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Twanna Harps

Austin,TX

Summary

Passionate Registered Behavior Technician with experience serving patients with autism and other diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional, and social skills development within clinic. Excellent communication, time management, and people skills. Responsible, caring, patient, self-motivated, and detail-oriented nature bring crucial assets that are necessary for work involving children.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT III)

Behavioral Innovations
Kyle, TX
07.2023 - Current
  • Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
  • Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
  • Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
  • Implemented visual supports such as schedules, picture cards.
  • Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or other forms of prompting when necessary.
  • Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
  • Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
  • Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
  • Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
  • Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
  • Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
  • Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
  • Identified and addressed individual problems using clinical team recommendations and solutions.
  • Attended review, progress and clinical team meetings.
  • Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.

Senior Administrative Assistant

Magic Pest and Lawn
Kyle, TX
03.2016 - Current

Customer Service Responsibilities

  • Answer the phone to quote & schedule clients
  • Resolve customer complaints
  • Email management

Data Entry

  • Enter customer information into CRM and update as needed
  • Create and update invoices
  • Find and resolve discrepancies in information

Analytical & Other Communications

  • Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations
  • Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, and address and resolve scheduling problems

Training Responsibilities

  • Conduct training sessions to teach job duties and procedures to new administrative employees

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Obtain and examine all relevant information to assess validity of complaints and determine possible causes
  • Create and oversee administrative policies and procedures
  • Track leave time, sick time, and vacation days

Babysitter/Nanny

Neal Kezar
Austin, TX
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
  • Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Used organization and time management skills to multitask and keep children on set schedules..
  • Helped prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children..
  • Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, Arizona
05.2014

Skills

  • CPR Certified
  • Behavioral Management
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Goal Attainment
  • First Aid
  • Time Management
  • Data Collection
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Suite
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Database and Client Management Systems
  • Task Prioritization
  • Research and Analytical Skills
  • Staff Training
  • Data Entry
  • Remote Conferencing
  • Problem Solving
  • Social Skills Development
  • Child Safety Procedures
  • Child Safety
  • Praise and Encouragement
  • Parent Interaction
  • Problem-Solving
  • Potty Training
  • Safety Instruction

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT III)

Behavioral Innovations
07.2023 - Current

Babysitter/Nanny

Neal Kezar
11.2022 - 12.2023

Senior Administrative Assistant

Magic Pest and Lawn
03.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

University of Arizona Global Campus
Twanna Harps