Clinical Specialist

• Oct 2023 - Present

Clinical Care Provider

• Mar 2023 - Oct 2023

● Provided direct therapy for 30+ hours a week for clients age 6-17 on the autism spectrum● Implemented therapy in conjunction with Acceptance and Commitment Teaching● Performed direct assessments using AFLS, ABLLS, PEAK, CPFQ, and Socially Savvy and completed individualized treatment plans● Conducted weekly caregiver trainings using behavioral skills teaching and ACT parent training to promote generalization of clientskills● Assessed data and modified programming based on client progress● Utilized Central Reach data collection and treatment planning to monitor client progress and mastery Show less

Case Supervisor

• Nov 2020 - Mar 2023

● Managed, developed, and oversaw the treatment of clients ages 2-12 with autism spectrum disorder using Applied Behavior Analysis to create treatment plans and enact behavior change ● Analyzed and tracked data using Central Reach and Microsoft Excel to assess effectiveness of treatment and drive clinical decision-making for short term and long term objectives ● Supervised, trained and supported a team of 10+ Registered Behavior Technicians and delivered feedback to increase productivity, progress, and maintenance of skills while cultivating staff growth and development ● Collaborated and communicated with multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure consistency of client progress ● Supported HR department in driving organizational changes by training staff members, ensuring quality of clinic processes, overseeing scheduling of clients, and assisting with the creation of onboarding processes ● Presented data-centered research in conferences on new evidence-based behavioral findings ● Coordinated monthly team-building events and meetings to maintain morale and cultivate a positive culture Show less

ABA Therapist

• Jul 2020 - Oct 2020

Behavior Technician

• Sep 2019 - Mar 2020

Working 12 hours/week conducting supervised Applied Behavior Analysis interventions with clients ranging from age 6-15 with autism spectrum disorder diagnoses. I am following and implementing plans created by a BCBA on my caseload, as well as providing parent-training and in-home services. Additionally, I am collecting and recording data to monitor progress during sessions and am assisting the BCBA in developing and updating treatment plans and target behavior goals. Aside from direct client interactions in session, I am creating visuals and activities for clients to use during and outside of sessions. Show less

Perinatal Stress Study Research Assistant

• Oct 2016 - May 2019

I participated in clinical research at the department of psychiatry at University of Michigan through participant recruitment, data entry, data collection, and other various duties. I studied the impact of past mental health issues and domestic violence on post-partum depression in women ages 16-50. I participated in clinical research at the department of psychiatry at University of Michigan through participant recruitment, data entry, data collection, and other various duties. I studied the impact of past mental health issues and domestic violence on post-partum depression in women ages 16-50.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Intern

• Aug 2018 - Jan 2019

Served as an applied behavior analysis technician. Conducted applied behavioral analysis sessions twice per week during home visits and clinic sessions to aid clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in meeting therapy goals. Scored Child Behavioral Checklist measures for clinicians to utilize in treatment planning. Participated in weekly group supervision meetings to discuss case concerns. Contributed to weekly discussions of clinical case presentations on OCD, childhood PTSD, ASD, sleep disorders, anxiety, and suicide. Attended weekly seminars on acceptance & commitment therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and applied behavior analysis. Show less

Severe Behavior Clinic Intern

• May 2018 - Sep 2018

I am working in the Severe Behavior Clinic implementing Behavioral Therapies and Applied Behavioral Analysis with children ages 3-15 who have lower functioning Autism and other disorders such as Operational Defiant Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, and PICA. My job as an intern is to observe sessions and take data on different types of aggressive or maladaptive behaviors. Additionally, I run several sessions per day in which different types of behavior therapies are applied to each child that caters to his or her unique problem behaviors. Show less

Keyholder

• May 2018 - Aug 2018

Was responsible for generating sales and building customer relationships in Atlanta location. Was responsible for continuing the client contact beyond the initial sale. By capturing name, address, phone and email contact information, I used multiple means to communicate and build relationships with the customers. Was responsible for maintaining the visual and housekeeping standards of the store, which included the receiving of merchandise and presentation to the selling floor, processing of markdowns and removal from the floor for transfers. Show less

College Program Intern

• Aug 2017 - Jan 2018

I participated in a semester long, paid internship with Walt Disney World during which I learned about the customer service and business that Disney provides, while immersing myself in the Disney environment through working in the parks. My job was to ensure safety throughout the parks, while interacting with guests of diverse ages and backgrounds. I participated in a semester long, paid internship with Walt Disney World during which I learned about the customer service and business that Disney provides, while immersing myself in the Disney environment through working in the parks. My job was to ensure safety throughout the parks, while interacting with guests of diverse ages and backgrounds.

Retail Sales Associate

• Dec 2014 - Aug 2016

Organized the clothing and maintained the appearance of the department floor. Assisted customers with shopping at Nordstrom department stores in the junior section and ensured customer satisfaction. Was responsible for client outreach and building relationships with new and existing clients. Organized the clothing and maintained the appearance of the department floor. Assisted customers with shopping at Nordstrom department stores in the junior section and ensured customer satisfaction. Was responsible for client outreach and building relationships with new and existing clients.

Intern

• Jun 2016 - Jul 2016

I worked with children ages 5-12 who have special needs such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome at Camp You-B-You. I facilitated social skills between those campers and the typically developing campers, and it was my job to oversee the safety and social improvements of my campers through the span of the 5 weeks. I worked with children ages 5-12 who have special needs such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome at Camp You-B-You. I facilitated social skills between those campers and the typically developing campers, and it was my job to oversee the safety and social improvements of my campers through the span of the 5 weeks.

Mental Health Intern

• May 2016 - Jun 2016

I lived in Sri Lanka for 5 weeks and worked in several different special needs assisted living homes as well as the National Institute of Mental Health. We implemented creative therapies and it was my responsibility to plan each therapy session for the patients. I interacted with people who had a variety of disorders such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Depression, as well as those who were recovering from Substance Abuse. I was able to enhance my knowledge of psychology and mental health through a different, global perspective. Show less

Counselor

• May 2014 - Aug 2015

I was a counselor for two months for girls ages 11-13 at an overnight camp. I took the girls to all activities, was responsible for health and medical needs, and gained experience working with children. I also worked with campers of all ages who have various special needs, such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy, and ensured their well-being and safety at camp for the month. I was a counselor for two months for girls ages 11-13 at an overnight camp. I took the girls to all activities, was responsible for health and medical needs, and gained experience working with children. I also worked with campers of all ages who have various special needs, such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy, and ensured their well-being and safety at camp for the month.