Shanmuga Dhivya Piramanayagam
Glendale,CA
Summary
Dynamic Behavior Interventionist with proven success at Intercare Therapy, skilled in behavioral assessment and data analysis. Expert in implementing positive reinforcement methods, enhancing children's emotional regulation, and fostering team collaboration. Adept at utilizing CentralReach for effective data collection, driving significant improvements in client outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Interventionist
Intercare Therapy
02.2024 - Current
- Implemented a variety of scientifically based methodologies following the Behavior Intervention Plan including Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Naturalistic Training and Social Skills Training
- Observed and recorded client behavior and responses to the BIP through several forms of data collection including partial interval recording, Frequency and Duration, Antecedent-behavior-consequence data, and daily session notes
- Assisted in the development of operationally defined targeted behaviors, goals, and plans as identified in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and Individualized Program Plan (IPP), with Clinical Supervisors, Board Certified Behavior Analysts and any other direct care staff as needed
- Ran one-to-one therapy sessions for children ages 3 to 12
- Worked as BI in LAUSD School setting to work on behavior goals, provided support to access curriculum
- Communicated confidentially and professionally with parents, supervisors, behavior analysts, teachers, and other members of the client's team as necessary
- Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served
Babysitter
Imthiyas Family
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Care for a 5-year-old boy and an 8-year-old girl during parents’ evening absences
- Create innovative and educational games using arts and crafts, children’s books, and exercises that improve a 5-year-old’s speech impediment and self-confidence
- Play with children and read bedtime stories, improving children’s interest in reading and storytelling
- Help 8-year-old girl with homework or other activities, increasing her test scores at school by 13%
- Distributed assessments to children over their academics
- Recorded data for each individual child that received an assessment
- Interacted and/or played with children at appropriate times
System Administrator
Wipro
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Provided guidance on best practices related to system administration procedures.
- Monitored system performance to ensure optimal operations and identified potential issues.
Senior Analyst
Cognizant Technologies
05.2015 - 04.2016
Analyst
HCL Technologies
05.2013 - 05.2015
Knowledge Specialist
Mobius Knowledge Services
12.2012 - 05.2013
Education
MS - Applied Behavior Analysis
National University
San Diego03.2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, IndiaHigh School Diploma -
SHN Ethel Harvey Higher Secondary School
Skills
- Completed 40 hours of online and hands-on training approved by the BACB
- Behavior intervention
- Team collaboration
- Behavioral assessment
- Communication techniques
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Behavior modification techniques
- Functional behavior assessments
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Data collection and analysis
- Proficient in CentralReach for collection
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Certified in Adult/Infant CPR, First Aid, and CPI
- California driver’s license
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Intercare Therapy
02.2024 - Current
Babysitter
Imthiyas Family
09.2021 - 01.2024
System Administrator
Wipro
05.2016 - 08.2016
Senior Analyst
Cognizant Technologies
05.2015 - 04.2016
Analyst
HCL Technologies
05.2013 - 05.2015
Knowledge Specialist
Mobius Knowledge Services
12.2012 - 05.2013
MS - Applied Behavior Analysis
National University
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
Anna University
High School Diploma -
SHN Ethel Harvey Higher Secondary School
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