Behavior Specialist

• Feb 2022 - Present

Residential Behavior Specialist

• Jan 2021 - Feb 2022

• Assists in periodic skill assessments and functional behavior assessments, such as AFLS • Utilizes evidence-based assessment methods to procure accurate and reliable data • Trains and oversees process of data collection in residential program areas • Contributes to development of behavior support plans and skill acquisition programs with the inclusion of target behavior, goals, objectives, and replacement skills • Utilizes Operant Learning Theory, principles of learning and behavioral teaching techniques to assist BCBA in identifying appropriate interventions • Trains staff on implementation of support and intervention plans • Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings, including behavioral support planning, IEP meetings, and goal development meetings, under the supervision of BCBA • Creates charts and graphs to visualize data determined by written plan • Collaborates with behavioral team colleagues when problem-solving or intervention adjustments using data to drive decisions making process and implements treatment decisions based on BCBA analysis • Observes, analyzes, and provides supplemental training to residential program with approximately 25 staff between three houses • Provides crisis intervention services during behavioral crises, according to SOP • Provides periodic updates to participant families Show less

Early Intervention Service Coordinator

• Apr 2019 - May 2021

● Coordinates therapy services for children ages birth to 3 years suspected of a developmental delay ● Conducts Individualized Family Service Plan meetings under the supervision of an official designee ● Provides case management services to clients for EI Program including evaluation referrals, documenting notes, progress reports, filing documentation, and transition to preschool ● Uses the NYS Health Commerce System’s EI component to manage files, update service plans, and maintain notes ● Meets with clients both in person and via phone ● Reviews all assigned cases and service plans to make sure cases are managed according to state guidelines ● Utilizes databases to locate and refer clients to services in accordance with service plans ● Provides information and referrals to therapeutic providers to fulfill client service plans ● Assists clients in maintaining services by scheduling with therapists and care providers ● Provides transition guidance from EI to pre-school, OPWDD, or to other behavioral support or clinical program Show less

Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable

• Jul 2018 - May 2019

● Provided bookkeeping, filing, and administrative support for a graphic production firm ● Created invoices for clients and process client payments ● Created financial reports in Quickbooks ● Provided bookkeeping, filing, and administrative support for a graphic production firm ● Created invoices for clients and process client payments ● Created financial reports in Quickbooks

Office Manager

• May 2017 - May 2018

● Managed operations and administrative tasks in a fast-paced tech environment ● Researched benefit providers, acquired quotes, and negotiated rates on behalf of company ● Processed expenses and provided employees with administrative support ● Provided administrative support consistent with industry best practices ● Managed operations and administrative tasks in a fast-paced tech environment ● Researched benefit providers, acquired quotes, and negotiated rates on behalf of company ● Processed expenses and provided employees with administrative support ● Provided administrative support consistent with industry best practices

Office Manager

• Oct 2016 - Mar 2017

● Managed operations and administrative tasks in a fast-paced tech environment ● Processed expenses and provided employees with administrative support ● Provided administrative support consistent with industry best practices ● Managed operations and administrative tasks in a fast-paced tech environment ● Processed expenses and provided employees with administrative support ● Provided administrative support consistent with industry best practices

Medicaid Service Coordinator

• Mar 2015 - Nov 2015

● Provided casework services to caseload of 40 clients with developmental disabilities and mental health issues who receive Medicaid services in clinical, community, and home based settings ● Reviewed all assigned cases and service plans to ensure compliance with state and OPWDD guidelines ● Documented case notes consisting of observations, health and behavioral data from residential visits ● Conducted Interdisciplinary Team meetings to review progress, health and behavioral data ● Visited cases in person to review service fulfillment, such as nursing homes, medical procedures, staff, and moves ● Assisted clients in maintaining services by scheduling with therapists, counseling services, and physicians Show less

Student Teacher

• Sep 2014 - Dec 2014

Taught high school ELA in a self-contained special education setting Taught high school ELA in a self-contained special education setting

Student Teacher

• Jan 2014 - May 2014

Taught high school science in a self-contained special education setting Taught high school science in a self-contained special education setting

Substitute Teacher

• Jan 2013 - Mar 2013

Adjunct Instructor of English

• Jan 2012 - Mar 2013

Front Desk

• May 2009 - Mar 2013

Assistant Manager

• Jan 2011 - Jul 2011

Editor

• Aug 2007 - Dec 2010

Intern

• Jan 2009 - Apr 2009