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Samiyah Watts

Barnesville,GA

Summary

To secure a Clinic Director or Clinic Director Assistant position in the ABA field, leveraging skills and proficiencies in client care, organizing and creating filing systems, and compliance with federal, state, and local standards for education and training. Patient Behavior Technician with 4 years of experience implementing behavioral plans and designated interventions for clients suffering from various 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. Energetic professional performs assessments, monitors behavior and helps develop treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Offers skills in task prioritization and task management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Administration position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Henry County School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Used Google Doc share folder to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
  • Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
  • Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
  • Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.

Registered Behavioral Technician

Hearts And Hands ABA Therapy Services
01.2023 - Current
  • Conduct RBT-certified ABA therapy sessions for clients
  • Implement behavior reduction plans and track skills acquisition
  • Maintain confidentiality of client information
  • Utilize Mand training to provide safe and effective client care
  • Use the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Discrete Trial Training (DTT), and Pivotal Response Training (PRT) techniques to support clients' needs
  • Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality care.

Registered Behavioral Technician

Hope bridge Autism Therapy Center
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Conduct RBT-certified ABA therapy sessions for clients
  • Implement behavior reduction plans and track skills acquisition
  • Maintain confidentiality of client information
  • Utilize Mand training to provide safe and effective client care
  • Use the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Discrete Trial Training (DTT), and Pivotal Response Training (PRT) techniques to support clients' needs
  • Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality care.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Used Rethink to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
  • Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
  • Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
  • Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.

Direct Care Staff

Georgia Baptist Children Home
03.2020 - 10.2021
  • Provided in-home patient care for developmentally disabled and geriatric patients
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and accompanied them to doctor's appointments
  • Administered medication per instructions and developed systems to ensure patients continued medication regimes when alone
  • Maintained neat and clean homes with light housekeeping duties and cooked meals for patients
  • Documented patient behaviors and assisted with treatment modalities
  • Trained patients on simple care activities such as housekeeping and grooming
  • Ensured patient environment was safe and hazard-free.

Paraprofessional

Lamar County Schools
07.2017 - 01.2021
  • Assisted special education teacher in non-teaching tasks and aided in developing and implementing curriculum for students with special needs
  • Managed educational materials and resource procurement
  • Supported students by following plan for action for rehabilitation and monitored students' progress
  • Supervised student activities in class, halls, and playgrounds and modeled classroom behavior and ensured students followed rules
  • Assisted teachers in assessing students' performance and maintained students' progress report in the facility's database
  • Encouraged students to take part in specially designed programs and ensured safety of students.

Economic Support Specialist I

Upson County DFCS
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Collected, verified, and documented necessary information to determine eligibility for various assistance programs
  • Researched, interpreted, and explained federal, state, and local policies governing eligibility and legal rights and responsibilities of applicants and participants
  • Assessed individuals and families and made referrals to other units within the agency as well as to outside agencies as appropriate
  • Developed and maintained the ability to problem-solve and to perform duties in an independent manner while exercising good judgment
  • Maintained confidentiality of client records and personal information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
10-2025

General Diploma Obtained, 2008 university - undefined

Lamar County Comprehensive High School
05.2008

Skills

  • Effective communicator with an ability to build strong relationships
  • Skilled in organizing and creating filing systems
  • Proficient in complying with federal, state, and local standards for education and training
  • Experienced in maintaining confidential information
  • Ability to analyze information, ensure accuracy and resolve complex problems
  • Proficient in maintaining educational and resource materials

References

Reference Name, Title, Company, Contact Information

Communication Skills

  • Mount Olive Outreach Ministries, Griffin, Georgia, Georgia, 01/2004, Present, Secretary of Youth & Children Program/Feed the Hungry Project Administrator, Build relationships with youth and their families., Encourage discipleship and developing in faith., Oversee programs and events., Organize and distribute food., Coordinate flow of services and family resources., Prepare and serve food.
  • Lamar County Schools, Barnesville, Georgia, 08/2006, 04/2008, Office Secretary/Intern, Filed educational and school documents., Provided office and clerical support., Screened visitors and telephone calls., Compiled, typed and copied correspondence, reports, publications, records and other materials., Organized, sorted and distributed mail and email messages.

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Henry County School District
08.2023 - Current

Registered Behavioral Technician

Hearts And Hands ABA Therapy Services
01.2023 - Current

Registered Behavioral Technician

Hope bridge Autism Therapy Center
07.2021 - 09.2022

Direct Care Staff

Georgia Baptist Children Home
03.2020 - 10.2021

Paraprofessional

Lamar County Schools
07.2017 - 01.2021

Economic Support Specialist I

Upson County DFCS
05.2017 - 08.2017

General Diploma Obtained, 2008 university - undefined

Lamar County Comprehensive High School

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
Samiyah Watts