Sapna Chatlani
Edison
Summary
Lead Behavior Therapist with extensive experience in applied behavioral analysis and child development. Expert in conducting assessments, managing caseloads, and training staff to foster an environment of effective client support, enhancing developmental progress and ensuring quality care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Behavior Therapist
RightWay ABA
Paramus
11.2025 - Current
- Lead Behavior Therapist working 1:1 with clients in a center based setting
- Guided staff in implementing client programs, addressing questions and concerns to maintain high standards of care.
- Collaborated with team members to provide client updates and coordinate staffing needs, ensuring smooth operations during schedule changes and absences.
- Collected and recorded program and behavior data, ensuring accurate session notes in HIPP data management system for effective tracking.
- Assisted in conducting client assessments in collaboration with supervisory staff and BCBA.
- Participated in weekly supervision sessions with BCBA to review client progress and refine intervention strategies.
ABA Therapist
ABA Behavior Services
Berkeley Heights
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Provided individualized therapy to clients in daycare setting, fostering social and behavioral development.
- Implement individualized programs throughout the day
- Recorded program and behavior data using Central Essential app to track client progress and inform treatment adjustments.
- Documented daily session notes through Central Essential app to maintain accurate client records and facilitate communication with team.
- Weekly supervised sessions with BCBA
Deputy Assistant Clinical Director
A&J Behavioral Health
Metuchen
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Deputy Assistant Clinical Director who supervises Behavior Technician/ Behavior Therapist working 1:1 with clients in the home, school or daycare settings.
- Supervised behavior technicians/therapists during client sessions to ensure effective implementation of treatment plans.
- Conduct assessments (i.e.,ABLLS-R, AFLS, SRS, etc.) based on insurance
- Write up initial assessments and reassessments
- Modified and created programs, materials, and behavior datasheets to enhance client treatment and data tracking.
- Conducted training sessions for parents to enhance their skills in supporting their child's behavioral needs.
- Facilitated screenings by gathering essential information and coordinating assessments to support accurate diagnosis.
- Case load of 5 or more clients
ABA Instructor
Garden Academy
West Orange
10.2017 - 09.2023
- Behavioral Therapist who provides ABA therapy at a private non-profit school to 6-20 years old based on IEP and program goals.
- Provide 1:1 ABA therapy session
- Assisted BCBA's in conducting skills assessments (FA, FBA's, VB-MAPPS, ABLLS-R, AFLS), preference assessments, and PECS to enhance individualized learning plans.
- Updated and tailored client's programs to align with individual progress and educational needs.
- Provided primary care for learners by supporting their daily activities and educational needs.
- Assisted BCBA's in Parent Training
- Trained staff on Behavioral Skills Training (BST) on various topics
- Organized and prepared therapy session materials, facilitating effective learning and engagement for students.
- Graphs program data and behavior data through online software called ACE
- Received supervision for BCBA-certification
ABA Therapist
TEAM BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANTS
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Behavioral Therapist who provides ABA therapy at home settings to infants-12years old based on BCBA guidelines and lesson plans.
- Conducted individualized ABA therapy sessions in home settings to support child development.
- Provided age-appropriate reinforcements to enhance engagement and learning outcomes
- Updated client programs to align with evolving therapeutic needs
- Updates BCBA on programs that need modifications or changes
- Recorded and reviewed progress notes at end of sessions, ensuring parents' acknowledgment and understanding
- Inputs and graphs data through online software called catalyst
- Organized and assembled therapy materials for effective session implementation.
Behavioral Technician/Therapist
Epic Health Services
North Brunswick
12.2015 - 10.2017
- Behavioral Technician/Therapist who provides ABA therapy at the client's home from 18months-21 years old based on BCBA guidelines and lesson plans. Provided assistance in helping a child develop emotionally and behaviorally using play-based approaches or behavioral techniques.
- Delivered individualized ABA therapy sessions according to BCBA's assessment in a home environment.
- Facilitated client motivation through positive reinforcement strategies and implementation of behavior intervention plans for addressing problem behaviors
- Assisted clients in developing communication, academic, social, and behavioral skills based on individualized assessments.
- Established one-on-one environments to ensure tailored attention and support for each client
- Provide psychological and educational techniques based on the needs of each client
- Recorded and analyzed data in Rethink and data sheets to track client progress and effectiveness of ABA programs
- Administered age-appropriate reinforcements to encourage positive behavior during therapy sessions.
Behavioral Therapist
ABA4U
Union
04.2016 - 09.2017
- Behavioral Therapist who provides ABA therapy at the clinic to infants-8years old based on BCBA guidelines and lesson plans.
- Delivered individualized ABA therapy sessions tailored to each child's needs in a clinic setting.
- Managed primary care responsibilities for learners to ensure their well-being and progress.
- Updated client programs to align with individual progress and therapy goals
- Organized and assembled educational materials for therapy sessions to facilitate learning.
- Graph data using online software rethink to track behavioral trends and inform therapy adjustments
- Records and graphs behavior data
- Recorded program details and updated target sets to maintain accurate and effective therapy documentation
- Provides reinforcements for appropriate age group
Patient Care Associate
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Elizabeth
08.2011 - 11.2016
- Assisted nurses, physicians, and physician assistants with care for over 30 patients daily, including drawing blood, performing EKGs, and transporting patients for CAT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds.
