Sonny Narvaiz
Midland,TX
Summary
Seasoned Behavior Specialist, adept in crisis intervention and Applied Behavior Analysis to enhance student success, achieving significant behavioral improvements and fostering a positive classroom environment. Excelled in multitasking and problem-solving, supporting teacher development and contributing to the overall success of students. Demonstrated adaptability and a strong commitment to student progress.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Education Behavior Specialist
Midland ISD
Midland, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Implemented de-escalation protocols when necessary to help keep students safe while managing their challenging behaviors.
- Provided crisis management support for students exhibiting challenging behaviors in school settings.
- Advised teachers on how they can modify instructional strategies based on an individual student's strengths and weaknesses.
- Created positive learning environments by utilizing evidence-based practices such as Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.
- Analyzed behavioral data to adjust intervention strategies for optimal outcomes.
Behavior Interventionist
Carrollton Farmers Branch School District
Carrollton, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented behavior Intervention plans to promote positive behaviors in students.
- Maintained caseloads of 60+ students at multiple different campuses through out the school week.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify the function of problem behaviors.
- Provided guidance and support to students with challenging behaviors in classroom settings.
- Assisted teachers in implementing evidence-based interventions for students who display challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with school staff, parents, and community stakeholders to create a safe learning environment for all students.
- Utilized data collection methods such as frequency counts, duration recording, and ABC charts to monitor student progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student's goals, objectives, and intervention strategies used.
- Tracked data on individual student performance to measure progress towards established goals.
- Facilitated group activities designed to encourage social skills development among students.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to reduce stress levels among students displaying challenging behaviors.
- Provided feedback about interventions being used by teachers during classrooms visits or observations.
Behavior Specialist
Pathways Youth and Family Services
Dallas, TX
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Enters demographic data, contacts made, and other required data
- Facilitates the development of an individualized Service/Treatment Plan
- Works with child, youth and family teams to develop a Crisis Plan to ensure the safety of the child, family, and community.
- Utilizes approved skills curriculum with child, youth and family to help improve behavior.
- Coordinates and facilitates ongoing child, youth and family team meetings.
- Meets face-to-face with clients in their home, school, office and community for the provision of all services.
- Initially assesses and reassesses the needs of the client by completing a CANS/ANSA Assessment.
- Keeps the family and team members informed on progress toward achieving Service/Treatment Plan goals.
- Maintains accurate and concise documentation of all services, contacts and collaboration with client, family and community partners.
- Provides or secures support and crisis/emergency services for the child, youth and family by phone-contact or in-person.
- Maintains an empathic, yet professional, relationship with child, youth and family and strives to keep clients and families engaged in all services.
Registered Behavior Technician
BlueSprig
Dallas, TX
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Assisted in developing home programs that support generalization across settings.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
Conservatorship Worker I
The Department of Family and Protective Service
Lubbock, TX
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Experience with speaking in court and preparing court documents
- Formulating court ordered service plans
- Contact with service providers
- Contact with families
- Contact with foster families and caregivers
- Regular home visits
- Formulating safety plans
- Regular documentation
- Keeping up with and meeting multiple due dates
- Regular staffing's
- Working with clients who speak multiple languages
- Transporting children and families
- Working a flexible schedule with long hours
- Conflict resolution during crisis.
Wraparound Facilitator
Mental Health Resources Inc
Portales, NM
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided targeted case management services to families and children with severe emotional disturbances.
- Helped to create strength-based relationships to identify, create, and build a supportive child and parent team.
- Created highly individualized care plans
- Conducted home visits
- Provided transportation for clients.
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Completed annually assessments.
- Supported individuals by facilitating weekly group sessions.
Internship-Residential Treatment Center
Mental Health Resources
Portales, NM
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Observed and interact with children ages 8-12
- Observed group therapy sessions
- Worked with residents to develop meal preparation and cleaning skills.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
- Assisted with academics
- Provided transportation to and from school
- Community integrated RTC, participate in community activities outside of the home.
Camp Counselor
Bodyworks Gym
Lubbock, TX
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, and games while maintaining safe environment.
- Provided positive and authoritative approach to guiding behavior by using age-appropriate limits and choices.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety procedures and demonstrated use of materials and equipment.
- Completed and maintained time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
Secretary
Bodyworks Gym
Lubbock, TX
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Answered phones, issued equipment and completed guest check-in.
- Discussed fitness classes with members to fit lifestyle goals, addressing physical limitations.
- Used POS system to assist with new membership cards, change of address and billing questions.
- Advertised current promotions to increase enrollment using various social media platforms.
- Built relationships with members and guests and created welcoming and warm environment that promoted future visits.
- Served guests with enthusiastic, helpful demeanor to promote positive, memorable experiences.
- Understood and communicated facility rules and standards and monitored guest activities to verify compliance.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -
EASTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY
05.2019
Skills
- Crisis Prevention Institute
- Adaptable
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
- Social work
- Data collection
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Problem-solving skills
- Student evaluations
- Progress tracking
- Teacher support
- Multitasking
- Documentation
- IEP Development
- Social Skills Development
- Boundary Setting
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
- First Aid Certification
- Texas Behavior Support Initiative (TBSI)
- Restorative Practices
- Registered Behavior Technician
- Mental Health First Aid
- Foundations of Wraparound Practice
- Wraparound Follow-up Training I: Engagement and Crisis and Stability Planning
- Wraparound Follow-up Training II: Deepening Our Understanding of Vision, Needs, and Benchmarks
- Wraparound Follow-up Training II: Teaming and Conflict Resolution
- Empathetic Listening
Timeline
General Education Behavior Specialist
Midland ISD
02.2024 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
Carrollton Farmers Branch School District
12.2022 - Current
Behavior Specialist
Pathways Youth and Family Services
08.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
BlueSprig
03.2021 - 08.2021
Conservatorship Worker I
The Department of Family and Protective Service
07.2020 - 03.2021
Wraparound Facilitator
Mental Health Resources Inc
06.2019 - 06.2020
Internship-Residential Treatment Center
Mental Health Resources
12.2018 - 05.2019
Camp Counselor
Bodyworks Gym
01.2016 - 01.2018
Secretary
Bodyworks Gym
01.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Special Education Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -
EASTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY
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