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Sylvia Brown

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. Insightful Counselor familiar with [Type] treatment protocols. Adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Analyst Consultant

Centria Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
  • Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
  • Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
  • Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
  • Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.

Registered Behavior Technician

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
09.2020 - 02.2022
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
  • Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.

Registered Behavior Technician

Acorn Health
06.2018 - 09.2020
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.

Education

Master of Education - Behavioral Analysis

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation

Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV
05.2018

Skills

  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication
  • Parent and Caregiver Training
  • Natural Environment Teaching
  • Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention

Timeline

Behavioral Analyst Consultant

Centria Healthcare
04.2024 - Current

Registered Behavior Technician

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
09.2020 - 02.2022

Registered Behavior Technician

Acorn Health
06.2018 - 09.2020

Master of Education - Behavioral Analysis

University of Cincinnati

Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation

Shepherd University
Sylvia Brown