- Perform skills which include observation and documentation of vital signs, EKG's, phlebotomy, I&O, weight, height, skin condition, provided ADL, hygiene, treatments, procedures and elimination of assigned patients and obtained reports on patients' status
- Utilized crisis intervention techniques to manage behaviors of agitated or violent patients in a healthcare setting.
- Provided empathetic support to patients and families, ensuring confidentiality and respectful communication.
- Supervised and monitored patients to ensure their safety, following established patient care policies and procedures.
- Follow proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents and/or incidents so follow-up and/or prevention can occur.
Teacher Assistant
YMCA Child Care
Edison
09.2007 - 08.2011
- Managed group of 20 children ages 6 weeks-5 years in classroom, assisting head teacher with educational and playtime activities to foster learning and development.
- Managed arts and crafts activities by setting up materials and guiding children.
- Maintained daily logs to track and report on individual children's developmental progress, ensuring timely communication of milestones and areas for support.
- Communicated with parents about their child's behavior, providing insights to strengthen home-school connection and support child development.
- Prepared nutritious snacks and organized bedding for children in a classroom setting.
Student Assistant
Hurtado Health Center
New Brunswick
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Contacted students to confirm upcoming appointments and enhance attendance.
- Managed phone inquiries to provide timely assistance to callers.
- Organized annual binder for past incomes to ensure easy access and reference.
Teacher Assistant
RU America Reads Program
New Brunswick
09.2006 - 05.2007
- Facilitated educational activities that promoted active participation among kindergarten students
- Supported students with homework and class work while encouraging collaboration during group activities
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management tasks.
- Supported children with daily activities and learning experiences.
- Coordinated with parents to provide updates on children's progress and needs.
Education
Special Education (M.A.) -
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2020
Sociology (B.A.) -
Kean University
Union, NJ12-2010
Psychology (B.A.) -
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ12-2009
Skills
- Behavioral assessment tools
- Progress monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Community care
- Management
- Direct support
- ABA task analysis
- Excellent communication skills
- Working with people with disabilities
- Analysis skills
- Support for mental wellness
- Supervising experience
- Decision making
- Education de-escalation
- Patient interaction
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Children
- Home health
- Technical Proficiency
- Report writing
- Care plans
- Autism spectrum disorders support
- Systematically observe and record behavior
- Skill acquisition programs in ABA
- Legislation
- Behavior intervention plans (BIP) implementation
- Safety plans
- Direct patient care
- Antecedent interventions in ABA
- Conflict management
- Computer hardware
- Support for cognitive development
- Behavioral data management
- Client services
- Client communication
- Clinic
- Behavioral data collection
- Classroom Experience
- Communication development
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Team Leadership
- Behavioral Therapy
- Positive school culture development
- Behavioral progress monitoring
- Assisting with ADLs
- Time management
- Writing skills
- Caregiver training
- Social-emotional development (child development components)
- Behavioral disorders support
- Treatment plan development
- Home visits (communication methods)
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for children
- Shaping in ABA therapy
- School experience
- Implementing ABA therapy protocols
- Behavior intervention
- Caseload supervision
- Child development practices
- Childhood development
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral interventions
- Data management
- Providing feedback to RBTs
- Case management
- Data reporting
- Neurodevelopmental support
- Data analytics
- Chaining in ABA therapy
- Conducting training sessions
- Achieving HIPAA compliance
- Working with adolescents
- Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
- Skill Acquisition Plan (SAP)
- Special education support
- ABA progress reports
- Registered behavior technician experience
- Strong rapport with clients
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals
- Autism Experience
- Special education
- Speak effectively in group settings
- Caseload management
- Natural environment teaching
- Social behavior evaluation
- Behavior management
- Private school experience
- Prompting and fading in ABA therapy
- Care coordination
- Patient personal care assistance
- Seeing patients as a registered behavior technician
- Data analysis skills
- Behavioral developmental assessment
- Early childhood education center experience
- Patient confidentiality
- ABA session notes
Certification
- RBT Certification, 02/01/17 to 02/01/24
- Paraprofessional Certification
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Driver's License
- AED Certification
- CPR Certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Lead Behavior Therapist
RightWay ABA
11.2025 - Current
ABA Therapist
ABA Behavior Services
12.2024 - 11.2025
Deputy Assistant Clinical Director
A&J Behavioral Health
09.2023 - 09.2024
ABA Instructor
Garden Academy
10.2017 - 09.2023
ABA Therapist
TEAM BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANTS
09.2017 - 09.2021
Behavioral Therapist
ABA4U
04.2016 - 09.2017
Behavioral Technician/Therapist
Epic Health Services
12.2015 - 10.2017
Patient Care Associate
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
08.2011 - 11.2016
Teacher Assistant
YMCA Child Care
09.2007 - 08.2011
Student Assistant
Hurtado Health Center
06.2007 - 08.2007
Teacher Assistant
RU America Reads Program
09.2006 - 05.2007
Special Education (M.A.) -
Arizona State University
Sociology (B.A.) -
Kean University
Psychology (B.A.) -
Rutgers University