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Smyrna, Ga, Us

Smyrna, Georgia, Us

Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive training and mentorship programs, promoting excellence and ongoing professional development in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and other ABA professionals.Key Responsibilities:Progressive ABA Dissemination: Deliver innovative training programs and resources that promote progressive and effective practices in ABA.Case Conceptualization Consultations: Offer remote and in-person consultations to support BCBAs in complex case conceptualization, delivering insights to enhance clinical outcomes.Educational Content Development: Curate and maintain a video library of resources covering unrestricted hours, Continuing Education (CE) credits, parent education, and skill-building for interventionists and ABA professionals.Weekly Group Workshops: Facilitate live group workshops for case reviews, subject matter training, academic paper reviews, and specialized topics to support unrestricted learning and CEU requirements.Monthly BCBA and RBT Support Groups: Coordinate synchronous virtual support groups for BCBAs and RBTs, fostering professional connection and collaboration across global networks.In-Person and Remote Consultations and Training: Conduct both in-person and virtual staff and team development consultations, as well as customized case consultations to support quality practice standards.D-Suite Coaching: Guide director level and senior leaders in career transitions, leadership growth, and strategic goal-setting. Emphasis in reality-based mentorship, performance inprovement coaching, and actionable career strategies to help directors achieve impactful success.Contact for Program Details:For information on upcoming mentorship cohorts, workshops, and training schedules, please contact ABAMentorship@gmail.com.

Farmington Hills, Mi, Us

As the De Novo Area Director of Clinical Services, I drive client progress and ensure clinical excellence across multiple regions. My role centers on performance management, team development, and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on community outreach.Key Responsibilities:Lead, train, and support clinical team members within assigned regions, fostering high standards and quality service delivery.Utilize internal tools to monitor and assess Directors of Clinical Services, ensuring alignment with job roles and responsibilities.Oversee daily departmental functions, set clear expectations, and review performance to ensure consistent quality and accountability.Manage, coach, and develop a high-performing team, achieving objectives through best practices, continuous improvement, and innovation.Promote a culture of excellence by modeling high standards, setting clear expectations, and reinforcing behaviors for team success.

As an Organizational Change Consultant, I support leadership in driving impactful, data-informed change across the organization, focusing on the development of clear policies, structured systems, and quality assurance processes. Through evidence-based, system-wide interventions, I ensure practices align with the company’s mission, vision, and core values, fostering a culture of excellence and consistency.Key Responsibilities and Highlights:Organizational Policy Creation: Develop and implement comprehensive policies for center-based and in-home services, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory standards.Manual and Handbook Development: Create organizational manuals and handbooks for Behavioral Health Centers of Excellence (BCHOE), standardizing operations and guiding staff adherence.Case Assignment Complexity Formulas: Build assignment formulas that consider case complexity, optimizing resource allocation and competency and scope alignment for assignment.Documentation Templates for Payer Approval: Create documentation templates to streamline payer approval, supporting efficient authorization and reimbursement processes.Clinical Quality Assurance: Establish clinical quality assurance measures to maintain and monitor high standards of care delivery organization-wide.Pay-for-Performance Systems: Develop and implement pay-for-performance models, driving accountability and rewarding high-quality service delivery.Data Analysis and System-Wide Interventions: Collaborate with leadership to collect and analyze program data, using insights to guide targeted, evidence-based interventions.

Brentwood, Tennessee, Us

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Brentwood, Tennessee, Us

Brentwood, Tennessee, Us

Woodstock, Georgia, Us

As a Training Director and Interfering Behavior Team Manager, I lead skill-based training, performance evaluations, and specialized interventions for interventionist-level, student level, and analyst level clinicians.Job Description:Clinical Training & Supervision: Oversee onboarding and ongoing training for clinician cohorts, conducting in-depth panel and live, working interviews to probe for behavioral artistry and ITM response to feedback.Performance Evaluation: Conduct baseline and milestone evaluations (3-, 6-, 12-month), using data to tailor training paths and monitor individual staff growth and development.Didactic Workshops: Develop and present workshops to build foundational knowledge and applied skills.Collaborative Training: Coordinate with Case Supervisors (BCBAs) and the Executive Director on performance and pay-for-performance programs.External Partnerships: Collaborate with expert consultant Dr. John McEachin from Autism Partnership for specialized training in case conceptualization, training and implementation of progressive ABA.Behavior Intervention Leadership: Guide a team in conducting Functional Assessments and developing Skill-Based Treatments for toddlers with severe and interfering behaviors.Implementation & Generalization: Oversee interventionist training and coach caregivers to reinforce skills in various contexts.Expert Collaboration: Partner with consultants Dr. Gregory Hanley and Dr. Kelsey Ruppel of FTF Behavioral Consulting to enhance practices and implementation.

