SANDI HATHAWAY
Gibsonton, FL
CELL: 813-***-****
EMAIL: *************@*****.***
QUALIFICATIONS
Specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapies for speech, behavioral, and occupational difficulties
Collect and enter data into Electronic Health Records (EHR) cloud-based systems
Train and mentor new hires in collecting/inputting/submitting client data into EHR systems
TECHNICAL SKILLS
MS Office Suite 365
CentralReach,
CR MobileAI
ACE
Googledocs
EHS/EHR
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Apr 2022 – Present: Virtus Health REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) and Crises Management Plans by working directly with clients to apply evidence-based strategies designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) to support skill development and behavior management.
Collect, analyze, and submit data sheets via electronic health systems, ACE, and CentralReach to track client progress, document behavioral patterns, and generate reports for treatment adjustments.
Obtain and manage authorizations for behavioral health services, ensuring timely follow-up on initial and renewal approvals through electronic health systems like CentralReach and ACE.
Facilitate skill development by assisting clients in acquiring essential life skills, including communication, social interaction, and daily living activities, using structured behavioral techniques including natural environment teaching and discreet trial teaching.
Collaborate with care teams by communicating effectively with BCBAs, therapists, educators, and family members to ensure cohesive support and treatment implementation.
Conduct behavioral assessments by assisting in administering standardized assessments to evaluate client progress, identify behavioral patterns, and refine intervention strategies.
Teaching functional communication through vocality, Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS), and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
Sep 2015 – Sep 2019: United Summit Center REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Responsible for providing one-on-one care for adult clients with mental disabilities at their in-home setting to provide a healthy and sanitary living environment
Promote problem solving skills, interactions with strangers, and social skill development based on individual client needs
Monitor and manage psychiatric symptoms in clients while helping them to develop the skills needed for successful community living
Managed 30 staff, five adult homes, and medical documentation for seven clients; coordinated staff meetings
Dispense medications and assist clients with on-the-job training while helping them acclimate to public interaction
Apr 2014 – Sep 2015: REM Community Options DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER
Cared for mentally and physically handicapped clients in a group setting at Crisis Unit
Assisted clients with everyday living tasks and provided progress reports to management
Documented client activities, medical issues, mental/physical status
Responsible for client transportation needs for medical and mental health appointments
CERTIFICATIONS
Autism Partnership Foundation, Registered Behavioral Technician, Online, 2025
First Aid CPR/AED, American Heart Association, 2025
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training, 2024