- Martial Arts
- Reading
- Video Gaming
- Strategy Games
- Electronics and Circuit Building
William C Vasquez
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Accomplished Behavioral Technician with a proven track record at Valley Recovery Center, adept in crisis intervention and behavioral management. Excelled in reducing problem behaviors by over 30% through innovative coping strategies, fostering trust, and enhancing client well-being. Skilled in multitasking and critical thinking and, tailoring interventions to individual needs. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Technician
Valley Recovery Center
05.2022 - Current
- Reduced problem behaviors by teaching clients appropriate coping strategies and replacement behaviors.
- Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout therapy sessions.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering trust and engagement in therapeutic activities.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Used Sunwave to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Administered patient medications and tracked dosages.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Adapted therapy materials based on individual needs, ensuring accessibility for all clients regardless of ability level or learning style.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Care Giver
In House Support Service
08.2017 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychology
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA01.2026
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis Management
- Behavioral Management
- Intake Assessment
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Behavior Observation
- Behavioral support
- Interpersonal Skills
Desktop and laptop installations
Computer troubleshooting
Installation and repair
System upgrades
Hardware installation
Device configuration
Software updates
System testing
Help desk support
Mobile device support
Network troubleshooting
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Food Handler's Permit/Certification – California/ ANSI Accredited Department of Health.
- RADT Certification - CCAPP Credentaling
Interests
Timeline
Behavioral Technician
Valley Recovery Center
05.2022 - Current
Care Giver
In House Support Service
08.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Psychology
Antelope Valley College
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