Marietta, Ga, Us

Woodstock, Georgia, Us

Gained a strong foundation in child developmental psychology and hands-on training across multiple areas critical to healthcare operations, including marketing, HR, ABA billing, payer relations, and client relations. Worked on enhancing efficiency and building robust workflows to drive the startup’s mission to deliver high-quality, client-centered care.Key Responsibilities:Developmental Psychology: Apply an in-depth understanding of child developmental psychology to guide intervention strategies and support individualized client care and caregiver collaborations.Healthcare Operations Training: Train in and optimize essential healthcare functions—marketing, HR, billing, onboarding, and payer relations—ensuring cohesive, efficient workflows that enhance service delivery.Psychometric Assessment Training: Demonstrated expertise in a range of psychometric assessments (ADOS, BASC-3, Mullen Scales, DAS, Brigance, Vineland 2/3, IISCA) to support comprehensive client evaluations and targeted interventions.Client and Payer Relations: Cultivate strong client relationships and engage effectively with payer networks to support seamless, high-quality service.Workflow Optimization: Identify and implement workflow improvements across operational areas to streamline processes, enhance team efficiency, and drive organizational growth.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

As a PR & Marketing Manager, I led a dynamic team of public relations professionals, marketing staff, and interns, overseeing the development and execution of tailored strategies for local clients. My mission was to enhance the visibility of local musicians by connecting them with established representation through ongoing media outreach, marketing strategies, and social networking initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Managed a small team focused on public relations and marketing efforts.Developed and implemented comprehensive PR and marketing strategies for local clientele.Collaborated with the Head of Photography & Videography and Client Managers to ensure cohesive branding and campaign execution.Utilized a multi-platform approach to maximize client visibility and engagement.Monitored and managed client public relations, ensuring a positive and consistent image across all media channels.

Valdosta, Ga, Us

Curriculum creation for ENGL 4700 course "Editing for Publications"Edited submissions after undergraduate editors.Advised undergraduate students and consulted with faculty advisor.Submitted student evaluations to the school's faculty advisor.Writer/Jr. Copyeditor/Designer for On Tap, Valdosta State UniversityWrote short magazine articles for publication.Designed magazine layouts with Quark software.Copyedited first round drafts.Knowledgeable of the process of magazine production.

Valdosta, Ga, Us

Editor in Chief & Co-Founder of Omnino: An Online Undergraduate Research Journal of Valdosta State University, Valdosta State UniversityScheduled deadlines for submissions, peer-reviews, re-submissions, publications etc.Participated in the creation of the journals name, call for papers, submission guidelines etc.Created peer-review contact letter and acceptance letter templates.Proofread and copyedited submissions prior to their acceptance.Worked closely with authors to copyedit and prepare their submissions for publication (i.e. established rapport with authors while maintaining the journals credibility).Learned various editing techniques as well as the process of publishing an academic research journal.Obtained a group-work ethic and learned how valuable each member is to the journal.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

- Wrote press releases for Georgia Music Magazine under the guidance and supervision of the Music department's director. - Wrote Spotlight articles for Georgia Music Magazine. - Assisted Department of Growth's department heads in project management. - Assisted with Marketing and PR strategies in person (conventions, conferences, events) and across social media platforms.

Wrote short magazine articles for publication, designed magazine layouts with Quark8 software, copy edited first round drafts, knowledgeable of the process of magazine production.--"Michael Bay's Payday"Piece of film criticism centered around the shortcomings of acclaimed director, Michael Bay. --"Virgin Life"Travel narrative focused on the life of Virgin Islanders.

Coordinated several volunteer and fundraising events. Worked to promote literacy among the youth of the world.

Master Of Education (M.Ed.), Teaching Individuals With Multiple And Severe Disabilities

Certificate, Organizational Behavior Management (Obm)

B.A., English Literature & Language