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Theresa Herrera

Houston,TX

Summary

Highly motivated, committed, and passionate therapist with 4 years of experience in Applied Behavioral Analysis. Dedicated to pursuing a career and further education in this field moving towards billing and in-take. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills enable effective support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in implementing behavioral plans and treatment goals. Ultimate goal is to empower these children to graduate from ABA services and lead fulfilling lives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Trainer

Autism Learning Partners
04.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated training sessions to reinforce the knowledge acquired by new hires during virtual training to apply those skills in practical scenarios.
  • Assessed trainee performance through evaluations to ensure comprehension and skill acquisition.
  • Collaborating with regional trainer to review onboard new hires caseload and assist in coverage during sick and vacation leave.
  • Conduct in-person powerpoint trainings for new hires to develop essential skills for RBT field competency prior to sit-down examination.
  • Participating in monthly pod meetings with the BCBA and team to review new policies and enhance clinic culture.
  • Track the progress of clients and the performance of staff, ensuring that behavioral interventions are implemented correctly and effectively.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the organization by encouraging ongoing professional development for all staff members.
  • Acting as a mentor to staff, helping to support and report on professional development and promote positive outcomes.
  • Reporting claims of child abuse to proper channels and taking proper processions to ensure all client safety.

Advanced Behavioral Therapist

Autism Learning Partners
05.2024 - 04.2025
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff.
  • Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing appropriate interventions.
  • Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
  • Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
  • Implemented crisis intervention plans when necessary to maintain safety within therapy sessions implemented by supervisory staff.
  • Collected and analyzed data on client performance, while communicating adjusting treatment plans accordingly to maximize progress towards goals.
  • Trained parents and caregivers in behavior management strategies, empowering them to support their child''s growth at home effectively.
  • Visited clients at home, school and other settings to leverage expertise and positively impact individuals' lives with skilled interventions.

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) In-Home

Apara Autism Center
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Understood and followed written and oral instructions to implement into clients treatments plans.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Attended training for required responsibilities and further knowledge
  • Reporting and documenting inappropriate behaviors from other therapists
  • Working in school setting and creating schedule based around teachers
  • Observing child behavior and collecting data throughout the session
  • Converting through the use of database Central Reach
  • Working within clients homes and communicating with parents, while providing parents interventions to utilize at home
  • Conducting paired-choice and multiple stimulus preference assessments

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Clinical

Apara Autism Center
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Tracked and logged client data consistently.
  • Maintaining client confidentiality while following HIPAA and company policies
  • Working with non-verbal clients and utilizing AAC devices
  • Documenting data through the data base Central Reach
  • Implementing behavioral intervention plans and treatment plans
  • Creating client materials and utilizing them throughout session
  • Reporting incidents and writing incident reports
  • Relaying information to parents during pickup and drop off
  • Converting sessions within a timely manner
  • Traveling among other clinics during a 5 week time frame
  • Delivering short summary among other therapist during transitional phases
  • Helped graduate 3 clients out of ABA services within 1 years time frame

Education

High School Diploma -

Copperas Cove High School
05-2021

Skills

  • Leadership Position
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Time Management
  • Beginner ASL
  • Autism Experience
  • Experience with Children
  • Applied Behavioral Analysis
  • Mentoring

Certification

  • RBT Certified
  • Safety Care Training
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Field Trainer

Autism Learning Partners
04.2025 - Current

Advanced Behavioral Therapist

Autism Learning Partners
05.2024 - 04.2025

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) In-Home

Apara Autism Center
11.2023 - 05.2024

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Clinical

Apara Autism Center
08.2022 - 11.2023

High School Diploma -

Copperas Cove High School

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