Erin Crane
Evergreen Park
Summary
Dynamic Lead Behavior Therapist with a proven track record at Close Knit Therapy, skilled in crisis intervention and behavior modification. Successfully reduced challenging behaviors through evidence-based strategies, while fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Adept at documentation and reporting, ensuring client progress is accurately tracked and communicated. Know for reliability, adaptability, and de-escalation skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Behavior Therapist
Close Knit Therapy
Chicago, IL
02.2023 - Current
- Led team of therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse clientele.
- Assist in developing and refined behavioral interventions to promote positive client outcomes.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Trained staff on evidence-based practices in behavior therapy and data collection methods.
- Streamlined data collection processes, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of client progress.
- Reduced challenging behaviors among clients through the application of evidence-based interventions.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations involving clients, using de-escalation techniques and appropriate interventions as needed.
- Maintained ethical standards in all interactions, adhering to professional guidelines and best practices.
- Established strong rapport with families, fostering trust and open communication for better client outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for clients with autism spectrum disorders.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive therapy strategies.
General Manager
Fiddler's Hearth
South Bend, IN
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Led operational initiatives to enhance customer service and satisfaction at Fiddler's Hearth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
Behavior Therapist
Mainsail Theraputics
Chicago, IL
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Established positive rapport with clients and families, fostering a supportive therapeutic environment.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and interventions.
- Reduced maladaptive behaviors through systematic desensitization techniques tailored to each client''s unique needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Holy Cross College
Notre Dame, IN12-2015
Skills
- Functional communication training
- Multicultural competence
- Documentation and reporting
- Applied behavior analysis
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Behavior modification techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Lead Behavior Therapist
Close Knit Therapy
02.2023 - Current
General Manager
Fiddler's Hearth
06.2021 - 03.2024
Behavior Therapist
Mainsail Theraputics
09.2020 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Holy Cross College