Deana Halim
Phoenix
Summary
Senior Registered Behavior Technician with a strong clinical foundation and extensive experience supporting individuals with complex behavioral and developmental needs. Currently transitioning into a Case Manager role, with a focus on client advocacy, care coordination, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Incoming Master of Social Work (MSW) student at Arizona State University, committed to ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practice that promotes meaningful outcomes for individuals and communities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Ally Pediatric Therapy
10.2022 - Current
- Used CentralReach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Trained and supervised new hires, collecting IOA data and providing corrective feedback when applicable
Waitress Supervisor
Mills Modern Social
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
- Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Private Nanny
The Casner Family
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and relationships.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Dog Caretaker
Woof Gang Doggy Daycare
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
- Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
Registered Behavior Technician
Trumpet
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Used CentralReach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Human Development
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-2024
High School Diploma -
Capuchino High School
San Bruno, CA05-2018
Skills
- Behavior modification techniques
- Behavior intervention plans
- Data collection and analysis
- Patient support
- Clear communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Case documentation
- Positive attitude
- Client assessment
- Client advocacy
- Staff education and training
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Ally Pediatric Therapy
10.2022 - Current
Waitress Supervisor
Mills Modern Social
02.2022 - 10.2022
Seasonal Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
10.2020 - 12.2020
Private Nanny
The Casner Family
08.2020 - 06.2021
Dog Caretaker
Woof Gang Doggy Daycare
07.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Behavior Technician
Trumpet
04.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Family And Human Development
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Capuchino High School