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Ruth Duque

Antioch,TN

Summary

Registered Behavior Technician with 4 months of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Proficient at implementing specialized programs for children and individuals with developmental, emotional, and intellectual disabilities. Caring, compassionate, patient, and well-organized with excellent communication, interpersonal and social skills. Passionate about caring for children on the Autism Spectrum and providing the highest quality of services to clients with special needs.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Easterseals Of Tennessee
02.2024 - Current
  • Implemented a variety of scientifically based methodologies following the Behavior Intervention Plan including Pivotal Response Training (PRT), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-Handicapped Children (TEACCH), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Discrete Trial Training (DTT), and Social Skills Training.
  • Observed and recorded client behavior and responses to the BIP through several forms of data taking including partial interval recording, learn units, antecedent-behavior-consequence, and daily session notes.
  • Maintained daily progress notes on every client and submitted billing, insurance, incident report forms and all other required documents in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in the development of operationally defined targeted behaviors, goals, and plans as identified in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and Individualized Program Plan (IPP), with Clinical Supervisors, Board Certified Behavior Analysts and any other direct care staff as needed.
  • Ran one-to-one therapy sessions for children ages 3 to 13.
  • Communicated confidentially and professionally with parents, supervisors, behavior analysts, teachers, and other members of the client's team as necessary.


Certified Nursing Assistant

Lakeshore The Meadows
01.2023 - 02.2024


  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
01.2020 - 01.2023


  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Tennessee State University
Nashville, Tn
12.2022

Skills

  • Discrete Trial Training
  • Picture Exchange Communication System
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Certified in Adult/Infant CPR, First Aid, and AED
  • Adept at working with special needs children
  • Excellent time management/communication skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Verbal Communication
  • Attention to Detail

Accomplishments

  • Completed 40+ hours of online and hands-on training approved by the BACB to obtain my credential as a Registered Behavior Technician.

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Easterseals Of Tennessee
02.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lakeshore The Meadows
01.2023 - 02.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
01.2020 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Tennessee State University
Ruth Duque