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Aaron Jackson

Los Angeles

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate developmental interventionist with extensive experience applying DIR/Floortime principles to support children with autism and related developmental challenges. Skilled in conducting comprehensive developmental assessments to inform individualized treatment planning, and in providing effective, culturally sensitive parent training to promote long-term progress across environments while acknowledging individual differences. Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams, support family systems, and adapt therapeutic strategies to meet diverse client needs. Committed to fostering meaningful connections, empowering families, and advancing clinical excellence within the Holding Hands community.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Interventionist, Assessor, Parent Trainer

Holding Hands
06.2022 - Current
  • Completed required documentation such as progress reports, session notes, and exit reports
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Delivered individualized DIR/Floortime therapy to children with autism, other developmental disabilities fostering emotional, social, and cognitive development through play-based interventions
  • Collaborated closely with families, treatment teams to create and implement developmentally appropriate treatment goals
  • Observed and assessed developmental progress, adapting strategies to meet each child’s unique needs and support functional growth through progress reports and goal development
  • Provided parent coaching, training and education to reinforce therapeutic techniques and encourage consistent support in home environments
  • Conducted assessments to determine eligibility and appropriate level of care for new clients

Crisis Specialist, Facility Manager

Hillsides Home for Children
06.2019 - 11.2023
  • Provided crisis intervention and related services throughout the campus
  • Assisted residential children developing positive coping skills within the living group, in the cottage setting and off campus
  • Administered appropriate discipline and set limits on acting out behavior of children in residence, in consultation with the cottage supervisors
  • Wrote mental health notes for the purpose of billing for these services in a timely manner
  • Provided consultation to staff in cases of behavioral management issues
  • Assisted treatment teams with crisis follow-up

Internship Program

Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LA CADA)
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Case management in collaboration with substance abuse counselors
  • Conducting BioPsychoSocial Assessment with new clients
  • Weekly supportive check-ins with clients
  • Conflict management
  • Group Facilitation (CBT, Coping Skills Development)

Education

Bachelor of Social Work -

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, California
05.2019

Skills

  • Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Mac and IOS
  • SBIRT Certification: (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment)
  • Obtained: CPR Certified, R number, NPI
  • Skilled in group dynamics management
  • Conflict Management

Community Service

Pasadena Salvation Army, 2017, 2018, Participation of 2017 and 2018 Pasadena Salvation Army Homeless Connect Outreach Program (Intake Assessment team and volunteer team), Volunteer music services around Southern California churches (Lake Avenue Church, Northland Village Church, etc.)

Timeline

Interventionist, Assessor, Parent Trainer

Holding Hands
06.2022 - Current

Crisis Specialist, Facility Manager

Hillsides Home for Children
06.2019 - 11.2023

Internship Program

Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LA CADA)
09.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Social Work -

Azusa Pacific University

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