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Shantina Carrington

Stafford

Summary

Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) with extensive experience developing and implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment plans for individuals diagnosed with autism across all age groups. Proficient in conducting behavioral assessments, designing effective interventions, providing caregiver training, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Recognized for improving client outcomes, and enhancing caregivers’ and team members’ understanding and application of ABA principles.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Programmer/Behavior Analyst-LBA

The Behavior ToolBox LLC
Sugar Land
12.2023 - Current
  • Conducted behavioral assessments to identify individual needs and challenges.
  • Collaborated with families to provide support and training in behavior strategies.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions as necessary.
  • Provided training to staff on behavior analysis techniques and methodologies.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss client outcomes and strategy adjustments.
  • Advocated for clients' needs within multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care.
  • Participated in clinical supervision meetings and professional development activities related to ABA interventions.

Personal Trainer/Fitness Advisor

Elite Technique LLC
Laurel
07.2022 - 07.2025
  • Conducted one-on-one training sessions to ensure proper exercise techniques.
  • Evaluated client progress and adjusted training plans accordingly.
  • Educated clients on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Led group fitness classes to promote community engagement and motivation.
  • Maintained a clean and organized training environment for clients.
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients to enhance their training experience.
  • Motivated clients to reach their personal best by providing positive reinforcement.
  • Scheduled appointments with clients and communicated effectively with them via phone or email.

Registered Behavior Technician

Positive Behavior Support Corps
Maryland
11.2018 - 07.2022
  • Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
  • Collected and recorded data on client progress during therapy sessions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive treatment approaches.
  • Utilized behavioral analysis techniques to assess client needs and adjust strategies.
  • Provided training and support to families on behavior management techniques.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client behaviors and intervention effectiveness.
  • Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.

Registered Behavior Technician

Blue Balloon
Owings Mills
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Assist in restructuring environments and activities to support the clients' behaviors
  • Implemented 1:1 ABA techniques to increase language and communication, appropriate play skills, cooperation skills, and daily living skills.
  • Complete daily progress notes related to implementation of the intervention plan
  • Foster positive communication between clinic staff and families

Registered Behavior Technician

Attentive Behavior Care
Pikesville
07.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided 1:1 evidence-based intervention to clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, by teaching, modeling, and implementing ABA technique
  • Maintain and submit clinical notes for every client contact
  • Create materials to facilitate natural environment training (NET) and Discrete Trail Training (DTT)
  • Foster positive communication between clinic staff and families
  • Implemented individualized treatment programs using the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis to include discrete trial training, shaping, verbal behavior, natural environment training, social skills, self-care, and behavior reduction

Positive Behavioral Support Specialist

Family Restoration Services
Hampton
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Provided clinical support and in-home care to youth with social, behavioral, and emotional challenges.
  • Coordinated socio-cultural activities and provide life-skills training for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Personality Disorder, Bipolar disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
  • Recorded weekly and monthly progress towards youth's individual plan.
  • Collaborated with supervisor, parent and social worker to develop and apply individualized treatment plan.
  • Facilitated STEM instructional activities during six-week summer camp.

Research Technician and Lab Facility Manager

Hampton University's Skin of Color Research Institute
Hampton
09.2015 - 07.2018
  • Expertise with zebrafish care and maintenance, including the raising of zebrafish from larval, juvenile and adult stages, monitoring of fish health, organization of fish lines.
  • Sequenced DNA and record any dysfunctional behavior in zebrafish to maintain optimal health conditions for approximately 15,000 organisms.
  • Conducted visual scoring of distinct phenotypes from preclinical kinase inhibitor and other chemical treatments in wild type, transgenic or genetic lines.
  • Organized and maintained laboratory inventories and data.
  • Maintained accurate records of procedures used to conduct experiments. Provided analyses and interpretations of results for review by supervisor.
  • Performed immunohistochemical tests staining human tissue samples.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Molecular and Cellular Biology

Hampton University
Hampton, VA
05.2017

Skills

  • Behavior analysis
  • Data collection
  • Intervention planning
  • Client advocacy
  • Team collaboration
  • Training development

References

  • Joanne Chan, Ph.D., Scientific Director, Hampton University, 757-727-5885, Joanne@chanlab.org
  • Robyn Hicks, Clinical Supervisor, Family Restoration Services, 757-251-6376, robynhicks@familyrestorationcfa.com
  • Jessica Coimbra, MS, BCBA, LBA, Behavior Analyst, Positive Behavior Support Corps, 1-855-832-6727 Ext 1532, jcoimbra@teampbs.com

Scientific Meetings

  • Skin of Color Symposium, Leesburg, VA, 11/01/17, Attendee
  • Angioma Alliance 12th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, 11/01/16, Scholarship Recipient
  • Skin of Color Symposium, Hampton, VA, 11/01/15, Attendee

Research

Hampton University, Hampton, VA, Research Student, 09/01/16, 07/01/18, Examined the role of MAPK signaling on zebrafish cardiovascular development., Used potent and specific MEK1 inhibitor, CI-1040, to block pERK signaling and demonstrated the onset of a phenotype similar to that observed in Cerebral Cavernous Malformation (CCM) loss of function zebrafish mutants.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Programmer/Behavior Analyst-LBA

The Behavior ToolBox LLC
12.2023 - Current

Personal Trainer/Fitness Advisor

Elite Technique LLC
07.2022 - 07.2025

Registered Behavior Technician

Blue Balloon
12.2020 - 07.2021

Registered Behavior Technician

Attentive Behavior Care
07.2019 - 12.2020

Registered Behavior Technician

Positive Behavior Support Corps
11.2018 - 07.2022

Positive Behavioral Support Specialist

Family Restoration Services
06.2017 - 07.2018

Research Technician and Lab Facility Manager

Hampton University's Skin of Color Research Institute
09.2015 - 07.2018

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Bachelor of Science - Molecular and Cellular Biology

Hampton University

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