Rachel (Rae) Pope
Applied Behavior Analysis
Laramie,WY
Summary
Dynamic BCBA and Owner at Focused Behavior Solutions, LLC, with a proven track record in operations management and employee development. Successfully transformed internal structures to enhance decision-making and workflows, while fostering a motivated team. Expert in behavior programming and clinical oversight, driving impactful outcomes for children with Autism and related disorders.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner and BCBA
Focused Behavior Solutions, LLC
Spokane
11.2016 - Current
- Obtains organizational status and outlook from submitted reports and forecasts.
- Mitigates legislation impact on business activities with lobbying and compliance efforts
- Bolsters internal operations through improved decision-making and workflows.
- Reduces duplication of roles with clear responsibilities, policies and procedures
- Establishes and coordinates between sites and departments
- Institutes corrective actions to address organizational issues
- Interprets and explains company policies to partners and regulatory bodies
- Facilitates business continuity, negotiating contracts and agreements with partners
- Encourages business autonomy, delegating tasks and duties to staff
- Boosts company profile through media interviews, conferences and public speeches
- Transforms internal structure to meet changing operational demands
- Oversees leadership and clinical operations for multiple clinics
- Developed and Oversees operational management of center-based services
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
- Provided supervision for BCBAs including case management consultation, time-management, supervisor skills training, and staff management training
- Developed and implemented assessment-based behavior support programs for children diagnosed with Autism and related disorders
- Performed functional assessments including FAST, FAI, QABF, MAS, Vineland-III, PDDBI, and ABC analysis
- Performs curriculum assessments including ABLLS, AFLS, VB-MAPP
- Performed reinforcement assessments, including reinforcer sampling, staff interviews, paired choice
- Developed individualized data collection systems
- Provided on-site supervision for RBTs and support staff as needed
- Provided mentorship, supervision, and training for BCBAs
- Provided clinical oversight of behavior assessments and behavior programming
ABA Specialist
Harrison School District 2- Sand Creek Elementary School- The Autism Program
Colorado Springs
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Trained staff on ABA principles focusing on Natural Environment teaching, Verbal Behavior, Discrete Trial Training, etc
- Conducted FBA's, and wrote BIP's for IEP's (under District Psychologist approval)
- Implemented BIPs
- Trained staff in implementing BIPs, utilizing treatment integrity checklist's, modeling, and in-situ aid
- Created data collection sheets for ABA related IEP goals for each student
- Updated progress reports for parents
- Conducted direct teaching utilizing Natural Environment Training, Mand Training, Discrete Trials, Errorless Learning, Functional Communication Training, and more
- Developed programming for nonvocal students utilizing Speech Generating Devices, Picture Exchange Communication systems, and other Alternative Communication devices
- Collaborated very closely with SLP, OT, and School Psychologist on a weekly basis
Registered Behavior Technician
Haven Behavior Health- Family Support Center - Autism Services
Colorado Springs
02.2015 - 08.2015
- Provided direct Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to children and adolescent diagnosed with Autism, and other neurodevelopment disabilities and typical behavior issues in efforts to increase language and communication skills, social skills, appropriate play skills, cooperation skills, and daily living skills
- Maintained progress notes for every client contact and submit progress notes, and insurance charge sheets
- Communicated confidentially and professionally with behavior analysts, and parents about child's progress and concerns
- Practiced conducting Functional Behavior Assessments, Living Skills Assessment, VB-MAPP, writing behavior plans, and developing programming, among others
- Collected and analyzed data on client progress (Frequency, Latency, Temporal, Duration, etc.)
- Developed curriculum, lesson plans and activities, and conducted psychoeducation for adolescents diagnosed with Autism
Mental Health Technician
Peak View Behavioral Health
Colorado Springs
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted in treatment of mental health clients
- Assisted in nursing intake and identifying diagnosis
- Observed, monitored, recorded, and reported client's progress both verbally and electronically
- Conducted psychoeducational groups including topics such as Healthy Conflict, Communication Styles, Love Languages, and many more
- Conducted unit self-assessments and survey's as well as listened to client's concerns, complaints and suggestions, dealing with them appropriately
- Performed safety checks, and maintained a safe environment
- Participated in client conferences to coordinate treatment plans
Education
M.A. - Applied Behavior Analysis, Specialization in Autism
Ball State University
B.S. - Psychology
University of Maryland- University College
Skills
- Talent development
- Marketing
- Employee motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational management
- Workflow optimization
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner and BCBA
Focused Behavior Solutions, LLC
11.2016 - Current
ABA Specialist
Harrison School District 2- Sand Creek Elementary School- The Autism Program
08.2015 - 06.2016
Registered Behavior Technician
Haven Behavior Health- Family Support Center - Autism Services
02.2015 - 08.2015
Mental Health Technician
Peak View Behavioral Health
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
M.A. - Applied Behavior Analysis, Specialization in Autism
Ball State University
B.S. - Psychology
University of Maryland- University College
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