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Teresia Weakley

Indian Harbour Beach,FL

Summary

To utilize my education and experience within the school-based system from the fields of Psychology and Occupational Therapy best practices providing assistance to exceptional education students, parents, and teachers in making educational, occupational and life plans that will enable the student to reach their fullest physical, emotional, psychological, academic, and behavioral potential. Dedicated [Job Title] with experience using positive and negative reinforcement strategies to improve behaviors. Expert at implementing behavior treatment plans and intervention techniques. Talented relationship-builder with excellent communication and organizational abilities. Knowledgeable Behavior Technician with over [Number] years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Over [Number] years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication and social skills. Specialties include [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise]. Sympathetic Mental Health Tech offering extreme compassion and extensive experience working with mental health intervention. Adept at performing risk assessment, crisis intervention and psycho-education. Dedicated and energetic with excellent listening skills and establishing therapeutic relationships with patients while helping with daily living. Caring Mental Health Tech willing to work as many hours per week as necessary. Recognized as being the most popular tech among staff and patients. Adept at providing mental health care services to people of different backgrounds. Effective communication and behavioral plan implementation abilities. Focused on enhancing the quality of life of patients. Qualified Psychiatric Technician providing [Number] years of experience in delivering treatment for mental health and substance abuse conditions. Genuine in offering quality patient care by fostering relationships, counseling and building communication to treat various types of patients and collaborate with family members. Expert in maintaining upbeat attitude and achieving peak performance. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task]. Offering [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level [Job Title] position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing excellent communication and time management skills. Dedicated student interested in applying excellent communication and interpersonal skills to a [Job Title] role. Experienced in data entry and handling money. Can quickly memorize product details and build customer relationships. Motivated [Area of study] student seeking internship in [Area of expertise] to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed. Outgoing [Type] student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Diligent College Student focused on [Area of study] and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and focus on equitable task distribution through group projects and motivation to accomplish mutually held goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

District Behavior Technician, II

Brevard Public Schools ESE Program Support Services
06.2023 - Current
  • Serve as mentor and professional development guide to Behavior Technician I as assigned
  • Assist the behavior analyst (BCBA) with the delivery of functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIP)
  • Observe, collect and report of student behavioral data
  • Implement and modify reinforcement schedules as instructed by the behavior analyst
  • Accompany students to regular education classes and special activities as necessary to implement the BIP
  • Follow instructions of the behavior analyst to provide service to students such as positioning, communication, feeding, and behaviors described in the BIP
  • Assist in the maintenance of student hygiene, (e.g., toileting, etc.), as described in the BIP
  • Participate in training provided by the District and behavior analyst to enhance skills needed for working with exceptional students and basic principles of behavior analysis
  • Ride a bus with students with disabilities to assist in behavior plans related to transportation as needed
  • Travel between schools at the direction of the behavior analyst and ESE program support services director
  • Directly consult with teacher and teaching assistants regarding implementation of behavior intervention plans
  • Interpret behavioral data and assist with creating data reports
  • Provide all levels of crisis intervention as necessary: participate in annual CPI training to remain current on techniques and services related to CPI
  • Utilize the computer, augmentative communication devices, wheelchair, prone boards, M.O.V.E
  • Equipment, VCR/monitor, and copy machines
  • Assist IPSTs with assessment, analysis, and meetings as directed by the BCBA
  • Provide outstanding customer service and use positive interpersonal communications skills
  • Make all decisions and perform all tasks in accordance with Brevard Public Schools’ strategic plan, vision, and mission
  • Ensure compliance with Board Policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

ESE-Instructional Assistant (IA)/Behavioral Support Team

Dr. W. J. Creel Elementary
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Assisted teacher(s) with classroom instruction
  • Assisted in collecting data as documentation of student performance for Individual Educational Plan (IEP) goals
  • Assisted support staff in observing, collecting and reporting student behavioral data
  • Assisted ESE Support Specialist with development and implementation of Behavior Implementation Plan (BIP)
  • Accompanied students to regular education and activity classes
  • Followed instructions of teachers, therapists, health professionals and others to provide services to students, e.g., positioning, communication, feeding, tube-feeding, suctioning, catheterization, etc
  • Assisted in the maintenance of ADLs to include, student hygiene, e.g., toileting, bathing, etc
  • Participated in training to enhance skills needed for working with exceptional students
  • Used effective positive interpersonal communication skills
  • Assisted with and maintains certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) techniques
  • Practiced Conscious Discipline as a School Family
  • Acted as one-on-one with ESE students as needed
  • Provided students with earned breaks, implementing evidence-based OT practices and strategies to assist with behavioral needs
  • Knowledge and understanding of students with disabilities
  • Ability to follow directions and work as a team member
  • Assist a bus driver with the loading, unloading, and monitoring of students with disabilities while on the bus may be required
  • Ability to work effectively with children and teachers
  • Knowledge of and use of scales and/or equipment for the purposes of aptitude, skills, and/or behavioral diagnostics for the purposes of evaluating student performance within the prescribed parameters of their specific position.

