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Savanna Hart

Behavior Technician
Lakewood,CA

Summary

Caring and compassionate Behavior Technician experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Technician

Brett Dinovi & Associates
01.2022 - Current
  • Implemented strategies to reduce anxiety and stress levels in clients.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
  • Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Used CentralReach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans. Graphed minimum of 100 data points total per client session.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.

Mental Health Worker

NSIGHT Psychology & Addiction
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated with medical and clinical personnel to coordinate and implement client services.
  • Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety.
  • Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
  • Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
  • Facilitated support groups for clients to discuss issues related to mental health.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Inventoried minimum of 20 medications 2 times per day before and after client medication administration.

Manager

Grocery Outlet
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Managed 5 rotating cashiers throughout each day and delegated tasks and breaks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05.2024

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Long Beach City College
Long Beach
12.2021

Associate of Arts - Sociology

Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA
12.2021

Skills

  • Group Dynamics
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Educational Settings
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Client Relationship Development
  • Behavior Management
  • Autism and Spectrum Disorders
  • Medication Administration
  • Electronic Medical Record Software
  • Data Collection
  • Crisis Situations
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Student and Teacher Rapport-Building

Timeline

Mental Health Worker

NSIGHT Psychology & Addiction
05.2022 - 08.2022

Behavior Technician

Brett Dinovi & Associates
01.2022 - Current

Manager

Grocery Outlet
08.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University - Long Beach

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Long Beach City College

Associate of Arts - Sociology

Long Beach City College

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