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Pleasantville, New York, United States

Assist people with disabilities to help them achieve their self-identified personal goals by providing 1:1 support in a self-directed, consumer-driven settingWork with individuals to develop daily living and decision making skills while supporting their emotional and physical well-beingEngage and support the people we serve in the community at the vocational and recreational activities of their choosing

Westchester County, New York, United States

Implement 1:1 behavioral intervention programs for children with autism in their homesParticipate in a training program that provides instruction on ABA, discrete trial teaching techniques, management of maladaptive behaviors, child development, and data collection techniques applicable to the client populationReceive supervision from a BCBA, for each client I work withObserve and record a client's behavior through data input into ATRACK and log hours and data accuratelyCommunicate with supervisory staff

Utica, New York, United States

Assist an individual with developmental disabilities within a consumer-directed residential setting providing 1:1 support with daily living skillsProvide encouragement and support with independent living skills and interaction in the communitySupporting consumer at place of employment to ensure appropriate work behaviors and interpersonal skillsProvide transportation as needed or requested by the consumer

Westchester County

Develops and implements Treatment Plans and interventions in line with individual’s servedchoices, rights, needs and personal goals. Assists the Day Program Manager in theimplementation of the Treatment Plan including classroom skills instruction, protocols, and ensuring the personal choice of participants. Implements interventions and protocols in line with the service model and guiding principles.Responsible for the development of daily staff schedules & assignments and monthly schedule of classroom & community activities.In conjunction with the Day Program Manager, the ADPM ensures each assignedindividual’s served health, safety, transportation and emotional well-being are of the highestquality. Maintains training records and supervises services to assigned individuals both in a classroom setting and in the community. Ensures that Supervisor is fully informed of status of individuals in Day Program.In coordination with the Day Program Manager, mentors and trains direct care staff, ensuring they are scheduled and trained in the routines and responsibilities of the ACCESS Program.

Rockland County, New York, United States

Develop and write Day Habilitation Staff Action Plan for each Participant.Coordinate and review the Participant’s plan with the family, Care Manager, Service Coordinator, and Participant on a semi-annual basis to discuss progress/regression and overall performance within Day Habilitation.Communicate with the Participant and/or provider to ensure that the Day Habilitation plan of service meets the Participant’s needs and desires; supplies guidance or direct intervention when it does not.Supervise Direct Support Personnel, providing support and guidance as needed.Ensure proper compliance in terms of program operation and billing, properly following all OPWDD and Medicaid guidelines.Providing direct support to staff and participants three days per week in the field.

Yorktown Heights, New York, United States

Performer/actor for haunted attraction.

Mount Kisco, New York, United States

Enrolled participants into our Day Hab Programs (including our Community Connections Life and Winslow Farm Programs) through document gathering, scheduling tours & trial visits, and assisting Program SpecialistsMaintained accurate records to allow for proper client support and billingCreated physical and digital charts to allow organized storage of informationCoordinating with Care Managers to ensure placement in proper program best suited to their needsAttended semi-Annual LifePlan Meetings to review goals and safeguards and consult with the Individual, their Care Manager, family, and treatment team to determine if changes needed to be madeLearned the Therap Platform and began developing training materials to assist in its implementationDeveloped and gave PowerPoint presentation of Day Program and enrollment process for conference

Jefferson Valley-Yorktown, New York, United States

Worked one-on-one with clients in assisting with job-seeking in a suitable area of employmentProvided close support throughout the application, interview, and hiring processProvided comprehensive classroom training in soft skills, vocational evaluation, and computer basics

Katonah, New York, United States

* Worked with adolescent patients aged 13-17 in secure unit* Assisted Therapist with group therapy sessions* Conducted headcounts every 15 minutes and assured the safety of patients* Documentation of daily activities and services received* Lead and participated in recreational activities* Trained in deescaltion and physical intervention techniques.

Medford, New York, United States

Ensuring safe transportation of clients with physical disabilities and difficulty ambulating to medical appointments, dialysis treatment, and social events necessitating assistanceCompliance with all NYSDOT rules and regulations, including vehicle pre-trip safety inspections, daily completion of pre-trip inspectioni report, properly securing all wheelchairs and assistive devices during transport, and making sure clients were seat-belted and in a position of comfortDocumentation of trips, including accurate record-keeping of names, mileage, pick-up & drop-off locations, and relevant insurance information as needed

Mount Sinai, New York, United States

Worked in a community residence with 7 individuals with dual diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder and moderate to severe intellectual disabilitiesProvided assistance with Activities of Daily Living including cooking, light cleaning, laundry, self-care, and personal hygieneWorked on and documented ongoing goals with participants, including number of successful outcomesSupported individuals in the community in the recreational activities of their choiceProvided safe transportation and abide by all DDI Transportation Department rules & guidelines and NYS Traffic LawsCoordinated with staff and supervisors (Assistant Managers and Residence Managers) to provide cohesive care and discuss any challenges or issues that arose

Medford, New York, United States

Provided 24/7 support to individuals living in Supported Housing ProgramConducted scheduled monthly visits to address client issues related to mental & physical health, daily living skills, and compliance with medication management (if needed)Inspected property on regular basis to assure it was clean, well-maintained, and safe for participants

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Activities and Societies: 5-Quad Volunteer Ambulance Corps (Dispatcher, Crew Assistant)

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Aas, Criminal Justice

Honor Roll