Advocate Supervisor

• Jan 2023 - Present

Registered Behavior Technician

• Feb 2022 - Jan 2023

•Implement Behavior Support Plans for 5-10 children impacted by autism that reduce the frequency and severity of maladaptive behaviors and foster the growth of functional communication, social, daily living, and school readiness skills •Record data during each therapeutic session and submit daily notes pertaining to each child’s progress •Connect and collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members to ensure the best care for each client •Display sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of each child and their family Show less

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

• Mar 2019 - Feb 2022

•Maintained files in accordance with state and agency standards for 18-24 adults with intellectual disabilities and other comorbid diagnoses•Developed and wrote person-centered service plans targeted to help clients develop new skills•Supported the professional skill development of caregivers and other team members by providing comprehensive training•Coordinated medical care for clients and advocated for their needs at appointments•Responded in a timely manner to emergency situations, which may have warranted the use of emergency medical services, enhanced behavioral supports, and psychiatric hospitalizations•Recorded and analyzed each client’s progress from data collected in monthly intervals, and revised service plans as needed•Regularly communicated and collaborated with clients’ support team Show less

Residential Group Home Team Leader

• Mar 2018 - Mar 2019

•Provided complete oversight and supervision to caregivers providing supports to adults with intellectual disabilities and other comorbid diagnoses•Maintained a monthly schedule for each caregiver and resolved any scheduling issues•Interviewed candidates for open positions, provided recommendations for employment, and onboarded new employees•Developed, coordinated, and implemented effective training programs that aligned with both organization and client needs•Evaluated caregiver performance and provided regular feedback pertaining to strengths and areas for growth Show less

Bakeshop Clerk

• Mar 2013 - Mar 2018

•Interacted daily with customers and co-workers in a professional manner •Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent customer service and producing quality products •Promoted to custom-order cake decorator •Interacted daily with customers and co-workers in a professional manner •Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent customer service and producing quality products •Promoted to custom-order cake decorator