Gabriela Grullon
Union City,NEW JERSEY
Summary
Driven ABA Therapist with a proven track record of empowering families and improving client outcomes through targeted ABA strategies and effective communication. Excelled in data-driven program implementation and fostering trust with clients at CAID. Skilled in Applied Behavior Analysis and professional relationship-building, ensuring successful therapy across multiple settings. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level as a therapist or therapist assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
ABA Home Therapist
Self Employed
02.2021 - Current
- Provided parent training and support, empowering families to implement ABA strategies in the home environment for lasting change.
- Supported clients'' transition between different environments or therapists by providing continuity of care and clear communication among all parties involved.
- Addressed maladaptive behaviors through functional behavior assessments and targeted intervention planning.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to ensure the most effective therapeutic approaches were implemented for each client''s needs.
- Improved client communication by implementing visual schedules and social stories for better understanding.
- Promoted generalization of learned skills across multiple settings by collaborating with school personnel and other service providers involved in the client''s care.
- Established rapport with clients through genuine interest in their well-being, fostering trust necessary for successful therapy outcomes.
- Maintained detailed data collection records, ensuring accurate measurement of client progress over time.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify function of challenging behaviors.
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Conducted parent training sessions focused on teaching behavior management strategies.
Therapist Assistant
CAID
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Ensured safety and comfort of patients during therapy appointments through diligent monitoring and quick response to potential issues or concerns.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by providing hands-on assistance and support during therapy sessions.
- Collaborated closely with therapists and other support staff to ensure seamless transitions between individual sessions, group treatments, and educational activities.
- Increased patient satisfaction with therapy services by establishing rapport and maintaining open communication with patients and their families.
English Teacher
Private School
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Universidad Iberoamericana
Dominican Republic06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychologist
Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra
Dominican Republic06.2016
Skills
- Verbal Behavior
- Reinforcement Systems
- Natural Environment Training
- Prompting Strategies
- Data Collection
- Program implementation
- Functional Communication
- Motor Skills Training
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Observation
- Effective Communication
- Valid Driver's License
- Professionalism
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
ABA Home Therapist
Self Employed
02.2021 - Current
Therapist Assistant
CAID
02.2019 - 02.2021
English Teacher
Private School
08.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Universidad Iberoamericana
Bachelor of Science - Psychologist
Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra
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