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Kristen Parker

Brookhaven

Summary

Capable and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician with experience working with children with Autism, ADHD, and ODD in home and school settings. Able to implement interventions based on treatment plans prescribed by the client's providers, and document the client's observable behaviors to clarify progress toward an identified goal.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Sevita Health
Broomall
01.2021 - Current
  • Promotes positive interactions with children (ages 4-17) with ADHD, autism, and oppositional defiant behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
  • Implement therapeutic activities that promote skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
  • Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.
  • Establish rapport with diverse populations by utilizing strong cultural competence skills during interactions with both patients and their families alike.
  • Intervene with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Observe, monitor, and record problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Support clients using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Keep accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
  • Collaborate with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
  • Supports patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Education

Bachelors of Science of Psychology -

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA
05.2022

Skills

  • Knowledgeable in De-escalation Strategies
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • HIPAA Requirements
  • Social Skills Development
  • Behavior Observation
  • Behavioral Support
  • Skill-building Exercises

Research

  • West Chester University, Dr. Eleanor Brown, Studied the cognitive and emotional development of preschool students in families that experience oppression such as poverty, racism, and classism. Gained 300+ hours of experience in a school environment professionally communicating with school staff and parents. Autism Partnership Foundation, Completed 40 hours of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) training.

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Sevita Health
01.2021 - Current

Bachelors of Science of Psychology -

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Kristen Parker