Shawna Lewis
Behavior Therapist
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Skilled relationship-builder with first-rate communication and time management abilities.
Five years of experience implementing behavioral plans and designated interventions for clients with various behavioral needs. Familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children and remains positive under times of stress or conflict.
Committed to promoting development of functional skills and fostering independent success for clients in their community.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
28
28
Therapists trained
Work History
Mental Health Technician
MDC
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Assessed clients upon admission and discharge to detox; took blood draws for labs.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Behavior Interventionist
Carpe Diem Academy
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Support Special Education teacher as necessary.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Implemented prescribed behavioral skills training to reduce problem behavior.
- Observed client behavior and collected, documented and summarized data to formulate treatment plans.
- Exercised confidentiality to protect client diagnosis and treatment in compliance with HIPAA standards and regulations.
- Handled clients safely and appropriately to minimize risk of physical injury.
- Offered crisis counseling and intervention at school, home and in community to support student needs.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Lead staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assaultive Behavior Management Expert
Center For Autism And Related Disorders, Inc
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Visited clients at home, school and other settings to leverage expertise and positively impact individuals' lives with skilled interventions.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors and BCaBAs.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Functional Analyses (FAs) and developed behavior intervention plans based on principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.
- Supervised clinicians-in-training such as interns and new counselors.
- Observed client behavior and collected, documented and summarized data to formulate treatment plans.
- Implemented prescribed behavioral skills training to reduce problem behavior.
Private Nanny
Private Contract
09.2013 - 08.2017
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
SIATech Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL10.2011
Skills
- Interpersonal Skill Development
- Crisis Resolution
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Mental Health Care
- Patient Intervention
- Behavior Observation
- Maintaining Safety Standards
- Safety Behaviors
- HIPAA Requirements
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Assessment
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assistance
- Food Adversion Treatment
- Crisis Situations
- Constructive Feedback
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Navigational Skills
- Developmental Disability Rehabilitation
- Emotional Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Needs Assessment
- Positive Interactions
- Behavioral Disorders
- Intervention Management
- ABA Techniques
- Leadership Training
- Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
- Behavior Redirection
- Data Collections
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Behavior Improvements
- Student Rapport-Building
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Skill-Building Support
- Educational Settings
- Special Assignments
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Group and Individual Sessions
- Personalized Support
- Medical Provider Training
- Adaptive Learning
- Educational Support
- Instructional Techniques
- Behavioral Analytics
- Behavioral Expertise
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Behavioral Health Assessment
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Living Skills Assistance
- Clinical Documentation
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Community Involvement
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Differentiated Instruction
- Professional Relationships
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Behavior Modeling
- Active Listening
- Role Playing
- Positive Learning Environment
- Interpersonal Skill Development
- Client Needs Assessment
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Adaptable Communication
- Social Perceptiveness
- Special Needs Support
- Social Behaviors
- Experiential Learning
- Data Entry
- Conflict Management
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Treatment Protocols
- Cultural Awareness
- Behavioral Guidance
- Documenting Behaviors
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Mental Illness Treatment
- Medication Administration
- First Aid
- Student Behavior Management
- Behavior Treatment Planning
- Daily Logs
- Lesson Preparation
- Client Direct Care
- Teaching Procedures
- Fine Motor Skills
- Behavior Management Systems
- Patient Behavior Monitoring
- Interventions Understanding
- Patient Restraint
- Dietary Guidelines
- Maintenance Programs
- Interpersonal Skill Development
- Safety ProtocoProtocols
- Confidentiality Requirements
- Relaxation Techniques
- Electronic Charting
- Classroom Observation
- Mental Health Assessments
- Educational Programs
- Patient Histories
- Coordinating Care
- Chronic Disorders
- Special Education
- Coping Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Team Collaboration
- District Standards
- Behavioral Reviews
- Patient Assessments
- Client Service
- Team Meetings
- Best Practices and Standards
- Group Learning
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Progress Updates
- Group Activities
- General Housekeeping
- Speech Services
- Interactive Teaching
- Educational Opportunities
- Exceptional Oral Communication Skills
- Individualized Care Plans
- Encouragement and Motivation
- Recreational Activity Planning
- Providing Feedback
- Client Coping Mechanisms
- Indirect Patient Care
- Program Operations
- Safety Rules
- Mental Health Disorders Knowledge
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- IEP Goals
- Customer Satisfaction
- Housekeeping Duties
- Standardized Test Evaluation
- Communication Disorders
Certification
- Certified Behavior Technician, WA State
- Assaultive Behavior Management Expert, CARD 2017-2021
- BCAT - Board Certified Autism Technician, CARD 2017-2021
- PCM - Professional Crisis Management , CDA 2022
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
MDC
11.2022 - 12.2022
Behavior Interventionist
Carpe Diem Academy
07.2021 - 05.2022
Assaultive Behavior Management Expert
Center For Autism And Related Disorders, Inc
08.2017 - 05.2021
Private Nanny
Private Contract
09.2013 - 08.2017
High School Diploma - General Studies
SIATech Jacksonville
- Certified Behavior Technician, WA State
- Assaultive Behavior Management Expert, CARD 2017-2021
- BCAT - Board Certified Autism Technician, CARD 2017-2021
- PCM - Professional Crisis Management , CDA 2022
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