08/26
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Focus Behavior Supports, LLC
11.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavior Analysis Solutions
01.2024 - 11.2025
Mental Health Counselor
Rush University Medical Center
07.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
KGH Autism Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis; Emphasis on Autism Spectrum Disorder
Florida Institute of Technology