Stay At Home Parent

Self Employed/CEO of Weakley Family Household
06.2019 - 10.2021
  • Established homestead in Brevard County to appropriate Brevard Governmental Agency
  • Registered and enrolled 2 children into Brevard Public Schools
  • Provided instruction to two Brevard Public School students during global COVID-19 pandemic during total lockdown
  • Provided social and emotional mental health strategies to the Weakley family during global COVID-19 pandemic
  • Practiced and maintained safe and sanitary home environment
  • Provided increased learning opportunities through play, nature and visual representations.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Licensed (COTA/L)

Sense-Ability Therapy, LLC
01.2018 - 05.2019
  • Tested and evaluated physical and mental abilities of patients under supervision of OTR/L
  • Analyzed relevant medical information to assist OTR/L in determining appropriate rehabilitation goals
  • Consulted with multi-discipline rehabilitation team to choose effective activity programs
  • Coordinated occupational therapy with other types of therapeutic activities
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatments
  • Assisted in educating patients with home exercise programs and use of equipment
  • Participated in education and staff development courses
  • Maintained knowledge of HIPAA laws and facility guidelines.

Practice Administrator/Office Manager

Sense-Ability Therapy, LLC
08.2012 - 12.2017
  • Hired, terminated, and trained staff within the office
  • Supervised secretaries, receptionists, medical billers and coders
  • Oversaw billing, coding, and collections
  • Scheduled appointments
  • Maintained electronic medical records
  • Arranged for emergency maintenance visits for building
  • Ordered medical and office supplies
  • Submitted claims to insurance companies
  • Submitted billing statements to patients
  • Assessed employee performance
  • Performed data entry and processing
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures
  • Provided educational material for patients.

Rehabilitation Administrative Aide

MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital
06.2007 - 08.2012
  • Answered, screened and transferred inbound phone calls
  • Received and directed visitors, patients, families, and clients
  • Performed clerical duties including photocopying, fax and mailing
  • Prepared and modified documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos, meeting minutes and emails
  • Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors
  • Prepared agendas/forms/reports for meetings and prepared schedules for therapists
  • Recorded, compiled, transcribed and distributed minutes of meetings
  • Maintained office supply inventories through appropriate ordering system
  • Coordinated maintenance of office equipment (as approved by manager)
  • Maintained knowledge of HIPAA laws and facility guidelines
  • Provided professional interaction with families regarding therapy services
  • Performed tasks of manager in cases of emergency/illness/lack of manager
  • Provided patient transport, equipment cleaning, and other duties as assigned by management, patient set-up for therapists, assistance in treatment as allowed by governing state practice act, etc.

Computer/Administrative Assistant

Naval Air Systems Command/DOD
11.1994 - 06.2003
  • Provided technical assistance to users of department's computer system
  • Answered technical questions and solved minor or routine problems regarding use of computer or software
  • Trained users in software applications
  • Consulted with users to determine any additional hardware or software needs
  • Researched and made recommendations on potential purchases
  • Installed and tested new hardware and software
  • Assisted in overseeing employees
  • Served as resource on technical questions and provided problem solving solutions
  • Produced full and incremental backups of system software and data
  • Monitored condition of all computer equipment; contacts appropriate office if equipment problems occur
  • Operated computers to perform a variety of tasks in support of department including any or all of the following: desktop publishing, posting accounts receivable, generating reports, or preparing vouchers or other forms.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Psychology -

Saint Catherine University
05.2024

Associates of Applied Science Occupational Therapist Assistant -

Saint Catherine University
12.2017

High School Diploma General Studies -

Potomac Senior High School
06.1991

Skills

  • National Board-Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/L) Florida License
  • BLS/CPR Healthcare Certified
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certified
  • ABA techniques
  • Behavioral conditions
  • Communication
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Report Writing
  • Documentation skills
  • Case Management
  • Social skill development
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Skill Development
  • Behavior Management
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Positive and negative reinforcements
  • Social Skills Development
  • Goal attainment
  • Data Collection
  • Appointment Setting
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Behavioral Management
  • Client Relationship Development

Tel

(240) 434-2873

Skills Licensure

COTA #400436, 03/2027, #17022, 02/2025, 10/2024, 08/2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

District Behavior Technician, II

Brevard Public Schools ESE Program Support Services
06.2023 - Current

ESE-Instructional Assistant (IA)/Behavioral Support Team

Dr. W. J. Creel Elementary
10.2021 - 06.2023

Stay At Home Parent

Self Employed/CEO of Weakley Family Household
06.2019 - 10.2021

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Licensed (COTA/L)

Sense-Ability Therapy, LLC
01.2018 - 05.2019

Practice Administrator/Office Manager

Sense-Ability Therapy, LLC
08.2012 - 12.2017

Rehabilitation Administrative Aide

MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital
06.2007 - 08.2012

Computer/Administrative Assistant

Naval Air Systems Command/DOD
11.1994 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Arts Psychology -

Saint Catherine University

Associates of Applied Science Occupational Therapist Assistant -

Saint Catherine University

High School Diploma General Studies -

Potomac Senior High School
Teresia Weakley