Shaina E. Barry
West Bend,WI
Summary
Dedicated supervisor with a strong background in providing evidence-based services to individuals on the autism spectrum. BCBA who is skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments, and providing supervision to registered behavior technicians. Supervisor with outstanding interpersonal skills, who is compassionate, an active listener, and culturally sensitive to clients and families. Extremely organized and creative in developing unique vocational and adaptive programming for teenagers and young adults.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respite Care Provider
ILIFE
05.2023 - Current
- Assist client with daily living skills.
- Transport client to events, appointments, and community trips.
- Modeling and prompting functional social skills.
- Maintaining professionalism while inside and outside of home.
Behavioral Health Care Manager II- Autism
Carelon
05.2023 - Current
- Manages outpatient health benefits through telephonic or written review.
- Uses screening criteria and clinical judgement to assess member needs to ensure medically necessary behavioral healthcare.
- Refers cases for peer review as appropriate.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Cross River Therapy
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Created treatment plans and developed programming specific to each client.
- Conducted initial assessments and developed treatment plans based on observation and interview.
- Trained and supervised registered behavior technicians.
- Analyzed data and summarized client progress.
- Provided services remotely.
Behavior Analyst
MKE Behavioral
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided services to clients ranging in age from 7-21 years old.
- Conducted direct therapy sessions with clients.
- Created treatment plans and developed programming specific to each client.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural needs of clients and families served.
- Participated in weekly social skills groups for teenage/young adult population.
- Developed unique vocational and adaptive skills programming.
- Conducted initial assessments and developed treatment plans based on observation and interview.
- Attended IEP meetings and collaborated with school personnel.
- Provided parent consultation and training on a weekly basis.
- Supervised registered behavior technicians.
- Utilized de-escalation strategies to manage maladaptive behavior.
- Utilized AFLS and Vineland assessment to develop programming.
- Communicated with insurance payors for approval of services as needed.
Behavior Analyst
Total Spectrum ABA
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Managed caseload of clients ranging from elementary school aged to young adult.
- Provided in-home therapy and therapy in community.
- Utilized de-escalation strategies to manage maladaptive behavior.
- Created treatment plans, developed unique and specific goals for each client, and monitored progress for necessary changes.
- Conducted and completed initial assessments for services.
- Utilized VB-Mapp, Vineland, and AFLS assessments.
- Trained and supervised registered behavior technicians.
- Provided supervision to clinical fellows preparing to sit for BCBA exam.
- Provided parent training and consultation.
- Provided supervision in person and via Telehealth.
Behavior Analyst
Key Behavior Services
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Provided in-home behavioral services and consultation in multiple school districts throughout Cincinnati.
- Responsible for overseeing caseload of children ages 2 to 13.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments and intake assessments.
- Developed behavior intervention plans and supervised their implementation.
- Supervised registered behavior technicians.
- Collaborated with caregivers regarding programming and implementation in home setting.
- Developed treatment plans and unique goals for each client.
- Utilized Catalyst for data collection and programming.
- Evaluated client progress toward treatment goals.
- Conducted trainings for registered behavior technicians.
- Utilized VB-Mapp and AFLS assessments for programming development.
Program Manager (BCBA)
LittleStar ABA Therapy
06.2012 - 12.2018
- Responsible for starting and developing appropriate and unique programs for adolescent population ranging in ages 12-21.
- Developed behavior intervention plans and supervised their implementation.
- Developed unique center, community, and vocational skills programming.
- Supervised registered behavior technicians.
- Conducted parent training and team meetings.
- Assisted with conducting functional analyses.
- Developed treatment goals and evaluated client progress.
- Conducted home observations and training.
- Provided training to school personnel.
- Directly supervised Program Manager Apprentice (PMA) to acquire skills necessary for Program Manager role once board certified.
- Utilized de-escalation strategies to manage maladaptive behavior in crisis situations.
Direct Care Worker
All-Ways Care Services
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Provided care to teenage client diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Assisted client with daily living skills.
- Taught socially acceptable and functional behaviors.
- Maintained professionalism while inside and outside of home.
- Attended monthly meetings with client's behaviorist.
- Transported client to events/activities, appointments, and on community trips.
- Collected and documented data on daily basis.
Education
Master of Science - Behavior Analysis and Therapy
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology: Emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04.2009
Skills
- Active Listening
- Creating Treatment Plans
- Time Management
- Observations and Assessments
- Crisis Situations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vocational and adaptive skills training
- Best Practices and Standards
- Behavior Modification
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA): May 2015 – Certification Number: 1-15-19137
- Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA): February 2019- Certificate Number: COBA.00504
- Certified Wisconsin Behavior Analyst: July 2019- Certificate Number: 306-140
Graduate Professional Development
- Provided in-home behavioral services to families referred through their local DCFS field office.
- Provided individual therapy sessions to children under the age of 5 years old diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Implemented group therapy sessions to school aged children targeting appropriate social interactions and communication skills.
- Implemented therapy sessions for adolescents with traumatic brain injury targeting the acquisition of functional skills and decreasing maladaptive behavior.
- Provided school consultation in special education classrooms.
Additional Information
- Board member for a non-profit foundation in Milwaukee, WI. The foundation, JCrew Foundation Inc., provides quality workshops, programming, and support to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Timeline
Respite Care Provider
ILIFE
05.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Care Manager II- Autism
Carelon
05.2023 - Current
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Cross River Therapy
03.2023 - 04.2023
Behavior Analyst
MKE Behavioral
04.2021 - 02.2023
Behavior Analyst
Total Spectrum ABA
05.2019 - 03.2021
Behavior Analyst
Key Behavior Services
01.2019 - 05.2019
Program Manager (BCBA)
LittleStar ABA Therapy
06.2012 - 12.2018
Direct Care Worker
All-Ways Care Services
06.2008 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Behavior Analysis and Therapy
Southern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology: Emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis
Western Michigan University
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA): May 2015 – Certification Number: 1-15-19137
- Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA): February 2019- Certificate Number: COBA.00504
- Certified Wisconsin Behavior Analyst: July 2019- Certificate Number: 306-140
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