Tara Causer

Work History

Behavior Health Technician

Sagewood

01.2024 - Current

Promoted positive behavior changes by establishing clear expectations, consistent consequences, and reinforcement systems tailored to individual client needs.
Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Conducted thorough assessments of patient needs, identifying appropriate goals and interventions for their unique situations.
Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Served as an advocate for clients within the treatment team, ensuring their voices were heard and their needs were met.
Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation services, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
Enhanced the quality of care for patients with autism spectrum disorders through the development and implementation of tailored treatment plans.
Implemented behavior management strategies consistently across all settings, promoting generalization of learned skills outside therapy sessions.
Assisted patients in developing effective coping mechanisms, leading to improved emotional regulation and overall mental health.
Reduced disruptive behaviors in clients by utilizing therapeutic communication and crisis intervention skills.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral modification techniques.
Documented detailed progress notes, facilitating accurate tracking of patient progress and enabling adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive and individualized care plans for each patient.
Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adapt treatment approaches as necessary.
Prepared and submitted daily Type reports to management.
Supported family members in understanding the challenges faced by their loved ones, fostering a supportive environment for ongoing behavioral change.
Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.

Substitute Paraprofessional

Port Allegany School District

09.2024 - 12.2024

Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Provided one-on-one assistance to students who needed additional support, enabling them to achieve academic goals.
Promoted a safe learning environment by closely monitoring student behavior and intervening when necessary to maintain orderliness in the classroom.
Provided coverage for absent teachers as needed, seamlessly adapting to various teaching styles and subject matter expertise areas.
Collaborated with special education staff to implement appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring their success in the classroom.
Assisted in the development of classroom routines and procedures, reinforcing consistency and predictability for students.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Encouraged positive peer interactions among students by facilitating group activities that fostered teamwork and collaboration.
Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices for paraprofessional educators.
Assisted lead teachers in creating engaging lesson plans, resulting in increased student comprehension and participation.
Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Served as a liaison between lead teacher and other school staff members, ensuring clear communication regarding student needs across various departments within the school setting.
Contributed to clean and organized classroom environment, aiding in effective delivery of daily lessons.
Supported lead teachers in curriculum delivery, ensuring continuity of education.
Ensured safety of all students by strictly adhering to school policies and procedures.
Fostered positive learning atmosphere, applying effective conflict resolution strategies among students.
Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities in absence of lead teacher.
Assisted in preparation of lesson materials, ensuring resources were ready for class activities.
Provided feedback to students on assignments, contributing to their academic growth.
Encouraged positive interactions among students, fostering supportive peer network.
Coordinated with other paraprofessionals to share best practices and strategies for student success.
Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.

Farm Hand

Self Employed

07.2013 - 10.2020

Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts.
Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Harvested crops at peak ripeness, ensuring highest quality produce for market.
Monitored weather forecasts to plan work schedules, minimizing disruption from adverse weather conditions.
Developed and followed seasonal planting schedule to maximize yield and ensure diverse crop production.
Enhanced farm safety by implementing updated protocols, reducing occurrence of accidents and injuries on farm.
Assisted in birth of livestock, enhancing farm's productivity and animal well-being with skilled support.
Managed composting operations to recycle farm waste into valuable fertilizer, enriching soil quality.
Streamlined feeding processes, ensuring all animals received appropriate nutrition for optimal growth and health.
Maintained farm machinery to ensure operational efficiency, preventing downtime during critical planting and harvesting periods.
Conducted daily health checks on animals, swiftly identifying and addressing any signs of illness to maintain herd health.
Led tours for visitors, providing educational insights into sustainable farming practices and promoting community engagement.
Trained new farm hands in efficient work methods and safety practices, fostering knowledgeable and safety-conscious team.
Erected and maintained fencing to protect crops and livestock from predators, ensuring farm security.
Engaged in community farming initiatives to share knowledge and resources, strengthening local agricultural practices.
Negotiated with suppliers to secure high-quality seeds and feed at competitive prices, supporting farm's profitability.
Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of Type stock, prioritizing health and wellness.
Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.
Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using Type tools for optimal health of Type animals.
Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
Patrolled grazing grounds using ATVs and horses to monitor animals and determine movement, care or health-related needs.
Used Type tractor to improve harvesting of Type crops.
Documented animal growth, production costs, individual behaviors, feeding patterns and other data in daily logs and main database, noting trends, and identifying areas of concern.
Tracked technical improvements to save on ranch overhead.
Replenished depleted fish population to stable levels.

Overview

Work History

Behavior Health Technician

Substitute Paraprofessional

Farm Hand

Education

Building Trades Maintanince

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