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Implement treatment programs for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Train and demonstrate competencies to other Behavior Therapists and children’s caregivers. Complete case management services for each assigned client, including progress notes, data collection, staff and family treatment schedules, client program graphs, team meeting notes, and program stimuli.

Assisted developmentally disabled adults with participation in community-based work and recreational activities. Operated as primary job site coordinator and employer contact for local handmade gift company. Designed individualized recreational activities to improve clients’ social and vocational skills.

At his mother's request, continued to implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and play therapy programs that had been developed for an Autistic child when he was a member of Integrated Development Services.Suggested alterations to therapy plan as child’s needs and skills changed.Accompanied child to Occupational Therapy appointments.Trained new Therapists to successfully execute child’s behavior plan.

This position was utilized in order to supplement the care of Hui Guan's child with Autism.

Provided face-to-face and telephone crisis counseling to adolescents and their families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Maintained updated case files on the status of each client. Referred callers to relevant resources to evaluate and improve their mental, emotional, and physical welfare. Reviewed and authorized documentation of shift activity.

Developed relationships with children that were diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorders in order to help them obtain the necessary skills to form relationships with others. Utilized specific teaching strategies that support and encourage the acquisition of skills in the areas of behavioral regulation, social interaction, communication, and daily living. Maintained detailed documentation of children’s progress toward program goals.

Produced Internet questionnaires using WebSurveyor software. Meticulously entered data into Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and Access databases, and converted data into easily understandable tables. Proofread reports for distribution to the National Science Foundation and other project stakeholders. Searched research literature for studies that would be useful to LEAD Center evaluators. Accurately transcribed confidential interviews and focus group sessions.