Nicole Rivera
Thunder Bay,ON
Summary
Compassionate Behavioral Interventionist with extensive experience in developing and implementing individualized behavior intervention plans. Expertise in data-driven decision-making and effective collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams has led to significant improvements in positive behavior change and overall well-being of clients. Proven track record of successfully managing behavioral challenges through strategic interventions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Mental Health & Wellness Worker
Matawa Health Cooperative
Thunder Bay, ON
06.2023 - Current
- Provided case management services, including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and monitoring of families.
- Maintained up-to-date case records, with case activity status.
- Planned, coordinated, and delivered culturally relevant mental health and wellness programming for Matawa children and youth.
- Maintained flexibility with the delivery and facilitation of programming (in-person, online/virtual, land-based).
- Assisted in the coordination of crisis intervention services for at-risk youth.
Registered Behavioral Technician
George Jeffrey's Children Center
Thunder Bay, ON
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors, and optimum treatments.
- Responded to emergency situations, and provided crisis support.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain the treatment process, answer questions, and maintain relationships.
- Reviewed data and progress reports with management and specialists to strategize program improvements.
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored the progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Provided direct instruction to students in areas such as communication, social skills, self-care, and academics.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, guardians, and other professionals to ensure student success.
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
Momentum ABA Services
Hamilton , ON
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Reviewed data and progress reports with management and specialists to strategize program improvements.
Registered Behavioral Therapist
LittleStar ABA Centre
Indianapolis, IN
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
Education
Master of Professional Education - Applied Behaviour Analysis
Western University
London, ON07-2026
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2020
Skills
- Behavioral assessment
- Social skills development
- Group instruction
- Behavior modification
- Data collection
- Crisis management
- Reinforcement techniques
Certification
- Psychological First Aid Training - 2023
- First Aid & CPR Level C Certification (Until 2025)
- Anaphylaxis in Child Care System Certification
- Crisis De-Escalation and Intervention Training - 2022
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Child and Youth Mental Health & Wellness Worker
Matawa Health Cooperative
06.2023 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
George Jeffrey's Children Center
11.2022 - 06.2023
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
Momentum ABA Services
02.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Behavioral Therapist
LittleStar ABA Centre
09.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Professional Education - Applied Behaviour Analysis
Western University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Central Florida
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