Nykia Taylor
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Driven professional with background in supportive, client-focused environment, seeking to transition into new field. Developed strong skills in behavior analysis and intervention, along with ability to adapt to diverse situations and individuals. Committed to applying these transferable skills to make meaningful impact in new career path. Offering warm, patient demeanor combined with genuine passion for helping individuals achieve their best. Brings strong understanding of behavioral principles and techniques, with ability to quickly learn and apply new strategies. Ready to use and develop skills in observation and data collection. Knowledgeable Behavorial Technician with background in behavior analysis and intervention strategies. Proven track record in implementing behavior modification plans that enhance clients' social and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to use positive reinforcement and data collection techniques to achieve individual goal.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
RBT, Connection plus
05.2022 - Current
- Measuring and observing behaviors
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Tracking data
- Observing behaviors
- Working with a team to make sure the individual is getting the proper help they need
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
08.2020 - 05.2022
- I help and assist with clients that are high functioning down to low functioning individuals
- I also toilet assist with bathing in changing the clients
- I also provide interaction socialization skills companionship
- I also learned how to drive a company van to transfer clients in the company is in and I also assist with wheelchair accessibility
Key Associate
Northampton Community College
01.2020 - 10.2021
- I worked in a office setting
- Help others with a paper work and explain anything to them if they have questions about a specific topic
- File paper work such paper work from the county assistant office
- Explaining what’s the next steps to the other student or person about the process and giving them insight on welfare
- I was being supervised as well
Behavioral Health Technician
Aveanna Healthcare
06.2021 - 08.2021
- I will provide emotional and Educational supporton 1 with a student
- Assisting students with educational assistance as in homework work or any activity
- I also worked with kids with high functioning values and low functioning values some nonverbal and verbal
- And providing companionship friendship and emotional support
Customer Service
Carters
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Helping customers with there needs such as knowledge of the products and providing them with the right positive attitude making them feel welcomed
Customer Service Representative
Navient
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Provided quality customer service and account resolution to customers, via phone calls
- Utilized approved resources and internet sites to obtain contact information for consumers
- Answered incoming calls from customers to assist them in reducing delinquency, securing payments, and counseling about available repayment and deferment options
PCA Personal Care Assistant
United Methodist Homes Wesley Village
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Warehouse Worker
Kane Warehousing
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Operated RF gun scanner, palletized and shrink wrapped the loaded skids
- Ensured production goals were being met, during both peak and non-peak periods
- Ensured work area maintained with high standards of safety, organization and cleanliness
Crewmember
Paraprofessional, Source Teachers
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Worked with students individually support the learning of content and skills
- Assisted students with moving to other classrooms, and arrival and departure from school
- Assisted students with clothing, grooming, health habits, and bathroom activities
Line Cook
Taco Bell
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted residents with daily hygiene needs, dressing, bathing, showering, and toileting
- Assisted residents at mealtime with transporting to and from the dining room
- Performed charting duties including activity and treatment sheets, Processed monetary transactions using a POS system
- Assisted in food preparation, order fulfillment and serving customers
- Prepared and cooked food to order per company policy and procedure
Customer Service Representative
Babies R Us
04.2015 - 11.2015
- Operated point of sale system
- Kept assigned area fully stocked and clean
- Assisted customers and answered questions in a friendly manner
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA05.2024
Skills
- Active listening
- Data collection
- Documentation skills
- Prompting and fading strategies
- Microsoft
Timeline
Behavior Technician
RBT, Connection plus
05.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Aveanna Healthcare
06.2021 - 08.2021
Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
08.2020 - 05.2022
Key Associate
Northampton Community College
01.2020 - 10.2021
Customer Service
Carters
05.2019 - 08.2020
PCA Personal Care Assistant
United Methodist Homes Wesley Village
09.2017 - 04.2018
Warehouse Worker
Kane Warehousing
06.2017 - 08.2017
Crewmember
Paraprofessional, Source Teachers
04.2017 - 08.2017
Customer Service Representative
Navient
01.2017 - 10.2018
Line Cook
Taco Bell
04.2015 - 08.2016
Customer Service Representative
Babies R Us
04.2015 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
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