Whitney Beaulac
Bedford,NH
Summary
Caring and compassionate ABA behavior technician experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs. Energetic professional performs assessments, monitors behavior and helps develop treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Offers skills in task prioritization and task management.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
NECC
Bedford, NH
04.2015 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Assisted clients in identifying and setting goals to promote positive behavior development.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Facilitated social skills development in group settings, fostering improved peer interactions.
- Supported families in understanding and managing challenging behaviors, promoting consistency across environments.
- Provided direct support during community outings, facilitating appropriate social interactions among peers while practicing newly acquired skills within real-world contexts.
- Educated parents and caregivers to apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Paraprofessional
Bedford School District
Bedford, NH
01.2008 - 04.2015
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Fine Arts
Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Boston, MA05.2007
Skills
- Data Collection
- Documentation skills
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
- Prompting and Fading Strategies
- Behavioral Management
- Social Skills Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Teaching Play and Leisure Skills
- Picture Exchange Communication System
- Discrete trial teaching
- Client Relationship Development
- Report Writing
- Adaptive Living Skills Training
- Crisis Management and Prevention
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Errorless Learning Techniques
- Social skill development
- Self-Management Strategies
- Direct Instruction Methodologies
- Natural Environment Teaching
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Incidental Teaching Strategies
- Parent Collaboration and Training
- Task Analysis and Chaining
- Critical Thinking
- Rapport Building
Timeline
Behavior Technician
NECC
04.2015 - Current
Paraprofessional
Bedford School District
01.2008 - 04.2015
Bachelor Of Arts - Fine Arts
Massachusetts College of Art And Design