TA'NIA BUSSEY
New Haven
Summary
Experienced in conducting behavioral assessments and developing individualized treatment plans. Proficient in utilizing positive reinforcement techniques to facilitate client growth and progress. Demonstrated ability to build strong therapeutic relationships and create a supportive environment that fosters personal development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Therapist
A Brand New Day
06.2024 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with clients, providing a foundation for successful behavioral change.
- Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plan.
- Developed, managed and oversaw progress reports and treatment plan to document client progress and milestones.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and interventions.
- Documented client behavior and interventions attempted and collected and reported data using approved format, methods and forms.
- Developed tools to help client acquire new skills and work towards goals of building communication and social interactions.
- Enhanced client progress by consistently monitoring and adjusting treatment goals.
- Implemented educational programming by teaching self-help, communication and personal care skills.
- Advanced motor skill development through structured play activities designed to improve coordination and balance.
Founder, Wardrobe Stylist, Creative Dir.
Styled W. Purpose
06.2018 - Current
- Developed an outlet for visionary expression through fashion, art, and creative direction
- Orchestrated and designed photoshoot sets with clients, as well as styling
- Shopped and created intimate wardrobe set for client's events and occasions
Paraprofessional
Highville Charter School
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Restaurant Hostess
Extraordinary Desserts
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
Visual Merchandiser
Forever 21 Flagship Store
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Constructed appealing and eye-catching visual displays for store
- Produced window displays, interior displays, and special promotions displays
- Designed and implemented innovative and creative strategies for store
Education
AA - Fashion Merchandising
SAN DIEGO MESA COLLEGE
01.2020
TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY
Tuskegee, Alabama01.2016
Skills
- Proven Sales Expertise
- Strong Supplier Relationships
- Proficient in Client Relations
- Proficient Artistic Abilities
- Creative Set Development
- Analysis of Behavioral Patterns
- Information Acquisition
- Therapeutic Intervention Management
- Performance Reporting
- Communication Skills Development
- Effective Classroom Management
- Client Engagement Development
- Motivational Techniques
- Statistical Analysis Proficiency
- Effective Relationship Management
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Interpersonal Skills Development
- Strategic Prompting Methods
- Support for Self-Management
- Environmental Education Instruction
Courses Taken
- Introduction to Fashion
- Anal/Eval/Compare of Ready to Wear
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking/Intermediate Composition
- Fashion Selection
- Fashion Buying/Management
- Fashion Promotion
- Visual Merchandising
- Fashion History and Trends
- Textiles and Apparel
- Fashion Entrepreneurship
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel
- Fashion E-commerce
Professions
STYLIST, CREATIVE DIRECTION
Timeline
Behavior Therapist
A Brand New Day
06.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Highville Charter School
08.2020 - 06.2024
Restaurant Hostess
Extraordinary Desserts
04.2019 - 01.2020
Founder, Wardrobe Stylist, Creative Dir.
Styled W. Purpose
06.2018 - Current
Visual Merchandiser
Forever 21 Flagship Store
09.2017 - 09.2018
TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY
AA - Fashion Merchandising
SAN DIEGO MESA COLLEGE
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