Michael Pasternack
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Credentials
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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)Jan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
De-escalation Strategies and Restraints
Crisis Prevention InstituteJan, 2014- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Education Alternatives
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Support Specialist
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Feb 2014 - Present
• Manage the special education program that serves over 25 high school students in grades 9-12 with behavioral solutions, supporting the company’s mission to offer the opportunity to create successful, independent futures.• Lead a team of six occupational, speech, and physical therapists who provide 1:1 therapy and support, ensuring goals are met in areas including client satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance.• Administer upwards of 40 language, play, imitation, and motor skill tests to clients affected by an intellectual disability (ID), adjusting methods as needed and reporting areas of strength and opportunity to parents.• Consult with school administrators and teachers on classroom safety and individualized education measures.• Process medical insurance, answer questions and concerns, and act as the primary contact for emergencies. • Build and promote strong client relationships through trust, confidentiality, and attentiveness to their needs.• Implement and coach staff on new techniques and best practices based on industry research and data. Show less
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Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
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Feb 2004 - Feb 2014
• Provided critical 1:1 applied behavioral analysis (ABA) consulting to over 35 children diagnosed with autism through a specialized home-based care program.• Gathered quantifiable data to implement individualized treatment plans, including referencing over 30k target behaviors to create tailored goals based on specific clients’ disability. • Executed 150+ behavioral requests within a 2-hour session, recording responses in detailed daily reports.• Utilized creativity, interpersonal, and communication skills to solve problems and inspire desired actions.• Carried out behavioral interventions and treatment plans, including consequences for inappropriate behavior. Show less
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Shatter Shield
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Greater Philadelphia Area
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Sales Consultant
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Dec 2017 - Aug 2018
• Sold $100k in high-grade Security Window Film for residential, commercial and institutional customers. • Traveled to customers’ homes throughout the tri-state area to perform product demonstrations, averaging sales of $3k each and a 60% upsell rate for an additional $750-$3k. • Participated in ongoing sales training and coaching camps on a weekly basis to enhance presentation strategy. • Utilized cold calling, walk-in, and heavy referral program promotion to identify new prospective clients. Show less
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Education
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor's Degree, Psychology
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