Tavaris Toney
Montgomery
Summary
Compassionate behavioral aide with experience in implementing individualized treatment plans and facilitating workshops. Known for enhancing client safety and promoting positive social interactions, ready to contribute to impactful programs and foster personal growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Coach Counselor
Rite of Passage
Montgomery
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated group discussions to enhance teamwork and foster personal growth.
- Coached clients in setting and achieving personal goals through tailored sessions.
- Collaborated with staff to design engaging workshops and activities for participants.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for all clients.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes, enforcing corrective actions as needed.
- Established disciplinary measures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Provided educational support to students, focusing on academic assistance and problem-solving skills.
- Delivered individual and group counseling to address clients' social and emotional needs.
Behavioral Aide (Supervisor)
Safety Net Behavioral Healthcare
Montgomery
02.2024 - Current
- Supported clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Provided behavioral interventions to promote positive social interactions.
- Assisted in crisis intervention strategies to ensure client safety.
- Supervised field trips or visits outside the facility as part of an overall treatment plan.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.
- Organized recreational activities to improve socialization among clients.
- Provided transportation services for clients attending appointments or events away from the facility.
Independent Living Advisor
Education and Training Resources (Job Corps)
Montgomery
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Guided youth in cultivating independent living skills and achieving personal goals.
- Educated clients on financial literacy and budgeting strategies for self-sufficiency.
- Coordinated community resources to effectively address resident needs.
- Collaborated with staff to improve program delivery and enhance participant engagement.
- Conducted regular safety rounds to ensure secure environments for residents.
- Resolved individual student issues through effective communication with staff members.
- Led weekly meetings to discuss resident concerns and outline policy changes.
- Provided information on available resources to promote self-sufficiency among clients.
Registered Behavior Technician
Early Autism Services
Montgomery
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with autism spectrum disorders, enhancing personalized care.
- Conducted behavioral assessments to identify client needs and tailor interventions effectively.
- Documented daily progress and behaviors for precise record-keeping.
- Utilized data collection methods to track client responses, ensuring informed adjustments.
- Adhered to guidelines for safety and confidentiality during all interactions.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children across diverse settings.
- Applied principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis in daily instructional activities.
- Utilized visual supports, such as schedules and picture cards, to aid understanding.
Youth Care Worker (overnight)
Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare/Elk River Treatment
Huntsville/Elkmont
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Established safety protocols to create a secure environment for residents.
- Documented resident progress and behavioral incidents accurately.
- Reported incidents that compromised child safety promptly.
- Monitored physical surroundings to ensure client and staff safety.
- Managed medication distribution in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology / Applied Behavior Analysis (minor)
University of North Alabama
Florence, Alabama, AL12-2029
High School Diploma -
Taylor Road Academy
Montgomery, AL05-2007
Skills
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Effective communication
- Crisis management
- Personal development
- Group facilitation techniques
- Safety protocols
Certification
Registered Behavioral Technician, Behavior Analyst Certification Board, 5-22-2024
Accomplishments
Achieved rank of Chief Master Seargent as a participant in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program, Maxwell AFB, 2004-2006
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Coach Counselor
Rite of Passage
08.2025 - Current
Independent Living Advisor
Education and Training Resources (Job Corps)
04.2025 - 08.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
Early Autism Services
04.2024 - 05.2025
Behavioral Aide (Supervisor)
Safety Net Behavioral Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Youth Care Worker (overnight)
Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare/Elk River Treatment
10.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology / Applied Behavior Analysis (minor)
University of North Alabama
High School Diploma -
Taylor Road Academy