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Chelsey Armstrong

Fort Frances,ON

Summary

Driven by a passion for behavioral improvement, I leveraged skills in Applied Behavior Analysis and critical thinking at Weechi-It-Te-Win Family Services Inc., enhancing client communication and reducing challenging behaviors. Collaborated effectively with professionals, demonstrating reliability and a keen attention to detail, significantly improving patient outcomes through individualized therapy plans.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioural Intervention Worker

Weechi-It-Te-Win Family Services Inc.
05.2022 - Current
  • Utilized a variety of instructional methods including discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, and incidental learning to engage clients throughout therapy sessions effectively.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans tailored to each client''s needs.
  • Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify function of challenging behaviors.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
  • Implemented visual supports such as schedules, charts, and social stories to enhance comprehension of daily routines among nonverbal or minimally verbal clients.
  • Enhanced clients'' communication skills through targeted, evidence-based interventions and strategies.
  • Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients'' families, resulting in increased trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.

Special Education Home School Support Worker

Sean and Emily Ahrens
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.

Special Education Assistant

Northwest Catholic District School Board
11.2013 - 01.2021
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Implemented the use of physical therapy devices daily.
  • Implemented peer socialization.
  • Full physical and emotional care.
  • Trained on and carried life saving medication daily.

Instructor Therapist

Child and Community Resources
08.2011 - 03.2013
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans based on ABA principles to help clients reach goals.
  • Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
  • Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
  • Promoted positive behavior change through consistent implementation of reinforcement systems and structured behavior intervention plans.

Education

Diploma - Developmental Services Worker

Confederation College
Fort Frances, ON
04.2011

High School Diploma -

Fort Frances High School
Fort Frances, ON
06.2003

Skills

  • Data Collection
  • Autism Spectrum Knowledge
  • Collaboration with Professionals
  • Discrete trial teaching
  • Natural Environment Training
  • Errorless Learning
  • Visual supports
  • Prompting Strategies
  • Individualized Treatment Planning
  • Behavior Modification
  • Crisis Management
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Behavior Observation

Additional Information

Valid Class G Drivers Licence

Crisis Prevention Intervention Training-2024

Self-Injurious Behaviour Training-2024

Sexualized Behaviour in Children-When Clinical Intervention is needed-2024

A Comprehensive and Compassionate Approach for Addressing Problem Behaviour Dr. Greg Hanley-2023



Timeline

Behavioural Intervention Worker

Weechi-It-Te-Win Family Services Inc.
05.2022 - Current

Special Education Home School Support Worker

Sean and Emily Ahrens
01.2021 - 01.2022

Special Education Assistant

Northwest Catholic District School Board
11.2013 - 01.2021

Instructor Therapist

Child and Community Resources
08.2011 - 03.2013

Diploma - Developmental Services Worker

Confederation College

High School Diploma -

Fort Frances High School

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