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Riley Buchanan

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic Lead Registered Behavior Technician with a proven track record at Individualized Intervention ABA, excelling in leadership skills and client engagement. Skilled in developing behavior intervention plans and fostering social skills, I empowered families through effective parent training, enhancing client independence and communication. Reliable leader committed to promoting best practices in ABA therapy.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Individualized Intervention ABA
06.2025 - Current
  • Lead social group sessions and gave other RBTs direction on how to contribute in session group time.
  • Provided direction from BCBA during parent training sessions, empowering families with knowledge and tools to support their child''s progress at home.
  • Assisted clients in generalizing learned skills, resulting in increased independence in daily life activities.
  • Effectively communicated ongoing progress updates to supervisors, facilitating informed decision-making regarding treatment plans adjustments.
  • Trained new Registered Behavior Technicians, promoting best practices and adherence to treatment protocols.

Registered Behavior Technician

Individualized Intervention ABA
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Used Central Reach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.

Wig and Makeup Crew

Houston Grand Opera Guild
04.2025 - Current
  • Worked with singers and musicians by assembling wigs for big productions like the show "Tannhauser".
  • Used teamwork to affectively complete quick changes in a timely manner.
  • Cleaned all work stations affectively to make singers and artist feel comfortable in changing rooms.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
05-2026

No Degree - Nursing

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

High School Diploma -

Spring Woods High School
Houston, TX
05-2020

Skills

  • Leadership and supervision
  • Staff training and development
  • Social skills development
  • Prompting strategies
  • Behavior intervention plans
  • Verbal behavior training
  • Parent and caregiver training
  • Client engagement
  • Group instruction
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Reliability

Certification

  • RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
  • American Red Cross BLS and CPR

Timeline

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Individualized Intervention ABA
06.2025 - Current

Wig and Makeup Crew

Houston Grand Opera Guild
04.2025 - Current

Registered Behavior Technician

Individualized Intervention ABA
07.2024 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Houston Community College

No Degree - Nursing

The University of Texas At San Antonio

High School Diploma -

Spring Woods High School

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