Alexei Harris
Behavior Therapist
Lexington
Summary
Qualified and professional Registered Behavior Technician offering background working one-on-one to provide high-quality behavioral services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Addressed specific client needs based on individual treatment plans and collected data on treatment goals. Successfully reduced problem behaviors and increased functional replacement behaviors. Committed to enhancing autonomy and quality of life among individuals and families through proven treatment methods.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
On The Move Pediatric Therapy
09.2023 - Current
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Maintained meticulous records of client progress, enabling data-driven adjustments to treatment plans for optimal results.
- Supported clients in developing coping mechanisms, empowering them to manage stress and anxiety more effectively.
- Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
Behavior Therapist
Zephyr Behavioral Healthcare
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis programming with integrity to teach children with autism skills for independence, such as communication, peer interaction, self-care, and play skills.
- Engaged in high affect play with clients.
- Creatively embedded learning opportunities into play.
- Remained calm during high-stress challenging behaviors.
- Reported data on client progress using online data collection software.
- Wrote detailed and objective session notes.
- Changed diapers and performed other basic care tasks.
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Services Of Western Massachusetts
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Implemented prescribed behavioral skills training to reduce problem behavior.
- Worked in-home with clients and families to positively impact individuals' progress with skilled interventions.
- Successful application of Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS).
- Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.
- Exercised confidentiality to protect client diagnosis and treatment in compliance with HIPAA standards and regulations.
Student Research Assistant (Psychology)
Centre College
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Developed effective skills in SPSS, Inquisit and Qualtrics software as result of working independently in deadline-oriented setting.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis and prepared written reports, graphs, fact sheets and tables on results.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Collaborated with team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
- Conducted, researched and drafted memos and summaries on Implicit Bias research.
Student Teacher's Assistant (Chemistry)
Centre College
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.
- Followed safety procedures when handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Oversaw classes of up to thirty students in the chemistry lab.
- Mentored students through one-on-one communication.
Education
Master Of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University Global
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Centre College
Danville, KY 08.2016 - 05.2020
Skills
- Problem resolution
Behavioral interventions
Data collection
References
- Katherine Severini (BCBA at Zephyr Behavioral Healthcare) katherine.severini@zephyrbehavioral.org
- Kimberly Meader (BCBA at Zephyr Behavioral Healthcare) kimberly.l.meader@zephyrbehavioral.org
- Kayla Santos (BCBA at Zephyr Behavioral Healthcare) kayla.santos@zephyrbehavioral.org
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
On The Move Pediatric Therapy
09.2023 - Current
Master Of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University Global
05.2023 - Current
Behavior Therapist
Zephyr Behavioral Healthcare
01.2023 - 08.2023
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Services Of Western Massachusetts
08.2020 - 04.2021
Student Research Assistant (Psychology)
Centre College
08.2019 - 04.2020
Student Teacher's Assistant (Chemistry)
Centre College
08.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Centre College
08.2016 - 05.2020
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