Oluwaferanmi Bekky Ashaolu
Jonesboro
Summary
Compassionate professional in mental health and childcare, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient observation, behavior modification techniques, and crisis intervention. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to provide exceptional care and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Framework
Rockville
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to staff.
- Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Developed activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment.
- Led individual and group therapy supporting prescribed procedures.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Identified and addressed individual problems using clinical team recommendations and solutions.
- Facilitated social interactions between peers by providing verbal prompts or physical guidance when necessary.
- Engaged in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Supported clients in developing self-help skills such as dressing, toileting, eating independently .
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Collaborated with families to provide support strategies for home-based interventions.
- Assisted in the development of communication systems using visual supports such as picture exchange systems.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Monitored client's progress towards identified goals through data collection and analysis.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Attended workshops and seminars related to Autism Spectrum Disorder and ABA best practices.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
Caregiver/Nanny
Jovetee Consultz
Laurel
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD10-2025
General Studies
Duval High School
Lanham, MD05-2022
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Crisis intervention
- Patient assessment
- Data collection
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- ABA techniques
- Cultural sensitivity
- Problem-solving
- Progress tracking
- Behavior management
- Positive and negative reinforcements
- Instructional techniques
- Goal setting
- Social skills development
- Empathy and patience
- Documentation skills
- Verbal behavior training
- Team leadership
- Intervention management
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Sensory integration support
- Autism spectrum disorder
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Framework
01.2024 - 02.2025
Caregiver/Nanny
Jovetee Consultz
01.2022 - 01.2023
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Howard Community College
General Studies
Duval High School