Kalisha Duncan
Sacramento
Summary
Skilled Behavior Technician with extensive experience in providing behavioral intervention to children /Adults with developmental / Trauma caused disabilities. Experienced in team leadership and intervention management, significantly enhancing client progress. Experience in cultural sensitivity and exceptional multitasking abilities, contributing to effective, client-centered care. Dedicated professional with experience using positive and negative reinforcement strategies to improve behaviors. Expert at implementing behavior treatment plans and intervention techniques. Talented relationship-builder with excellent communication and organizational abilities. Kind and punctual. Passionate about improving the wellbeing of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient communit.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP/RBT
Telecare Corporation
05.2025 - Current
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of client. Document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Assisted with medication administration and counting and pouring medications.
Behavior Technician
Amergis Educational Staffing
09.2024 - Current
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and plan next steps accordingly.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
Caregiver
Senior Care Villa of Loomis
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Personal Caregiver
Family Matters Home Care Svcs.
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
Direct Support Professional
Inalliance
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sacramento High School
Sacramento05-1998
Skills
- Intervention management
- Behavior treatment plans
- Visual supports implementation
- Precision teaching methods
- Cultural sensitivity
- Team leadership
- Multitasking and organization
- Data collection
- Medical chart documentation
Certification
BLS/CPI Certification
Timeline
DSP/RBT
Telecare Corporation
05.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
Amergis Educational Staffing
09.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Senior Care Villa of Loomis
02.2024 - 09.2024
Personal Caregiver
Family Matters Home Care Svcs.
06.2023 - 05.2024
Direct Support Professional
Inalliance
03.2022 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Sacramento High School
Education and Training
other
References
References available upon request.