Tyiesha Peterson
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong leadership and interpersonal skills, bringing deep understanding of clinical protocols and patient care. Adept in case management and treatment planning, with specialized training in clinical supervision and healthcare regulations. Committed to fostering supportive environment that enhances team performance and patient outcomes. Developed leadership and supervisory skills in clinical environment, facilitating effective team management and patient care. Expertise in treatment planning, case management, and healthcare regulations, adaptable to various professional settings. Seeking to leverage these transferable skills to transition into new field and drive impactful results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Intervention Specialist II (CIS II)
Creating Behavioral and Educational Momentum (CBEM)
07.2021 - Current
- Managed a caseload of individuals with various skills, diagnoses, and means of support
- Maintained a caseload and carried the case through all phases (Assessment, implementation, and Transitional) throughout the life of the case
- Developed and implemented stabilization plans that included various coping strategies, behavioral strategies, and community resources
- Attended consultation (BCBA, License psychologist, and Psychiatrist) meetings, NLACRC drop-in clinics, and completed notes on occasions
- Completed intakes for new clients
- Attended the NLACRC virtual vendors affair in 2021
- Provided support (shadow sessions) to new CIS staff onboarding
- Participated in the crisis hotline rotation
Clinical Supervisor
Behavioral Intervention Specialist of Los Angeles
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Held a caseload of individuals whose ages ranged from 2 to 20 years old
- Conducted behavior assessments such as ABAS-3 and VB-MAPP to develop goals tailored to the client’s needs
- Developed treatment plans based on the client’s needs and the support from the environment
- Provided parent education and staff training using the behavior skills training model
- Collaborated with other professionals such as teachers, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists
- Attended Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) meetings
- Provided ongoing documentation of the client’s progress in the form of graphs, supervision notes, and progress reports
Q.I.C(Quality, integrity, Coverage) team member
Behavior Learning Network
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Trained therapist on multiple procedures such as DTT, FCT, Safety protocol, and other empirically based procedures
- Conducted fidelity assessments by directly observing therapists implement ABA procedures
- Attended biweekly team meetings and mandatory training
- Provided ongoing and accurate feedback to the program behavior therapist
- Created stimuli for multiple programs such as DTT, Social skills, and self-help
- Implemented evidenced-based ABA treatment programs that met the needs of the client
Behavioral Interventionist
Early Strides Child Development Center
08.2016 - 10.2017
- Implemented evidenced-based ABA treatment programs
- Participated, as a team member, to maintain a safe and respectful environment for the students by utilizing the safety management tools provided in training
- Ensured integrity of program implementation by following the behavior plan, collecting accurate data, and providing daily documentation
- Attended monthly team meetings and mandatory training
- Provided ongoing and accurate feedback to the program supervisor
Behavioral Therapist
Bridge for Kids
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Implemented evidenced-based ABA treatment programs specifically designed for students with identified special needs
- Participated, as a team member, to maintain a safe and respectful environment for clients by utilizing the safety management tools provided in training
- Ensured integrity of program implementation by following the behavior plan, collecting accurate data, and providing daily documentation
Behavioral skills therapist
Trumpet Behavioral Health
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Implemented evidenced-based ABA treatment programs specifically designed for students with identified special needs
- Participated, as a team member, to maintain a safe and respectful environment for the students by utilizing the safety management tools provided in training
- Ensured integrity of program implementation by following the behavior plan, collecting accurate data, and providing daily documentation
- Attended Biweekly meetings and mandatory training
- Provided parent training in the home and the community
- Utilized various programs such as Catalyst for data collection, Central Reach, and NPA works for a time sheet
Personal attendant
Remi Vista
07.2012 - 02.2013
- Assisted individuals with adaptive skills such as hygiene, finances, and chores
- Provided daily progress reports that pertained to the client’s goals
- Attended activities with the clients, from doctor’s appointments to Special Olympics
- Attended monthly meetings with the treatment team to discuss the client’s progress and adjustments to the case
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
07.2027
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Los Angeles, CA04.2019
Bachelor of Art - Psychology, Child development
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA12.2014
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Leadership
- Behavior Modification
- Social Skills Training
- Adaptive Learning
- Emotional Support
- Background in childhood development
- Transition planning
- Problem-solving skills
- Multitasking strength
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Documentation And Reporting
- Report Writing
Timeline
Critical Intervention Specialist II (CIS II)
Creating Behavioral and Educational Momentum (CBEM)
07.2021 - Current
Clinical Supervisor
Behavioral Intervention Specialist of Los Angeles
06.2019 - 07.2021
Q.I.C(Quality, integrity, Coverage) team member
Behavior Learning Network
01.2018 - 06.2019
Behavioral Interventionist
Early Strides Child Development Center
08.2016 - 10.2017
Behavioral Therapist
Bridge for Kids
01.2016 - 09.2017
Behavioral skills therapist
Trumpet Behavioral Health
09.2014 - 01.2016
Personal attendant
Remi Vista
07.2012 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Art - Psychology, Child development
Humboldt State University
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
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