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Amy Bateman

Moncton,NB

Summary

Motivated Behavior Specialist adept at working with students of all backgrounds and socioeconomic levels. Familiar with neglect and child abuse situations. Advocates for available resources and builds powerful support network around children in need .

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Therapist Intern

Atlantic Wellness
05.2024 - Current
  • Provide mental health services to youth and young adults at a non-profit organization, offering support and intervention tailored to their unique needs and circumstances.
  • Collaborate with a clinical supervisor through weekly check-ins to discuss client progress, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, assess client symptoms, and troubleshoot when interventions are not yielding desired results or are not a suitable fit for the client.
  • Document client progress by writing detailed clinic notes that include all aspects of each session, such as the type of intervention used, client discussions, worksheets, screeners, and other relevant information.
  • Administer evidence-based screeners with clients to gain a comprehensive understanding of their symptoms and inform the development of targeted therapeutic strategies.
  • Work with complex cases, including sexual assault, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and transgender clients, utilizing interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address diverse and challenging needs.


  • Refer clients to other specialists or support services as necessary.


  • Participate in group case consultation to address challenges with clients, collaboratively discussing strategies for engagement, intervention, and next steps. Contribute to collective problem-solving and support to enhance client care and therapeutic outcomes.

Behaviour Consultant

VIVA Therapeutic Services
05.2023 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments for clients on the autism spectrum to determine their needs and establish therapeutic goals. Utilize assessment data to develop personalized learning plans and design targeted programs that support skill development and address individual client needs.


  • Manage a caseload of 10+ clients, overseeing their progress and ensuring the delivery of personalized and effective therapeutic interventions.


  • Supervise and train staff on program implementation, providing ongoing support and guidance to ensure adherence to best practices and effective delivery of services.


  • Communicate with parents to provide coaching on achieving home-based goals, offering regular check-ins and tailored suggestions to support their progress and enhance family involvement in the therapeutic process.


  • Prepare school-aged clients for transitions by coordinating with schools and families to ensure the client receives appropriate support and that the school has all essential information for a smooth and successful integration.


  • Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.


  • Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.


  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.

Communicative Disorders Technician

Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia
08.2021 - 04.2023
  • Managed a diverse caseload of 20+ clients, including those with Autism and pediatric needs, providing weekly or bi-weekly sessions for children aged 2-5 years.


  • Delivered therapeutic services across various settings, including client homes, daycare's, pre-primary classrooms, and other community environments, ensuring consistent support and adaptation to each client's unique context.


  • Addressed a wide range of speech needs, including social communication skills, articulation, and play skills, while providing caregiver coaching and support to families and teachers to enhance overall client development.


  • Implemented communication goals established by the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and conducted hearing screenings to support comprehensive client assessments and treatment plans.


  • Led caregiver coaching groups, including Early Language Group, Altogether Now, and Making Sense of Sounds, while managing the waitlist and overseeing the Altogether Now program for clients across the Halifax area.


  • Utilized evidence-based strategies, including the Early Start Denver Model and Pivotal Response Training, to deliver effective and tailored interventions for clients.


  • Documented client progress and success through a medicare system.


Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University
Fredericton, NB
12.2024

Graduate Certificate - Communication Disorders Assistant

St Lawrence College
Kingston, ON
08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics And Psychology

Memorial University
St. John's, NL
05.2020

Skills

  • Demonstrate strong teamwork skills, actively collaborating with colleagues to achieve common goals, share insights, and support each other in delivering effective client care
  • Highly organized, effectively managing multiple tasks and responsibilities to ensure timely and efficient delivery of services and documentation
  • Excel in high-pressure situations, demonstrating the ability to think on my feet and make informed decisions quickly and effectively
  • Trained in behavior-related areas, including Early Start Denver Model, Pivotal Response Training, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, with a strong foundation in evidence-based approaches to support client development and intervention
  • Recognized for a strong work ethic, consistently going above and beyond to achieve goals and deliver high-quality results in all tasks and responsibilities

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Timeline

Clinical Therapist Intern

Atlantic Wellness
05.2024 - Current

Behaviour Consultant

VIVA Therapeutic Services
05.2023 - Current

Communicative Disorders Technician

Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia
08.2021 - 04.2023

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University

Graduate Certificate - Communication Disorders Assistant

St Lawrence College

Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics And Psychology

Memorial University

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