Paulina Ponce
9858 Acacia Avenue,CA
Summary
Dedicated to helping youth of all backgrounds broaden understanding and improve prospects. Supports educational, emotional and behavioral needs through activities, entertainment, and academic assistance.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley
05.2025 - Current
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
- Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
ABA Behavior Therapist
Acuity Behavior Solutions
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Reduced challenging behaviors by implementing evidence-based interventions and monitoring their effectiveness.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advances in ABA research and practice standards.
- Skillfully managed challenging situations using crisis intervention strategies when necessary, prioritizing safety for all involved parties.
- Increased client engagement by adapting therapy sessions to suit individual learning styles and preferences.
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans and implement continuity of care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Garden Grove High School
Garden Grove, CA05-2023
Skills
- Youth mentoring
- Documentation skills
- Program planning
- Valid Driver's license
- Goal setting
- Academic assistance
- Positive environment planning
- Social-emotional learning
- Crisis management
- Youth behavior management
- Rapport building
- Verbal and written communication
- Cognitive behavior therapy
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley
05.2025 - Current
ABA Behavior Therapist
Acuity Behavior Solutions
04.2024 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Garden Grove High School
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