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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.
Fort Frances, ON
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
Fort Frances, ON
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
Fort Frances, ON
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
Fort Frances, ON
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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