Nicole Shepherd
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other disabilities. Skilled in developing treatment plans, behavior intervention plans, conducting assessments, documenting and analyzing progress data. Committed to advocating for behavioral health and well-being of clients and their families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Mosaic Pediatric Therapy
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Coordinated & provided services in Applied Behavior Analysis
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Managed caseload of 7-10 clients ranging from ages 2-12 years old
- Supervised/trained Registered Behavior Technicians as well as student analysts who are currently in school to get their masters in ABA with intent to become a BCBA in the future.
- Experience in Clinic-based and home-based settings
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
- Provided ongoing supervision and feedback to registered behavior technicians, ensuring high-quality services for clients.
- Provided family guidance to client's parent(s) to build their knowledge in ABA and teach skills needed to support their child's progress at home.
- BCBA Mentor to new BCBAs within the company 2023-2024
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Mosaic Pediatric Therapy
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Trained new Behavior Technicians, promoting best practices and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Provided ongoing training/support and session overlap to registered behavior technicians
- Supported clients in achieving social skills development goals through targeted interventions and modeling.
- Assisted with conducting assessments
- Assisted with completing assessment reports
- Collected data on client behaviors, allowing for ongoing analysis and adjustments to treatment plans.
- Contributed to the reduction of challenging behaviors by implementing proactive strategies across settings.
- Assisted clients in generalizing learned skills, resulting in increased independence in daily life activities.
Registered Behavior Technician
Mosaic Pediatric Therapy
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans written by BCBA.
- Enhanced client's communication skills through the use of functional communication training.
- Taught social skills, functional play skills, and independent living skills to clients.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts (followed BIP written by BCBA)
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
Preschool Teacher
Rainbow Child Care Center
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Lead teacher for 2-3 year old classroom
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Certified Brain Trainer
Learning Rx
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Worked with elementary school aged children who struggled in the following areas: attention, working memory, long-term memory, logic and reasoning, processing speed, visual processing, and auditory processing
- Enhanced cognitive abilities in clients by implementing tailored brain training programs and activities
- Evaluated client progress regularly through comprehensive assessments to determine areas of improvement and adjust training strategies accordingly.
- Increased client retention rates by providing personalized support and maintaining open communication with clients throughout the training process.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, sharing insights on client progress and adjusting training plans as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ (online)12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte12.2017
Skills
- Incidental/Natural environment teaching strategies
- Errorless Learning Methods
- Picture Exchange Communication System
- Task Analysis Implementation
- Vocal Mand Training
- Creating methods for teaching independent living skills
- Data collection/data analyzation
- Program management
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Mosaic Pediatric Therapy
04.2021 - 01.2024
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Mosaic Pediatric Therapy
02.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Mosaic Pediatric Therapy
09.2018 - 04.2021
Preschool Teacher
Rainbow Child Care Center
05.2018 - 08.2018
Certified Brain Trainer
Learning Rx
08.2017 - 04.2018
Master of Arts - Special Education (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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