What a day! I recently passed my exam 3 weeks ago on the 1st try! You have been such an inspiration throughout my entire program and now! Thank you for bringing content that I could connect with!
thank you for this day in the life video! Im a RBT of almost a year now in hopes of becoming a BCBA myself and this helped a lot to see what's to come aside from what I hear at work, Thank you!
@@domthebcbamom6679 I work primarily in early intervention (which I am learning so much about every day) but occasionally I have adolescent clients. What I enjoy the most is being able to watch the progress from when they start to how far they go! As well as the parent training. Helps to bring treatment full circle (as best as e can.) Seeing the clients happy and thriving is so rewarding! What’s most difficult is balancing program mods, parent training, RBT supervision, session notes and session planning. But I’m finding my way!
Regarding gifts, etc. my company has this written into policy. I side step most of the discomfort of declining gifts by apologizing and referring back to said policy. This minimizes negative impacts on relationships with clients and caregivers in my experience. Instead, I let my clients and caregivers know I love having pictures drawn or colored by them so I have nice things to display in my office to remind me of them.
Oh yes! Some days my schedule is jammed packed and other days I have 1 meeting and I have time to do some grocery shopping. I try to fit in a new selfcare activities I’m there for me even if it’s a medicine ball at Starbucks and not canceling my chiropractor 😃
RBT here! a client's mom gave me a gift yesterday and told me she wanted me to be permanent but taking it felt kind of wrong but I didn't want to risk hurting her feelings or making her uncomfortable
Why does something so wrong feel so right 🤔😁. This is when where cultural humility comes into play. Do what feels right, what’s culturally appropriate, and if you don’t know what to do, you can always ask your supervisor to compassionately step in
@@domthebcbamom6679 as far as podcasts I love crime junkie,tonight conversation, dear future wifey and bad decisions. Good book silent patient,daisy darker,the maid,and atomic habits. If you need more books I’m on Goodreads Lykey B
Hi Dom! I am currently an RBT and in my last year of grad school. School is completely online and to be honest I dont feel like I am learning much, which scares me for the exam. I am sooo passionate about this field and really want to do a good job. Any advice?
Hey Jasz9150 thank you for your comment. I know how you are feeling. Do you have a BCBA supervisor? Are all of your classes asynchronous? Do your professors have office hours? If so, I would share some feedback with them. You can also use supplement study materials like Person’s quizzes (free) or BDS modules to help you retain the information and prepare your for the exam. Lastly find a study group. I hope this helps. Thanks again for watching.
I certainly do. This comes directly from the BACB handbook. If you are looking for remote supervision we have a few spots available in June. Link in the description Acceptable Activities: The trainee’s primary focus should be on acquiring the skills necessary to demonstrate competence in behavior analysis and the skills necessary to interact effectively with consumers, supervisors, families, and others. The supervisor will be responsible for determining whether activities qualify for accruing fieldwork hours and are consistent with the requirements in this document. • conducting assessments related to the need for behavioral intervention (e.g., stimulus preference assessment, functional assessment, staff performance assessment) or for evaluating behavioral interventions; • designing, implementing, and systematically monitoring skill-acquisition and behavior- reduction programs; • writing behavior plans, progress summaries, clinical notes, transition summaries, and professional correspondence; • overseeing the implementation of behavior-analytic programs by others; • training others, designing behavioral systems, and performance management; • communicatingandcollaboratingeffectivelywithcaregiversandotherprofessionals • other activities normally performed by a behavior analyst that are directly related to behavior analysis, such as attending planning meetings regarding the behavior-analytic program and researching the literature that is relevant to a current client’s programming.
Hello, Dom. I found your videos yesterday and I have already watched a ton! Is your new office in the Chicago area? PD.: The background music in the restaurant is Dominican, Do you have any Dominican friends?? OMG!!
Really? My boys would love that. Every time they see one they say “ohh sweet Tesla”! I will have to look into that. I’m in need of a new ride. Badly Thanks for watching and commenting ✌🏾🫶🏾
What a day! I recently passed my exam 3 weeks ago on the 1st try! You have been such an inspiration throughout my entire program and now! Thank you for bringing content that I could connect with!
That's the best news I heard all week!! Thanks for sharing and thank you for your kind words Congratulations!!!!
thank you for this day in the life video! Im a RBT of almost a year now in hopes of becoming a BCBA myself and this helped a lot to see what's to come aside from what I hear at work, Thank you!
You are very welcome!!!
Our days are so different! I’m stuck in a clinic all day and wish I could be out and about! Great video Dom!
Wow! That’s good to hear. I’ve never actually worked in a clinic before. What do you enjoy about to.
@@domthebcbamom6679 I work primarily in early intervention (which I am learning so much about every day) but occasionally I have adolescent clients. What I enjoy the most is being able to watch the progress from when they start to how far they go! As well as the parent training. Helps to bring treatment full circle (as best as e can.) Seeing the clients happy and thriving is so rewarding! What’s most difficult is balancing program mods, parent training, RBT supervision, session notes and session planning. But I’m finding my way!
