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Kayla Carvajal

Lead Behavior Technician
Covington

Summary

Developed comprehensive skill set in behavioral health environment, focusing on crisis management and client support. Demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving abilities that are adaptable to diverse fields. Seeking to transition into new role where these skills can be utilized to foster positive outcomes and growth to becoming a Board Certified Behavior Anaylst.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

DARCI
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Supervised and mentored junior Behavioral Health Technicians for professional development and skill improvement.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to create comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved client self-management and reduced disruptive behaviors.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions to foster healthy communication and coping skills among clients.

Special Education Teacher (Behavior Education)

Covington Elementary School
09.2022 - Current
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Assistant Supervisor (RBT)

Center For Autism And Related Disorders
08.2016 - 08.2022
  • Writing, implementing, analyzing Behavior Intervention Plans.
  • Finding resources and research relevant to current issue for treatment integrity.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Revised work practices to improve efficiency, boost quality and meet fidelity goals from 33% fidelity to 85% fidelity.
  • Supported Supervisor by preparing insurance reports and collating quality documentation.

League Coordinator/ Coach

Happy Feet Northshore
08.2019 - Current
  • Resolved conflicts with parents and coaching staff
  • Coaching young children life skills through noncompetitive approach
  • Managed daily operations and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Increased participation rate by growing team up to 6 fields

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southeastern LouisianaUniversity
Hammond, LA
08.2014 - 12.2017

Alternative Teaching Certificate - Elementary School Teaching

Iteach
Virtual
09.2022 - Current

Skills

Student records management

Conflict Resolution

Behavior Management

Social skills training

Natural environment teaching

Timeline

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

DARCI
05.2023 - 01.2025

Special Education Teacher (Behavior Education)

Covington Elementary School
09.2022 - Current

Alternative Teaching Certificate - Elementary School Teaching

Iteach
09.2022 - Current

League Coordinator/ Coach

Happy Feet Northshore
08.2019 - Current

Assistant Supervisor (RBT)

Center For Autism And Related Disorders
08.2016 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southeastern LouisianaUniversity
08.2014 - 12.2017

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