Stefanie Vega
Lawrence,MA
Summary
Accomplished ABA Technician with a proven track record at CREST Collaborative School, enhancing social interactions and achieving developmental goals through Applied Behavior Analysis and empathetic client engagement. Skilled in crisis intervention and behavioral intervention, demonstrating significant progress in client outcomes. Expert in teamwork and collaboration, ensuring comprehensive care and support.
Youth Counselor skilled in mentoring and guiding youth struggling with behavioral and mental health disorders, as well as pending criminal cases. Strong knowledge of crisis intervention and suicide prevention tactics.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Technician
CREST Collaborative School
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Led small group sessions focused on improving social interactions among peers.
- Offered monthly workshops with detailed training and regular check-ins and verified mastery, comfort levels and access to online courses.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of ABA therapy.
- Followed Individualized Family Service Plan and developed methodologies for reaching each child's specific developmental goals.
- Addressed client needs by implementing behavior intervention plans.
- Maintained thorough documentation of client progress, session notes, and treatment plan updates for review by supervisory staff members.
Outreach Worker
Vinfin
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Connected individuals to appropriate resources through comprehensive assessments, referrals, and followups.
- Developed strong relationships with local organizations to establish a network of support services for clients in need.
- Supported homeless individuals transitioning into housing by connecting them with necessary supplies, furniture donations, and move-in assistance resources.
- Advocated on behalf of clients experiencing discrimination or other obstacles preventing them from accessing vital services within the community.
- Promoted self-sufficiency among clients by providing guidance on job search strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation techniques.
- Created a safe space for at-risk youth to express themselves openly during after-school programming focused on art therapy techniques for emotional healing.
- Assisted families with financial and housing resources.
- Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
Residential Counselor
MelMark New England
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Organized weekly house meetings that facilitated open communication between staff members and encouraged constructive feedback from all parties involved.
- Educated clients on managing mental health disorders and identifying signs and symptoms of relapse.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
Sitter
Lawrence General Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2015
- Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits.
- Fostered emotional well-being in children by providing a nurturing, supportive, and engaging atmosphere.
- Employed positive reinforcement methods to encourage good behavior.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations for appropriate conduct.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hallandale High School
Hallandale Beach, FL08.2013
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Motor Skills Development
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Mental health knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- First Aide
- Coping Techniques
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- CPR Certified
- Safety Consciousness
- Time Management
- Child Development
- Behavior monitoring
Certification
Medical Assistant - BCI, December 2022
BLS-August 2022
CPR/ First aid-August 2022
Infection control- July 2022
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ABA Technician
CREST Collaborative School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Outreach Worker
Vinfin
10.2019 - 10.2022
Residential Counselor
MelMark New England
01.2016 - 02.2019
Sitter
Lawrence General Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Hallandale High School
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