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Melissa Lopez

Lusby

Summary

Passionate and patient Student Analyst with 15 years of experience in special education and ABA. 919 of 1500 fieldwork hours completed towards BCBA exam & licensing, estimated to be completed by June 2025. Eligible for BCaBA license & exam at 1000 hours, estimated to be completed in February 2025.


Committed to using compassionate approach within all areas of treatment. Deep understanding of challenging behaviors and the appropriate interventions to use. Strong knowledge of data collection methods, behavior prevention strategies, functional communication, natural environment teaching and training others.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

RBT/Student Analyst

Platinum Therapeutics
04.2023 - Current
  • Reduce challenging behaviors and increase appropriate desired behaviors through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and other behavior change procedures.
  • Assist in direct and indirect assessments such as functional behavior assessments, VB-MAPP, caregiver interviews and ABLLS-R; including direct implementation, scoring and report writing.
  • Supported families in understanding and applying behavioral strategies within the home environment by creating individualized training material and assisting in delivery of in home trainings.
  • Assist in writing and creating treatment plans, behavior intervention plans and environmental modifications. Design visual supports and individualized materials in order to provide effective treatment and positive behavior change.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of behavior interventions using data-driven approaches and making adjustments as needed.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive, effective treatment plans for clients with behavioral challenges and skill deficits.
  • Train staff in evidence-based practices for addressing challenging behaviors, understanding behavior concepts and principles and using interventions and strategies that lead to successful outcomes.

RBT/School Readiness Facilitator

Comprehensive Autism Partnership
10.2011 - 04.2023
  • Implemented skill acquisition programs tailored to each client''s unique needs and abilities.
  • Documented behavioral data accurately, contributing to better-informed treatment adjustments.
  • Lead and manage preschool readiness program by creating a mock academic setting that allows for skill development and behavioral changes needed to successfully engage in academic environment with minimal supports.
  • Promoted social skills and appropriate peer interaction with group activities and play-based learning in the clinical setting, home environment and community settings.
  • Maintained a safe, structured learning environment conducive to the individual success of each client.
  • Provided crisis intervention support as needed, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all involved parties.

Education

Master of Arts - Behavior Analysis Practice

Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Charleston
Charleston, WV
11-2022

Skills

  • Experience in: Autism, Down Syndrome, OCD, ADHD, PDA, ODD, Autistic Catatonia, Selective Mutism, Anxiety and PTSD
  • Experience with aggression, self injury, disruptive behaviors, non-compliance, self stimulatory behaviors and teaching appropriate replacement behaviors
  • Behavior intervention
  • Antecedent strategies
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Behavioral analysis
  • Natural environment teaching
  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • Verbal behavior approach
  • Teamwork
  • Effective communication; clear & continuous

Timeline

RBT/Student Analyst

Platinum Therapeutics
04.2023 - Current

RBT/School Readiness Facilitator

Comprehensive Autism Partnership
10.2011 - 04.2023

Master of Arts - Behavior Analysis Practice

Florida Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Charleston

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