Patrycja Skupien
Willowbrook,US
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 7 years of proven success in delivering evidence-based treatment to children and adults. Skilled in behavior assessment, treatment planning, data analysis, and fostering effective team collaboration. Committed to improving client outcomes through personalized intervention strategies and creating a supportive environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Registered Behavior Therapist
The Place for Children with Autism
07.2020 - Current
- Provide one-on-one support using evidence-based interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder, enhancing their communication, social skills, and positive behavior change.
- Record data during sessions and collect data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Analyze data to monitor client progress.
- Conduct initial client intakes and functional assessments to identify problem behaviors to enable development of targeted intervention plans.
- Design individual treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Conduct parent trainings on evidence-based procedures and discuss client progress.
- Collaborate with family to develop and implement a comprehensive toilet treatment plan.
- Implement social skills groups for clients to practice peer interactions in a structured setting.
- Collaborate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Speech Language Pathologists to ensure most effective treatment approach while adhering to the highest ethical standards.
- Enhance professional knowledge by participating in ongoing training and continuing education opportunities related to behavior analysis.
- Train and mentor new therapists, enhancing team effectiveness and client outcomes.
- Conduct monthly staff training to ensure effective and consistent service delivery.
Program Coordinator
Trinity Services, Inc.
12.2017 - 07.2020
- Led Community Day Service Program, improving client care for adults with intellectual disabilities.
- Trained and supervised Direct Support Professionals, boosting team efficiency and service quality.
- Monitored employee work and developed improvement plans.
- Collaborated with Board Certified Behavior Analysts to set and achieve effective client goals.
- Collected skill acquisition and behavior reduction data.
- Developed new activities to increase client engagement and participation.
- Provided crisis intervention support during challenging situations, ensuring safety for all involved parties while effectively managing maladaptive behaviors.
Program Specialist
Trinity Services, Inc.
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Supported Program Coordinator with administrative tasks and curriculum development.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic and passion for helping clients achieve their goals.
- Completed daily reports and provided direct support to individuals with maladaptive behaviors.
- Facilitated community outings and assisted with daily living activities.
- Improved quality of care in Community Day Service and Residential settings.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL05.2015
Skills
- Behavior assessment and plan development
- Personalized treatment implementation
- Data collection and interpretation
- Clinical supervision
- Ethical decision making
- Cultural competence
- Parent collaboration
- Creative problem solving and active listening
- Effective communication
- Collaboration with professionals
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Staff training
- Multitasking abilities
- Time management
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- QBS Safety Care-Certified
References
- April Bowgren, BCBA, The Place for Children with Autism, abowgren@theplaceforaba.com, (773) 569-3959
- Erica Eppler, BCBA, The Place for Children with Autism, eeppler@theplaceforaba.com, (773) 569-3959
- Jenny Garcia, Outreach, The Place for Children with Autism, jgarcia@theplaceforaba.com, (312) 363-9882
Languages
Polish
Timeline
Lead Registered Behavior Therapist
The Place for Children with Autism
07.2020 - Current
Program Coordinator
Trinity Services, Inc.
12.2017 - 07.2020
Program Specialist
Trinity Services, Inc.
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- QBS Safety Care-Certified
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lewis University
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