Hi, I’m
Amber Thiesen
Salisbury,MD
Summary
Seeking an entry-level position in the behavioral health field, bringing exceptional communication skills and strong observational skills to work with or provide support for patient care, effectively.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Verbal Beginnings
Field Coordinator
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Strengthened relationships with therapists, resulting in improved communication and individual and team efforts.
- Collaborates with other Field Coordinators to improve processes and implementing them within our own division.
- Executing ideas to improve potential barriers for therapists and following up with progress.
- Performing administrative tasks that align with our mission and values while providing support to therapists, clinical supervisors, and regional director.
- Championing therapists as they maneuver through the RBT role, while problem solving and setting goals with them.
Verbal Beginnings
RBT Therapist
11.2022 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Delivered compassionate patient and family care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
360 Behavioral Health
ABA Paraprofessional
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Work with students in home environments using tailored behavioral plan.
- Instruct student activities for implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
- Alert therapist to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Work with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Implement behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to present and reinforce learning concepts.
- Assist with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
My Kaleidoscope Project
Non-Profit Founder
01.2015 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Planned and executed an idea out of passion, determination, and need, founding My Kaleidoscope Project.
- Oversaw the process of obtaining non-profit status in California and carefully selecting a board of directors.
- Wrote curriculum and eventually a workbook to support classes, workshops, and camps.
- Advocated for emotional and mental health in schools and presented our mission to school districts and other non-profit and charity organizations.
- Facilitated classes, workshops, and camps for teen girls with the purpose of giving them skills and tools on how to handle their emotional well being.
Education
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
10.2023
Moorpark CollegeMoorpark, CA
Associate of Science from Psychology
12.2021
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Proactive
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organized
- Empathetic
- Collaborative
- Resourceful
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Personnel Skill Assessments
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Field Coordinator
Verbal Beginnings
01.2024 - Current
RBT Therapist
Verbal Beginnings
11.2022 - 12.2023
ABA Paraprofessional
360 Behavioral Health
02.2022 - Current
Non-Profit Founder
My Kaleidoscope Project
01.2015 - 12.2020
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
Moorpark College
Associate of Science from Psychology
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