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Acted as an independent consultant, providing early intervention services to children, ages birth to three, and their families. Conducted home visits in Monmouth, Mercer, Burlington, and Ocean Counties on behalf of multiple agencies including Sunny Days, TheraCare, and Classic Rehabilitation. *Worked collaboratively with other team members regarding developmental and health-related issues, as well as resources for families.*Participated in regularly-scheduled IFSP meetings, providing input on progress and service recommendations.*Provided families with information, skills, and support related to enhancing the skill development of the child.*Worked with children to enhance the child’s development while designing a learning environment and activities that promote the child’s acquisition of skills in a variety of developmental areas, including cognitive processes and social interaction.*Maintained appropriate progress notes and documentation as required.

Developed and maintained positive interpersonal relationships with families while assisting them in obtaining timely Early Intervention services for children, ages birth to three. Coordinated and monitored the delivery of services as described in the Individual Family Service Plan. *Implemented and supported New Jersey Early Intervention system philosophy and procedures. *Explained family rights and ensured that these rights were not being violated.*Initiated communication and collaboration with medical and health care professionals to promote coordinated care.*Informed families of the differences in the rights, entitlements, rules, regulations, and funding between Part C and Part B or IDEA while facilitating the development of a Transition Plan to preschool or alternative services.*Maintained child records and data collection according to agency standards.*Coordinated with Targeted Evaluation Teams and ongoing practitioners to schedule meetings, provide prior written notice, and obtain necessary consent.

Worked collaboratively with other Child Study Team members to deliver comprehensive psychological services to children, ages 3 to 5, and their families. Conducted comprehensive psychological evaluations, including assessment of students’ intellectual, social/emotional, and functional status. *Coordinated referral process with parents of potential incoming preschoolers.*Acted as main conduit between parents and educators, with regard to students’ progress and functioning within the classroom.*Facilitated and participated in various child study team meetings.*Interpreted and utilized assessment data for the purpose of writing psychological reports and IEPs.*Utilized psychological testing to aid in determination of potential eligibility for special education and related services.*Collaborated with team members and educators to determine appropriate placement and programming for incoming and current students deemed eligible for special education.*Performed psychological evaluations and wrote IEP’s for students entering kindergarten.*Counseled students individually and in groups.