Dedicated Behavioral Therapist/Technician with experience using positive and negative reinforcement strategies to improve behaviors. Experienced in implementing behavior treatment plans and intervention techniques. Also experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments. I am a knowledgeable Behavior Technician with over 2.5 years experienced at current company. Also worked with kids on the spectrum while in high school (MAC Link Program). I a very hard worker, reliable, enjoy helping individuals reach their goals, multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. Lastly, I am highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Skills
Dedicated
Hard worker
Fast learner
Helpful
Respectful
Reliable
Good communication skills
Problem solver
Caring/friendly
Responsible
Organized
Experience
10/2018 to Current
Behavioral TechnicianFrancisan Health – Saint John, IN,
Documented patients' activities and behaviors into ABA and careconnect system for recordkeeping.
Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
Applied Naturalistic Teaching and Token Economy strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss life events in order to help each person develop personal and relational insights.
Accurately documented all observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
Treated and improved reading and academic skills and adaptive learning skills, including fine motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality and job competence.
04/2017 to 12/2018
Rehabilitation TechnicianVeterans Health Administration – Edinburgh, IN,
Transferred and transported patients from one area to another area.
Frequently checked up on patients and offered assistance on using equipment.
Monitored and assisted both occupational and physical therapists during treatments.
Performed operational duties such as answering phone, copying documents and updating schedule boards.
Administered therapy programs to enhance performance, utilizing selected activities and special equipment.
Educated patients on safety concerns and helped achieve optimal results by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
Provided proper ambulation support to patients in need of mobility assistance.
Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Modified assistive devices to make adaptive changes to equipment.
Provided direct patient care services while utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment and techniques.
Assisted therapists in carrying out and improving treatment programs to provide optimal patient services.
09/2015 to 06/2017
Server/WaitressBuffalo Wild Wings – City, STATE,
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Greeted newly seated guests quickly and efficiently.
Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Requested photo identification from patrons ordering alcoholic beverages to verify legal age of consumption.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Sent orders to kitchen staff.
Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
05/2012 to 08/2015
Server/WaitressPinckney Diner – City, STATE,
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales.
Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
Rearranged tables and chairs, located or rolled extra silverware to prepare for large groups.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Presented patrons with menus and specials promptly after seating, following up to address questions before taking orders.
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2013
High School Diploma: Pinckney Community High School - Pinckney, MI GPA:
Honor Roll (All four years)
GPA 3.6 or higher
Expected in
: Physical Therapy Assistance Baker College - Flint, MI GPA:
Major in Physical Therapy Assistant Programe
Transferred to Washtenaw Community College
4.0 GPA
Dean's List Honoree [Fall Semester and 2013]
Expected in 03/2020
Associate of Science: Health Program Preparation Washtenaw Community College - Ann Arbor, MI GPA:
Honor Roll
Certificate Liberal Arts MACRAO ( May, 2019)
3.8 or Higher GPA
Expected in 08/2021
Bachelor of Science: Psychology Eastern Michigan University - Ypsilanti, MI, GPA:
Major in Psychology with BcBa Concentration
Minor in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Acknowledgement- Hard work and dedication: Child Psychology (EMU Student Success Team; Feb, 2020)
Certifications
Recipients Rights Training
QBS training (yearly)
Adult/Pediatric CPR, First-Aid, and AED (last done in 2021)
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