Robin Gabbard
Liberty Township,OH
Summary
Compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior modification techniques, data analysis, and treatment plan development to address various behavioral needs. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to foster positive outcomes in challenging environments. Adapt quickly to new situations with a focus on improving patient well-being through evidence-based practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Liberty Township, OH
08.2023 - Current
- Initiated Behavior Safety Team consultation service in a new service area.
- Provides consultation and training services to families, medical staff, and other professionals regarding best practices in ABA intervention methods.
- Directs, coordinates, and evaluates activities of staff engaged in patient assessment and treatment.
- Responds to crisis situations when mental health and/or behavioral issues arose.
- Collaborated with medical and quality improvement staff to help create processes and procedures for GI admission, Same Day Surgery procedures, and ambulatory procedures with patients who struggle in the medical setting.
Behavior Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
02.2018 - 08.2023
- Implemented de-escalation protocols when necessary to help keep students safe while managing their challenging behaviors.
- Supported parents by providing guidance on how they can reinforce desired behaviors at home.
- Conducted Functional Behavioral Assessments, developed Behavior Intervention Plans, and monitored patient progress in meeting discharge goals.
- Collaborated with school staff, parents/guardians, and medical team to ensure successful implementation of intervention plans.
- Monitored patient behavior using data collection systems and provided feedback to teachers on effectiveness of interventions implemented.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
06.2011 - 02.2018
- Provided direct patient care in an inpatient, severe behavior, neurobehavioral psychiatry unit, including assessment and treatment of mental health diagnoses such as autism, developmental delay, fragile X, and in-utero drug exposure.
- Collaborated and created intervention plans around patients' function of behavior, and provided staff and parent coaching around these plans.
- Worked alongside various treatment team members, such as physicians, psychologists, speech and occupational therapists, teachers, nursing, pharmacists, and dieticians, to help create a comprehensive intervention plan.
Case Manager
Centerpoint Health
Cincinnati, OH
04.2011 - 08.2011
- Supervised 15-20 intensive mental health adult clients, managing and providing transportation to appointments, community resources, and monitoring overall mental health status.
- Facilitated an individual treatment plan for each client.
- Crisis intervention with clients during stressful, potentially harmful situations to themselves or others.
- Ensure accurate and detailed billing information to payer sources.
Education
Master's Degree in Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ08.2016
BS - Criminal Justice,Spanish
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH12.2005
Spanish
Universidad Nacional
Heredia, Costa Rica05.2004
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Data collection and analysis
- Patient Advocacy
- Crisis Response
- Time Management
- Culturally Competent
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (1-21-51180)
- Completed 1500 supervision hours.
- Included inpatient and outpatient clients.
- Participated in group supervision.
- Currently supervising other BCBA candidates.
Affiliations
- Member of The Ohio Association of Behavior Analysis
- Association of Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)
- Member of ABA in Healthcare (Currently working towards ABAI SIG Status)
- Juntos (Hispanic) Employee Resource Group
- Equal (LGBTQIA+) Employee Resource Group
Accomplishments
- Patient Education Advocacy Award (2015)
- Poster author for ABAI Conference 2024: Acuity algorithm development to reduce staff injury on a neurobehavioral acute crisis stabilization inpatient unit.
- Presentation for CEs to medical staff: Behavior Safety in a Medical Setting (Series) (10/31/24)
- Panelist for the APBA (Association of Professional Behavior Analysts) 2025 Convention; Innovating Patient Care: Behavior Analysis as a Partner in Healthcare Integration (March 2025).
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Behavior Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
02.2018 - 08.2023
Behavioral Health Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
06.2011 - 02.2018
Case Manager
Centerpoint Health
04.2011 - 08.2011
Master's Degree in Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
BS - Criminal Justice,Spanish
University of Cincinnati
Spanish
Universidad Nacional
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