ALIX MAKENCIE-JAIMES

786-***-**** acrne1@r.postjobfree.com

Compassionate, bilingual (Spanish-English) professional who thrives in team-driven and demanding environments.

Takes initiative, completing projects with care through observant assessment and meticulous data reporting, enhancing meeting of client treatment goals.

Brings strong commitment to serving needs of disadvantaged children, youth, and adults, including homeless, emancipated youth, and special-needs populations.

Passionate to safeguard children and youth and speak on their behalf. Dedicated advocate for youth in crisis.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Problem Solving Strategic Planning Process Improvement Thorough Assessments Objectivity Effective Reporting Encouragement Active Listening Effective Communication

WORK EXPERIENCE

Positive Behavior Support Corp. Orlando, FL. 01/2015-present Behavior Assistant

One-on-one activities related to the delivery of behavior analysis services.

Monitoring of behavior analysis services, the implementation of behavioral procedures for acquisition of replacement skills and reduction of problematic behaviors, data collection and display.

Communicate openly with behavior analysts and regional coordinators regarding: a) availability and limits for accepting clients, b) concerns affecting delivery of services, and c) other issues requiring attention.

Review behavior plans and other relevant (e.g., instructional) materials developed by behavior analysts for clients in order to facilitate consistent implementation and monitor outcomes appropriately.

Complete daily progress notes (related to implementation of the behavior intervention plan).

Support the family and other caregivers in implementing the behavioral support strategies in the plan.

Little Havana Nutrition and Activity Center, Miami, FL. 06/2009-2011 Case Manager

Partnered with treatment team to optimize in-home services for elderly clients.

Handled caseload of up to 100, visiting seven to 10 clients in their homes and assisted living facilities to assess medical conditions and circumstances.

Collaborated with various disciplines for purpose of assessing, treatment planning, implementing and documenting to coordinate services, promoting clients’ health and nutrition.

Ensured provision of medical or other services required by elderly clients. Remained on call at all times to ensure continuity of care.

Implemented daily case management, providing informative written reports about each client, completing assessment forms and monthly progress reports to government standards to facilitate treatment goals and effectively manage billing.

Managed completion and submission of necessary documents such as Assisted Living Waivers and Medical Certification for Nursing Facility and Home Care. Covenant House of Florida, Fort Lauderdale, FL. 2008-2009

Case Manager

Coordinated Covenant House services to meet goal of preparing neglected and abused youth as well as teen mothers to build sustainable adult life.

Assessed newly arrived youth to determine what services were needed.

Created treatment plans for youth in shelter program, effectively facilitating range of services available to meet clients’ needs, making referrals as needed.

Monitored clients’ daily activities and documented their progress. Provided transportation to work and appointments as needed.

Encouraged and counseled discouraged youth with warmth and firmness to continue to work toward successful achievement of goals.

Open Valley Academy, Pembroke Pines, FL. 2007- 2008 Teacher

Ensured safety of 1- and 2-year-old children through classroom organization.

Designed basic math, language, arts, and music lesson plans, incorporating current teaching methods.

Completed children’s developmental reports.

EDUCATION

B.S., Psychology, Florida International University, Miami, Florida 06/2008 M.S., Developmental Disabilities, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 05/2014-current

TRAINING

APD Zero Tolerance Course (ZTC)

APD Developmental Disabilities Course (DDC)

APD Health and Safety Course (HAS)

HIV /Aids Course

CPR and First Aid Training

HIPAA Course

Behavior Assistant Course

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