Emma Smith
Avondale
Summary
Dynamic Behavior Technician with Centria Healthcare, skilled in treatment planning and behavior monitoring. Proven ability to adapt interventions and foster client relationships through empathy and positive reinforcement. Committed to enhancing social skills and independence in clients, while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Centria Healthcare Autism Services
Phoenix
06.2024 - Current
- Implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with autism.
- Monitored client behavior and reported progress to supervisors.
- Assisted in skill-building activities to promote social interaction.
- Documented client sessions accurately in electronic records.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors.
- Adapted interventions based on client needs and responses observed.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills such as dressing, toileting, eating independently .
Special Education Paraprofessional
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Santa Barbara
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported students during classroom activities and transitions throughout the day.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt learning materials for diverse learning needs.
- Helped maintain a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and concerns.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills in special education support.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
Lifeguard
Lifetime
Goodyear
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted routine safety checks on lifeguarding equipment and facilities.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and provided first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to improve emergency response procedures.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CAAssociate of Science - Sonography
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CAAssociate of Science - Sonography
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZSkills
- Treatment planning
- Behavior monitoring
- Skill adaptation
- Data documentation
- Positive reinforcement
- Special education techniques
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Verbal de-escalation
- Empathy and patience
- Client relationship development
- ABA techniques
Affiliations
- 6 years of travel volleyball
- surfing is my favorite sport
- pilates
Accomplishments
- Ruth Cur Academic Scholarship of 95k
- 4.2 GPA
Certification
- CPR certification
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
About Me
- I am committed to seeing growth of clients, the work environment and building relationships with peers.
- I love all animals and constantly am around my husky.
- I love to travel but mostly where there is a beach.
- I am a huge family person and they are all truly my best friends.
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Centria Healthcare Autism Services
06.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Santa Barbara Unified School District
02.2024 - 08.2024
Lifeguard
Lifetime
05.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westmont College
Associate of Science - Sonography
Santa Barbara City College
Associate of Science - Sonography
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College