Compassionate Behavior Technician with 8 years of experience implementing behavioral plans and designated interventions for clients suffering from various developmental, mental, and behavioral conditions. In-depth knowledge of treatment plans and modification strategies. Skilled relationship-builder with first-rate communication and time management abilities. Committed to promoting development of functional skills and independence. Seeking opportunity to use personal and professional experience to support struggling individuals in improving their well-being and quality of life.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Registered Behavior Technician
Kadiant LLC (Formerly STE Consultants Until 2020)
Oakland, CA
10.2016 - Current
Provide ABA services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Services are provided in-home, in school settings, and in community. During COVID-19, services were also provided via Telehealth where appropriate.
Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
Develop and maintain rapport with clients with individualized approach based on clients' likes and dislikes.
Develop and maintain compassionate and professional relationships with families and treatment teams.
Provide high-energy sessions with appropriate praise and affect.
Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
Exercised physical dexterity to safely implement crisis management interventions and therapeutic holds.
Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
Incorporate Natural Environment Training and Discrete Trial Training to assist patients in acquiring socially significant behaviors and living skills.
Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
Used Central Reach to document patient information, progress notes and treatment plans.
Promoted positive interactions of children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
Maintained professional and clinical perspective to avoid internalization regarding certain student behaviors or mannerisms.
Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Implement parent training where applicable
Participate in team meetings
Initiate monthly overlaps with supervisors
Timely and professional responses to emails and messages
Utilize systems to help create documents for data tracking
HIPPA compliant
CPR and First Aid certified
Mandated reporter with experience filing CPS reports
Schedule Coordinator
Kadiant, LLC
Remote
10.2020 - Current
Assisted Senior Scheduler in coordinating Team Member and client schedules
Professional, kind, and timely communication with all Team Members and client families
Utilization of Excel and Smart Sheet to document status of scheduling plans
Utilization of Vonage program for phone calls
Update calendars on Central Reach, connect Team Members to clients on CR, and update availability/location/activity log on client profiles
Providing resources and information to Team Members (I.e. Drive time policy, instructions for updating availability, explaining coordination process)
Regular check-ins with Senior Scheduler
Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
Trainer
ARCA
Albuquerque, NM
12.2015 - 05.2016
Create8-hour training course on strategies of working with individuals with Autism taught to employees of ARCA/families of clients
Used multi-media techniques, such as PowerPoint, videos, hands-on activities, hand-outs, and resource packets
Used time management to keep class from exceeding 8-hour period, provide adequate breaks, and complete full course.
Gathered and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons.
Educated peers on at-home methods to reach and maintain goals, crafting plans for long-term success.
Instructor
ARCA
Albuquerque, NM
10.2015 - 05.2016
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Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
HIPAA Compliant
CPR/First Aid certified
Behavioral Technician
THERAPUETIC PATHWAYS/THE KENDALL CENTERS
Tracy, CA
01.2014 - 09.2015
Provide ABA services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Services are provided in-home, in school settings, and in community. During COVID-19, services were also provided via Telehealth where appropriate.
Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
Develop and maintain rapport with clients with individualized approach based on clients' likes and dislikes.
Develop and maintain compassionate and professional relationships with families and treatment teams.
Provide high-energy sessions with appropriate praise and affect.
Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
Exercised physical dexterity to safely implement crisis management interventions and therapeutic holds.
Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
Incorporate Natural Environment Training and Discrete Trial Training to assist patients in acquiring socially significant behaviors and living skills.
Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
Used ABPathfinder to document patient information, progress notes and treatment plans. Documented session notes on paper.
Promoted positive interactions of children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
Maintained professional and clinical perspective to avoid internalization regarding certain student behaviors or mannerisms.
Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Implement parent training where applicable
Participate in team meetings
Initiate monthly overlaps with supervisors
Check and respond to emails in a professional and timely manner
Utilize systems to help create documents for data tracking
HIPPA compliant
CPR and First Aid certified
Mandated reporter with experience filing CPS reports
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Customer Service/Sales Rep
DIRECTV
Tracy, CA
06.2013 - 09.2013
Greet customers with an upbeat and smiling attitude
Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
Informed customers of sales and promotions to build customer base, boost traffic and increase customer loyalty.
Prospected continuously for new potential customers and maintained robust conversion rate.
Delivered superior customer service to retain existing customers and attract future customers.
Determined customer needs and interests to recommend DirecTV to customers.
Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
Assistant Manager
COFFEE ALI
Pleasanton, CA
11.2012 - 06.2013
Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas
Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment
Clean service or seating areas
Describe menu items to customers or suggest products that might appeal to them
Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products
Provide customers with product details, such as coffee blend or preparation descriptions
Receive and process customer payments.
Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels
Stock customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items
Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation
Take out garbage
Weigh, grind, or pack coffee beans for customers
Wrap, label, or date food items for sale
Create signs to advertise store products or events
Demonstrate the use of retail equipment, such as espresso machines
Open, close, and mid-shift work while being the only employee on duty.
Brand Representative
JUSTICE
Pleasanton, CA
08.2012 - 02.2013
Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs
Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers
Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires
Compute sales prices, total purchases and receive and process cash or credit payment
Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise
Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices
Demonstrate use or operation of merchandise
Place special orders or call other stores to find desired items
Prepare merchandise for purchase or rental
Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts, and know how to prevent or handle these situations
Inventory stock and requisition new stock
Ticket, arrange and display merchandise to promote sales
Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returns
Clean shelves, counters, and tables
Help customers try on or fit merchandise
Bag or package purchases, and wrap gifts.
Administrative Assistant
LANDSTAR
Danville, CA
06.2011 - 07.2011
Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents, using word processing,
spreadsheet, database, or presentation software
Answer phone calls and direct calls to appropriate parties or take messages
Conduct research, compile data, and prepare papers for consideration and presentation by executives, committees and
boards of directors
Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems, and
performing basic bookkeeping work
File and retrieve corporate documents, records, and reports
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Capella University
Online
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
National University
La Jolla, CA
Some College (No Degree) - Gen Ed
Las Positas Community College
Livermore, CA
High School Diploma -
WiloStar 3D Academy
Online
07.2012
Skills
Mental health services
Effective collaboration and interaction
Social activity planning
Interpersonal abilities
Service navigation
Rapport building
Problem-solving skills
Crisis Response
Intervention planning
Psychotropic medications knowledge
Providing direction
Leadership skills
Certification
CPR & First Aid
July 2020
PUBLICATIONS
Across the Canyons
September 2014
Poem published in an anthology; publishing company: Eber & Wein
Best Poets of 2015 Vol. 3
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