PATRICIA JULIEN
Silver Spring
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Passionate professional with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments.
Knowledgeable behavior technician with several years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Several years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Golden ABA
Rockville
07.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with diverse needs. Work with verbal and nonverbal children.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Conducted direct observation to collect data on client behavior and responses.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of client sessions and behavioral data.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills such as dressing, toileting, eating independently .
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Framework
Rockville
06.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust strategies.
- Assisted in training staff on behavioral techniques and data collection methods.
- Conducted direct observation to collect data on client behavior and responses.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic activities to promote social skills and communication.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of client sessions and behavioral data.
- Educated families on behavioral strategies to support clients at home.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills such as dressing, toileting, eating independently .
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Assisted in the development of communication systems using visual supports such as picture exchange systems.
- Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as discrete trial teaching and natural environment teaching.
- Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
Home Health Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels Senior Care
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult health situations, fostering a sense of trust and rapport.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on best practices in home health nursing assistance, ensuring delivery of high-quality care.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments, improving access to necessary healthcare services for homebound patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, resulting in increased independence and overall wellbeing.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations, respecting privacy rights of individuals receiving care.
- Assisted patients with mobility exercises as prescribed by physical therapists, promoting rehabilitation progress and functional improvement.
- Checked vital signs and administered prescription medication under guidance and supervision of skilled nursing staff to facilitate basic health care services.
- Offered transportation to and from appointments, shopping and other activities to help patient stay social, active and maintain access to essential items and services.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Direct Support Professional
ACCIDD
Laurel
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Supported development of individualized care plans for clients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure quality care delivery.
- Monitored client behaviors and reported changes to the team.
- Facilitated recreational and social activities for client engagement.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and interventions.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Medication Technician
MIC Healthcare
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Taking blood pressure and pulse, Distribute medication to patience's monitor breathing condition
- Explained treatment procedures, medications and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Direct Support Professional
Bolpat Agency
Gaithersburg
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Educated family members about caregiving techniques for continuity of care during technician absences or transitions between shifts.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced self-esteem.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life and goals.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, goals, observations, incidents, medication intake-allowing for effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Maintained safe and clean environment, reducing risk of infection or injury.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
- Transported individuals.
- Worked successfully with a variety of clients with disabilities, adults, including kids, verbal. And nonverbal communication.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of diverse clients promptly and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor Psychology - Psychology Mental Health And Pre Counseling
Capella University
05.2001 -
Skills
Counseling therapy support
Mental disabilities support
- Data collection
- Crisis management
- Individualized care plans
- Behavioral analysis
- Client support
- Team collaboration
- Training facilitation
- Communication strategies
- Record keeping
- Problem solving
- Emotional support
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Positive reinforcement
- Errorless learning techniques
- Communication
- Behavioral conditions
- Precision teaching methods
- Teaching play and leisure skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Verbal behavior training
- Functional behavior assessments
- Direct instruction methodologies
- Adaptive living skills training
- Behavioral management
- Empathy and patience
- Treatment implementation
- Discrete trial teaching
- Behavior management
- Safety and crisis management
- Social skills development
- Incidental teaching strategies
- Relationship building
- Behavior reduction procedures
- Behavior intervention plans
- Documentation skills
- Social skill development
- Behavior treatment plans
- Case management
- Crisis management and prevention
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Sensory integration support
- Client relationship development
- Visual data presentation
- Skill development
- Instructional techniques
- Goal setting
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Visual supports implementation
- Token economy systems
- Nonverbal communication
- Task analysis and chaining
- Positive and negative reinforcements
- Community-based instruction
- Training and mentoring
- Prompting and fading strategies
- Behavior assessment
- Clear communication
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Applied behavior analysis
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Verbal de-escalation
- Behavior intervention
- Transportation Services
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Companionship
- Mobility Assistance
- Incident Reporting
- CPR First Aid Certified
Certification
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Golden ABA
07.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Framework
06.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
ACCIDD
08.2018 - 11.2020
Home Health Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels Senior Care
01.2018 - 12.2020
Medication Technician
MIC Healthcare
02.2016 - 12.2018
Direct Support Professional
Bolpat Agency
07.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor Psychology - Psychology Mental Health And Pre Counseling
Capella University
05.2001 -