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Michaela Williams

Action Behavior Centers
Plainfield
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience

Motivated Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student seeking an internship to leverage behavioral health knowledge and therapeutic skills. Offers hands-on experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, client support, and data documentation. Focused on fostering respectful environments while enhancing clinical competencies.

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

7 Months
Action Behavior Centers | 06.2025 - 01.2026

Delivered one-on-one applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy to individuals with autism spectrum disorder, fostering skill development in communication, social interaction, self-care, and daily living routines. Conducted one-on-one therapy using play-based methods and structured activities to enhance client engagement and promote skill acquisition. Applied therapeutic skills and positive reinforcement strategies to effectively reduce challenging behaviors and support client progress. Accurately record session data during each session to track a client's progress while maintaining communication with a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA). Delivered 1:1 ABA therapy aligned with behavior intervention plans and treatment goals.

Collected accurate session data on skill acquisition and challenging behaviors for clinical review. Implemented reinforcement strategies to support communication, social, and daily living skill development.

Customer Service Specialist Head Cashier

3 Years 3 Months
Lowes Home Improvment | 02.2022 - 05.2025

Supervised front-end cashier activities, ensuring smooth register coverage and consistent customer service. Resolved customer concerns at service desk, returns, and exchanges with accuracy and professionalism. Trained cashiers on register procedures, payment handling, and checkout standards. Monitored cash drawers, balanced tills, and maintained secure cash-handling practices. Coordinated self-checkout support, reducing wait times and improving transaction flow. Managed returns and exchanges with efficiency, minimizing any inconvenience to customers while adhering to company policies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Lewis University | Romeoville, IL | 12.2023

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Lewis University | Romeoville, IL | 12.2027

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Behavioral Support
Therapeutic skills
Reinforcement strategies
Data documentation
Client Communication
Effective communication
Conflict Resolution
Team leadership
Customer support
Therapeutic Training
Customer Service

Certification

  • RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
  • Psychological First Aid
  • Counseling on Access to Lethal Means
  • Suicide Prevention: Supporting Life Before, During, and After a Suicidal Crisis Certificate

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Action Behavior Centers
06.2025 - 01.2026Read More

Customer Service Specialist Head Cashier

Lowes Home Improvment
02.2022 - 05.2025Read More

Lewis University

Master of Arts from Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Lewis University

Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Michaela Williams