Hi Dom. Great video, so happy to hear from you!!! Can you make a video in the future of the steps to open your own agency. Thank you!
Hi, thanks for doing a day in the life videos. We need to do more of these as an ABA community
I agree! Are days can look so different. I’m always curious about other BCBA’s days
I take the gifts! It’s a form of appreciation and I love getting stuff so yeah it doesn’t bother me. ❤
Lol! I hear that! Thanks for commenting
I cannot wait to get through my studies and get certified!
I know that feeling. But also enjoy and celebrate where you are now. While you have guidance
Regarding gifts, etc. my company has this written into policy. I side step most of the discomfort of declining gifts by apologizing and referring back to said policy. This minimizes negative impacts on relationships with clients and caregivers in my experience.
Instead, I let my clients and caregivers know I love having pictures drawn or colored by them so I have nice things to display in my office to remind me of them.
I love hand drawn pictures!! 🥰
Another great video with topics we love to hear about. Thanks Dom! Hope you remember to take time for some self care in your busy schedule.
Oh yes! Some days my schedule is jammed packed and other days I have 1 meeting and I have time to do some grocery shopping. I try to fit in a new selfcare activities I’m there for me even if it’s a medicine ball at Starbucks and not canceling my chiropractor 😃
Hi Dom! Could you do a video on the steps to getting supervision for a BCBA student looking for a remote option?
Sure thing! th-cam.com/video/63yqoeZIy9w/w-d-xo.html
I listen to audiobooks during my commute.
Me too, I’m currently listening to Worthy, Jada Pinkett’s memoire
Me and audible are like 🤞🏾
RBT here! a client's mom gave me a gift yesterday and told me she wanted me to be permanent but taking it felt kind of wrong but I didn't want to risk hurting her feelings or making her uncomfortable
Why does something so wrong feel so right 🤔😁. This is when where cultural humility comes into play. Do what feels right, what’s culturally appropriate, and if you don’t know what to do, you can always ask your supervisor to compassionately step in
One of my clients tried to give me a their gently used patio furniture set. Lol
Lol. It’s the gift that keeps on giving
If its hand made, i usually accept it. Its so sweet and heart warming🥺
I have so many handmade gifts from clients over the years ❤❤❤
A good audible book or podcast is always good.
I agree. What’s a few of your favorites
@@domthebcbamom6679 as far as podcasts I love crime junkie,tonight conversation, dear future wifey and bad decisions. Good book silent patient,daisy darker,the maid,and atomic habits. If you need more books I’m on Goodreads Lykey B
Hi Dom! I am currently an RBT and in my last year of grad school. School is completely online and to be honest I dont feel like I am learning much, which scares me for the exam. I am sooo passionate about this field and really want to do a good job. Any advice?
Hey Jasz9150 thank you for your comment. I know how you are feeling. Do you have a BCBA supervisor? Are all of your classes asynchronous? Do your professors have office hours? If so, I would share some feedback with them. You can also use supplement study materials like Person’s quizzes (free) or BDS modules to help you retain the information and prepare your for the exam. Lastly find a study group. I hope this helps. Thanks again for watching.
I love your videos! Do you have any advice on how to accrue unrestricted hours for certification?
I certainly do. This comes directly from the BACB handbook. If you are looking for remote supervision we have a few spots available in June. Link in the description
Acceptable Activities: The trainee’s primary focus should be on acquiring the skills necessary to demonstrate competence in behavior analysis and the skills necessary to interact effectively with consumers, supervisors, families, and others. The supervisor will be responsible for determining whether activities qualify for accruing fieldwork hours and are consistent with the requirements in this document.
• conducting assessments related to the need for behavioral intervention (e.g., stimulus preference assessment, functional assessment, staff performance assessment) or for evaluating behavioral interventions;
• designing, implementing, and systematically monitoring skill-acquisition and behavior- reduction programs;
• writing behavior plans, progress summaries, clinical notes, transition summaries, and professional correspondence;
• overseeing the implementation of behavior-analytic programs by others;
• training others, designing behavioral systems, and performance management;
• communicatingandcollaboratingeffectivelywithcaregiversandotherprofessionals
• other activities normally performed by a behavior analyst that are directly related to
behavior analysis, such as attending planning meetings regarding the behavior-analytic program and researching the literature that is relevant to a current client’s programming.
Hello, Dom. I found your videos yesterday and I have already watched a ton! Is your new office in the Chicago area?
PD.: The background music in the restaurant is Dominican, Do you have any Dominican friends?? OMG!!
Hey Taliatejeda, I’m glad you enjoy the videos. Yes, my new office is in the Chicagoland area.
Some gospel prayers talk to God in the car
I have full blow worship sessions in the car. It’s get difficult when I start crying 🥲 because I can’t see. Lol
Hey. Are you still doing virtual supervision?
Yes I am
Chicago?
Yep
You definitely need a Tesla .I drive over 100 miles per day .Best investment
Really? My boys would love that. Every time they see one they say “ohh sweet Tesla”! I will have to look into that. I’m in need of a new ride. Badly
Thanks for watching and commenting ✌🏾🫶🏾