ROXANA NAEMI
Summary
Pursued a comprehensive academic and professional journey in psychology and behavior analysis. Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2021, followed by pursuing a Master's in Behavior Analysis Practice from the Florida Institute of Technology. Career focused in applied behavior analysis, particularly in supporting individuals with autism and related diagnoses. Roles as a Registered Behavioral Therapis and Analyst in Training at Autism Rehabilitation Center and Autism F.I.R.S.T. involved implementing behavioral interventions in diverse settings like homes, communities, and schools. Contributed significantly to research, assisting in studies on health inequalities, cancer prevention, substance use, and the opioid crisis. Certifications in CPR, first aid, and behavioral technician training, underscoring commitment to professional development and compassionate care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavioral Therapist/Analyst in Training
Autism F.I.R.S.T.
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Utilize and apply Applied Behavioral Analysis principles to clients with autism and related diagnoses in the home, community, and school setting
- Motivate clients through positive reinforcement
- As an analyst in training, tasks included assessment, reviewing data/programs, training new hire/staff, providing behavioral support, and working closely with BCBAs
Registered Behavioral Therapist/Child Development Specialist
Recognizing Children’s Gift Behavioral Health Network
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Utilize and apply Applied Behavioral Analysis principles to clients with autism and related diagnoses in the home, community, and school setting
- Motivate clients through positive reinforcement
Undergraduate Research Assistant – to Dr. Guy and Dr. Hayes
Research Assistant in Health Inequalities/Cancer Prevention and Substance Use
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Assist with data collection, data entry, management, analysis of ongoing projects, and facilitating focus groups and interviews
- Conducting and preparing systematic literature reviews and assisting with editing and preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
Undergraduate Research Assistant – to Dr. Zimmerman
Analyzing Effects of the Opioid Crisis in Southwest Virginia
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Tasks include supporting the evaluation of different research methods by becoming familiar with the process, helping plan and communicate the steps involved, help organize and implement data collection
Volunteer Teacher Assistant – to Mrs. Peyton grade 3
PHSSA VIP Program
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Met with students in classroom to discuss any help they may need; help assist teacher in the classroom, and observe student’s performance
Registered Behavioral Therapist/Analyst in Training
Autism Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - Current
- Utilize and apply Applied Behavioral Analysis principles to clients with autism and related diagnoses
- Conducting assessments including VB-MAPP and PEAK
- Parent training
- As an analyst in training, tasks included assessment, reviewing data/programs, training new hire/staff, providing behavioral support, and working closely with BCBAs
Undergraduate Research Assistant – to Dr. Williams
EMPOWER Youth Lab
01.2020
- Encouraging and motivating positive development and well-being among ethnic-racial youth
Education
Master in Behavior Analysis Practice -
Florida Institute of Technology
08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
12-2021
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Qualtrics Software
- Behavioral plan management
- Treatment implementation
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto-Injector, American Red Cross, 2023-2025
- Registered Behavioral Technician Certification, 2023
- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Program (CITI), Virginia Commonwealth University, 2020-2022
- Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting, and Responding for Educators, Virginia Department of Social Services, 2021
- Essential Epidemiologic Tools for Public Health Practice, John Hopkins University, 2020
Relatedexperience
- EMPOWER Youth Lab, Undergraduate Research Assistant – to Dr. Williams, 01/2020, Present
- PHSSA VIP Program, Volunteer Teacher Assistant – to Mrs. Peyton grade 3, 02/2020, 03/2020
- John Champe High School, Teacher Assistant – to Mrs. Kwong in English Honors/Academic grades 9 & 12, 08/2017, 06/2018
- Ismaili Cultural Center, Presentation Leader, 03/2014, 03/2018
- Girl Scouts: AMISTAD, Group Leader, 07/2014
Languages
- English
- Farsi
Publications
Evidence-Based Programs & Measures of Mental Health Literacy among Adolescents: A Narrative Research Review, Undergraduate Research Poster-Virginia Commonwealth University, 01/2020
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Behavioral Therapist/Analyst in Training
Autism Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - Current
Registered Behavioral Therapist/Analyst in Training
Autism F.I.R.S.T.
06.2022 - 05.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant – to Dr. Guy and Dr. Hayes
Research Assistant in Health Inequalities/Cancer Prevention and Substance Use
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Behavioral Therapist/Child Development Specialist
Recognizing Children’s Gift Behavioral Health Network
03.2021 - 05.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant – to Dr. Zimmerman
Analyzing Effects of the Opioid Crisis in Southwest Virginia
08.2020 - 05.2021
Volunteer Teacher Assistant – to Mrs. Peyton grade 3
PHSSA VIP Program
02.2020 - 03.2020
Undergraduate Research Assistant – to Dr. Williams
EMPOWER Youth Lab
01.2020
Master in Behavior Analysis Practice -
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
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