TIARA McCallister
Acworth,Ga
Summary
Behavioral professional with 5+ years of experience in behavioral and cognitive health through Applied behavioral analysis, looking to leverage skills. I possess strong leadership and managerial skills as a support supervisor and an excellent ability to build rapport and establish lasting relationships with clientele. I am skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting behavioral assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Carpe Diem Behavioral Health
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior plans and interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting thorough assessments and creating targeted intervention plans.
- Trained staff on effective behavior management techniques, improving client outcomes and staff confidence.
- Collected and analyzed data to monitor client progress and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Reduced disruptive behaviors in the classroom by providing consistent, positive reinforcement for desired actions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to students'' unique needs.
- Facilitated social skills development through group activities and role-playing exercises.
- Improved communication between students and educators by serving as a liaison and advocate for each child''s specific needs.
- Contributed to increased student engagement by creating a safe, supportive learning environment that fostered mutual respect and understanding.
- Assisted students in achieving academic success through one-on-one tutoring sessions focused on their individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging behaviors within the classroom setting, reducing disruptions and promoting a positive educational experience for all students.
- Empowered parents with strategies to reinforce desired behaviors at home, leading to improved consistency across settings.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through data collection and analysis, making informed decisions regarding intervention adjustments when necessary.
- Implemented crisis prevention techniques effectively to maintain a safe environment for both staff and students during high-stress situations.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, goals, interventions, and progress towards objectives within required timelines.
- Promoted self-regulation among students by teaching coping mechanisms and stress management techniques appropriate for their age level.
- Continuously updated knowledge of evidence-based practices in the field of behavioral education through professional development opportunities and research initiatives.
- Coached fellow instructors on best practices for behavior management strategies, improving overall team effectiveness in supporting diverse learners.
- Led parent-teacher conferences that highlighted achievements while addressing areas of concern, fostering open communication channels and promoting active parental involvement in the education process.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify the root causes of behavior challenges, informing targeted intervention strategies for optimal results.
- Developed strong rapport with students and their families, building trust and fostering a sense of community within the educational setting.
- Collaborated with supervisors to update content area curriculum and design new course offerings.
- Engaged with students on consistent basis by verbally and non-verbally interacting during structured and unstructured activities.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Uniquely U Autism Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior plans and interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting thorough assessments and creating targeted intervention plans.
- Trained staff on effective behavior management techniques, improving client outcomes and staff confidence.
- Enhanced communication within the organization by managing internal newsletters and announcements.
- Assisted in talent acquisition by conducting comprehensive job analyses and creating accurate job descriptions.
- Provided support for employee performance evaluations, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation.
- Reduced employee turnover through thoughtful onboarding procedures and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Organized company-wide events to foster a positive work culture and enhance employee engagement.
- Developed training materials to facilitate consistent onboarding experiences for new hires across departments.
- Supported managers in addressing employee relations issues, providing guidance on conflict resolution techniques.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and standards.
Education Coach
Primrose School Of Kennesaw North
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Supported teachers in educational planning and progress from enrollment to Pre-K graduation.
- Helped teachers identify learning strengths and weaknesses and connected teachers with necessary university resources to aid in success.
- Maintained regular communication with students and teachers according to Primrose's protocol.
- Served as expert in students' academic program details and answered questions regarding program or institution.
- Arranged student engagements with faculty to meet needs for deeper academic support.
- Helped teachers develop organizational, time management and planning skills.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students and teachers with academic or personal concerns.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Pathways Autism Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Caseload size : 7 clients, led and supported technical staff in program implementation.
- Executed and followed ethical standards for behavior analysts as outlined through BACB.
- Participated in all team meetings and companywide trainings as designated by supervisor and organization.
- Coordinated efforts with caregivers to deliver efficient and consistent care clientele.
- Data collection methods, and research-based behavioral interventions based on principles of ABA.
- Completed functional behavior assessments (FBAs), functional analyses (FA), and design behavior intervention plans for clients, including follow-through and support assistance for correct implementation.
- Designed skill acquisition protocols inclusive of developing communication, social skills, independence, and behavior skill sets.
- Provided regular training and support to direct care staff implementing treatment protocols in clinic, school, and community settings.
Clinical Supervisor
Appleseeds Behavioral Center
07.2020 - 02.2022
- 1:1 Parent Training and staff training
- Enforced Behavioral Assessments using PEAK, , Socially Savvy, and Essentials for Living
- Performed collaboratively with SLP and OT to develop individualized treatment plans
- Maneuvered Treatment plan meetings with caregivers
- Devised Short term and Long Term Goals to address client needs
- Directed programs for children with Autism
- Supervised Caseload of 12 clients and clinical team of 5 technicians
Clinical Supervisor
JKP Analysts, LLC
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Aided the behavior analyst in completing assessments and developing ABA therapy
- Accumulated and examined data and make interventions and changes as needed
- Administered ABA assessments
- Scrutinized a caseload of about 10-12 clients and the need for patient reassessment or referral
- Concluded reports detailing the progress of an ABA program
- Discontinued any treatment procedure that appears harmful to the patient and immediately notify the supervising applied behavior analyst.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Columbus State University
12.2016
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Administrative Duties
- Focused Observation
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Instructional Techniques
- Diverse Student Populations
- Classroom Instruction
- Training Material Updates
- Behavior Modification
- Promote Learning
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Customer service
- Teamwork and delegation
- Preparing and delivering reports
- Organization and planning
Certification
- Education in Leadership Training- April 2023
- Licensed Behavior Analyst- Alabama - 2020
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst since 2019. (Active)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Carpe Diem Behavioral Health
01.2024 - Current
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Uniquely U Autism Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Education Coach
Primrose School Of Kennesaw North
11.2022 - 08.2023
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Pathways Autism Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
Clinical Supervisor
Appleseeds Behavioral Center
07.2020 - 02.2022
Clinical Supervisor
JKP Analysts, LLC
02.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Columbus State University