Stephanie Willey
Summary
Compassionate behavior analysis professional skilled in developing individualized treatment plans and implementing evidence-based interventions. Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic client care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst BCaBA
New Hope Therapy Services
Wichita , KS
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted therapists in implementing treatment plans for clients.
- Coordinated scheduling for client appointments and therapy sessions.
- Maintained client records and ensured data accuracy in management systems.
- Supported team members in preparing therapy materials and resources.
- Communicated effectively with clients to address their needs and concerns.
- Organized workshops and training sessions for staff development initiatives.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance client care strategies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and ordered necessary materials as needed.
- Organized meetings and conferences by preparing agendas, taking minutes, reserving conference rooms, ordering catering services.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines set forth by management.
- Participated in team meetings offering suggestions for process improvements or ideas for increasing efficiency.
- Conducted assessments to identify behavioral challenges in clients.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve client behavior.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients.
- Trained and supervised staff on behavior analysis techniques and strategies.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed.
- Provided support to families in understanding behavioral strategies at home.
- Supervised the implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis techniques in order to modify behaviors.
- Identified potential areas for growth or improvement within an organization's program structure or policy development processes.
- Ensured compliance with local laws governing the practice of applied behavior analysis within a particular state or jurisdiction.
- Reviewed relevant literature pertaining to new developments in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis on an ongoing basis.
- Monitored client progress through data collection and analysis.
- Developed visual supports such as schedules, cues, flashcards, and other visuals to help clients understand instructions more effectively.
- Created data collection systems to track progress toward treatment goals.
- Facilitated communication between family members, caregivers, teachers, therapists, physicians and other professionals involved in a client's care plan.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers in developing strategies for implementing ABA techniques at home or in the community setting.
- Provided consultation and training services to families, schools, and other professionals regarding best practices in ABA intervention methods.
- Utilized effective problem-solving skills when responding quickly and appropriately to challenging situations involving clients or colleagues.
- Monitored team members' adherence to ethical standards established by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- Developed and implemented behavior plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Designed positive reinforcement systems that reward desired behaviors while discouraging inappropriate ones.
- Documented all activities related to clients' cases including initial evaluations, ongoing treatment plans and progress notes, discharge summaries, for accurate billing purposes.
- Provided direct therapy services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and other mental health issues.
- Attended IEP meetings and provided feedback on student performance when requested by school personnel.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as interviews, observations, surveys, and tests to identify patterns of behavior and determine root causes of maladaptive behaviors.
- Conducted assessments of appropriate behavioral interventions for clients based on their individual goals.
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
Registered Behavior Technician
Heartspring
Wichita KS , KS
07.2015 - 07.2022
- Implemented individualized behavior plans for children with developmental challenges.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies.
- Conducted direct support sessions to teach social and communication skills.
- Monitored and recorded client progress using data collection methods.
- Assisted in training new technicians on behavioral intervention techniques.
- Developed engaging activities to reinforce positive behaviors in clients.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for clients during sessions.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to ensure successful implementation of interventions.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue Global
10-2021
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Data collection
- Progress monitoring
- Client care strategies
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Ethical standards adherence
- Data entry proficiency
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst BCaBA
New Hope Therapy Services
07.2022 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Heartspring
07.2015 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue Global