Mary Gaona
El Cajon
Summary
Passionate professional with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rbt/DSP
Y.a.i
Ramona
05.2024 - Current
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with team members to monitor client progress and adjust strategies.
- Utilized data collection methods to track behavioral changes and improvements.
- Supported clients in daily activities to promote independence and social skills.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic activities to enhance learning and communication skills.
- Documented client interactions accurately for compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or visual cues as needed to facilitate learning opportunities for clients.
- Implemented interventions outlined in behavior plans with precision and accuracy.
- Utilized a variety of positive reinforcement techniques such as praise, rewards, tangible items, activity privileges, to reinforce appropriate behavior.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and plan further interventions when necessary.
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
Rbt/DSP Lead Noc
Merakey
Ramona
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in behavior management techniques.
- Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or visual cues as needed to facilitate learning opportunities for clients.
- Developed creative activities that engage clients while teaching them new skills or reinforcing existing ones.
- Assisted in developing positive behavior support plans to promote desired behaviors and decrease problem behaviors.
- Observed clients throughout sessions to identify potential triggers of problem behaviors or areas needing improvement.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Implemented reinforcement strategies such as token economy systems or point systems to increase desirable behaviors while decreasing undesirable ones.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and plan further interventions when necessary.
- Ensured safety of all individuals involved in the treatment process by implementing safety protocols.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
- Supported individuals with daily living skills and personal care tasks.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Documented client interactions and maintained accurate records for compliance purposes.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Dsp
Expanding Horizons
El Cajon
10.2015 - 01.2023
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans for clients.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills and engagement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and services provided.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Education
Grossmont Adult School
El Cajon, CASkills
- Behavior intervention
- Data collection
- Crisis intervention
- Positive reinforcement
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
Certification
Dsp 1, Dsp 2, Ukeru, Cpi and cpr & first aid
Timeline
Rbt/DSP
Y.a.i
05.2024 - Current
Rbt/DSP Lead Noc
Merakey
08.2023 - 01.2024
Dsp
Expanding Horizons
10.2015 - 01.2023
Grossmont Adult School
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