Brigette Wacker
Sacramento
Summary
Compassionate Peer Specialist with background in mental health services. Experience includes providing emotional support, coaching individuals towards self-advocacy, and fostering a supportive community environment. Strengths lie in active listening skills, empathy, and ability to establish trustful relationships. Have made impactful contributions by promoting recovery-oriented environments and empowering individuals to reach personal goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Specialist Intern
Sacramento County Of Education
Isleton
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Provided individualized mentoring and behavioral interventions for elementary students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs
- Facilitated SEL lessons and small-group sessions to build emotional regulation, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Collaborated with teachers, staff, and an LMFT to coordinate services, receive clinical supervision, and refine intervention strategies
- Participated in COST meetings to support referrals, develop case plans, and review student progress
- Maintained detailed documentation while upholding HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards
ABA Behavior Technician (BT)
Learning ARTS
Roseville
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Delivered individualized ABA therapy in home and clinic settings to support children’s skill development, behavior regulation, and social-emotional growth
- Implemented evidence-based interventions based on behavior intervention plans under the supervision of BCBAs
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to monitor progress and inform treatment plan adjustments
- Collaborated with caregivers and multidisciplinary teams to review cases, set goals, and promote skill generalization at home
- Maintained organized therapy environments and accurate documentation in compliance with organizational standards
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UMass Global
Aliso Viejo, CA10-2025
Some College (No Degree) - IGETC Transfer
American River College
Sacramento, CASome College (No Degree) - Undecided/Undeclared
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CASkills
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Skill building and behavioral intervention
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Strong communication and active listening
- Team collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork
- Adaptability, flexibility, and reliability
- Case management and data analysis
- Relationship-building, professionalism, and patient advocacy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ABA Behavior Technician (BT)
Learning ARTS
03.2023 - 11.2023
Peer Specialist Intern
Sacramento County Of Education
11.2022 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UMass Global
Some College (No Degree) - IGETC Transfer
American River College
Some College (No Degree) - Undecided/Undeclared
University of California, Irvine
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