Lilyani Plaza
Chicago, IL *****
************@*****.***
Professional Summary
I thrive in startup environments where I can take control and be a leader. I Am Experienced in fast paced environments involving Exponential communication and listening skills with all age groups ranging from 2 years of age to senior living. I am skilled within planning and instructing from the fields of culinary within a senior home setting and restaurant setting to child care development in a Daycare setting and ABA therapy setting.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Autism Learning Space-Chicago, IL
January 2025 to Present
Worked closely with children with autism and other developmental disabilities, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to support behavioral and developmental progress. Collaborated directly with BCBAs assigned to each client, implementing individualized program runs and providing targeted support to meet unique client needs. Collected and recorded data on client behavior, skill acquisition, and behavior reduction, ensuring accurate and timely documentation in line with treatment plans. Implemented evidence-based skill-building strategies and behavior intervention plans under the direction of supervising clinicians.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Innovations In Learning-Merrillville, IN
January 2024 to January 2025
The job position requires me working closely with children with autism and other developmental disabilities using ABA therapy.
I was required to collaborate closely with all BCBAs assigned to each client to carry out specific program runs and any unique assistance that the individual patients needed to strengthen or reduce behaviors that may be impairing to their daily life activities. When working with a client I recorded and ran data on the patients behaviors, Implemented skill acquisition and behavior reduction treatments as directed by my supervisor. Behavioral Therapist (BT)
North Shore Pediatric Therapy-Desplaines, IL
May 2023 to December 2023
The job position requires me working closely with children with autism and other developmental disabilities using ABA therapy.
I was required to collaborate closely with all BCBAs assigned to each client to carry out specific program runs and any unique assistance that the individual patients needed to strengthen or reduce behaviors that may be impairing to their daily life activities. When working with a client I recorded and ran data on the patients behaviors, Implemented skill acquisition and behavior reduction treatments as directed by my supervisor. I was sure to provided a safe supportive environment for all patients, and parents. During my time at NSPT I’ve been rewarded as BT of the moth twice by my college’s for my hard work, flexibility, helping hand, and passionate care to my clients, staff and clinic. Crew Member
Andy's Frozen Custard-Mount Prospect, IL
May 2023 to November 2023
Maintaining cleanliness of facility, inside and outside. I Worked fountain area making orders and running items in a fast timely manner. During the time I was to keep restock throughout shift and at closing. I worked all areas of the business including working the machines that made the custard, I was to keep them in immaculate condition and running throughout the shift with call backs of the amounts made. I worked drive and walk-up taking orders while doing call backs and insuring the best customer service was given for best experience.
Culinary Supervisor
Central Baptist village senior living-Chicago, IL
June 2022 to April 2023
As a Food Services Supervisor at a Nursing Home it requires a supervised food service for patients, employees, and visitors in a nursing home environment, including Reviewing menus and supervising the handling, preparation, and storage of food.
Being a Food Services Supervisor meant leading equipment maintenance and kitchen sanitation, editing work schedules for food service employees, supervising a small group of staff in an organized characterized highly transactional or repetitive processes. Additionally Contributing side by side and hand hand to the processes and procedures of the culinary department. Culinary aid
Central Baptist Village-Chicago, IL
December 2021 to June 2022
The job requires many placement settings and position requirements and knowledge. Which included Food prep, cooking cafe foods, Plating/serving food. Maintaining kitchen and facility in sanitaryOrder. Flexibility within new positions and requirements/needs when short in hands. Multitasking and critical thinking skills. Dishwashing/setting table wear after dining, Managing aggressive behaviors with senior residents. Communication skills with people with dementia. Basic Nutrition and Food safety knowledge.
Wait Staff/Server
CJMB Services Inc-Chicago, IL
May 2021 to December 2021
• Ceremony setup/breakdown
• Reception setup including tables, chairs, linens and place settings. (passed, buffet, seated served, family style)
• Cake cutting
• Packing up leftover food
• Bussing and clearing
• Handling rental ware (unpacking and repacking for pickup) Host and Server
IDOF Fresh Mediterranean-Chicago, IL
May 2021 to December 2021
• Taking customers food and drink orders. Collaborating with the kitchen for a prompt and correct delivery of orders.
• Attending customers upon entrance.
• sanitizing and cleaning lobby area for customers
• Working register
• restocking kitchen and lobby area
• Food prep
Childcare Provider
Childcare center-Chicago, IL
May 2019 to January 2020
• Monitored and supervised children keeping them safe and healthy.
• Taught children personal hygiene and when it was necessary, such as washing hands.
• I maintained a clean organized activity area.
• meal service help was necessary, prepping, plating, and clean-up.
• helping tutor students with homework, and reading to class.
• providing emotional support and paring with all students for safety and trust of the students.
• It was important to have Organized activities for all age groups within the day care designed to help the children learn about their world and develop their own interests and skills Education
Some college in Nursing
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College-Chicago, IL June 2022 to February 2023
High school diploma
Steinmetz Academic Centre High School-Chicago, IL
September 2019 to June 2022
Skills
• Experience with Children
• Behavioral Health
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Dementia Care
• Special Education
• Food Preparation
• Babysitting
• Culinary Experience
• Behavioral Therapy
• Autism Experience
• Meal Preparation
Certifications and Licenses
CPR Certification
Registered Behavior Technician
February 2024 to February 2025
This certification was awarded for successfully passing the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) examination
Adult, child, infant CPR and AED certification card November 2022 to November 2024
This card certifies that the above individual has successfully completed the requirements in accordance with American CPR care Association curriculum
Food Handler Certification
June 2021 to June 2024
Certificate awarded for successfully completing the Food Handlers classes Training Course