Shaday Brown
Sandy Springs,GA
Summary
Experienced professional dedicated to helping patients meet potential to function in society. Possesses excellent social and interpersonal communication skills to encourage patient comfort and relaxation. Skilled at coaching special needs individuals to achieve greater independence and confidence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
03.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Assisted clients in identifying and setting goals to promote positive behavior development.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions through regular review meetings with supervisory staff and team members.
- Facilitated social skills development in group settings by encouraging positive peer interactions and modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Optimized therapy sessions by utilizing evidence-based practices that aligned with clients'' unique learning strengths and needs.
- Communicated proactively with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to provide updates on client progress and discuss potential challenges.
- Tracked client progress through detailed data collection and analysis, ensuring timely adjustments to interventions as needed.
Emergency Medical Services
09.2011 - 12.2013
Behavior Therapist
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Established trusting relationships with clients, providing a foundation for successful behavioral change.
- Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plan.
- Developed, managed and oversaw progress reports and treatment plan to document client progress and milestones.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and interventions.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA06.2026
High School Diploma -
Wyandanch Memorial High School
Wyandanch, NY05.2013
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Data Collection
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
- Prompting and Fading Strategies
- Documentation skills
- Teaching Play and Leisure Skills
- Client Relationship Development
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Modification Techniques
Timeline
Behavior Technician
03.2023 - Current
Behavior Therapist
01.2012 - 11.2012
Emergency Medical Services
09.2011 - 12.2013
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Georgia Gwinnett College
High School Diploma -
Wyandanch Memorial High School
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