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Work History
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Rachel Christina

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Knowledgeable behavioral health professional with years of experience in supporting children with autism by implementing behavior management techniques and providing emotional support.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Supervisor

ChildCareCareers
03.2020 - 08.2020


  • Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.

Mental Health Aide

UPMC
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • The Merck Summer Intensive Treatment Program was a behavioral health program aimed to reduce serious psychiatric symptomatology and improve the daily lives of at-risk children and adolescents
  • Therapeutic methods included individualized behavior support plans, social skills/thinking, parallel play skills for development, communication training, group therapy, and recreational therapy.

Behavioral Health Technician

Alliance Health Wraparound
04.2021 - Current
  • Implement behavior intervention plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
  • Provide one-on-one behavioral support to children with autism to help them develop social skills, communication, and independence.
  • Conduct functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and develop appropriate strategies.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including BCBAs, therapists, teachers, and parents.
  • Document and track progress of interventions and behavior goals.
  • Support children in developing coping strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
  • Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as necessary.
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current on best practices in autism treatment.

Camp Counselor

YMCA
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Designing structured and educational play activities, creating a supportive and safe environment for children to explore, lifeguard certification for weekly waterfront trips, supervision on weekly field trips.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Pittsburgh
12.2020

Skills

  • Applied Behavioral Analysis ABA
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Registered Behavior Technician
  • Behavioral Management
  • Individualized care planning
  • Progress Documentation

References

  • Michelle Samuels, Alliance Health, (412) 403-8503
  • Dylan Longo, Alliance Health, (412) 613-4476
  • Maria Sugarmann, UPMC, (412) 452-6844
  • Tiana Michelle, UPMC, (631) 418-5238

Extracurricular Activities

ALPHA PHI OMEGA, Service Fraternity. Feel Good  NonProfit Organization, E-Board member as Enterprise Manager. 

Timeline

Behavioral Health Technician

Alliance Health Wraparound
04.2021 - Current

Assistant Supervisor

ChildCareCareers
03.2020 - 08.2020

Mental Health Aide

UPMC
05.2019 - 08.2019

Camp Counselor

YMCA
06.2017 - 08.2018

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Pittsburgh

Rachel Christina