Haley Owens
Kitchener,Canada
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in clinical psychology and extensive experience in supporting clients with autism and behavioural disorders. Expertise in cross-functional teamwork, leadership, and effective communication, consistently contributing to client progress through tailored rehabilitation strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor Therapist
KidsAbility Centre for Child Development
Waterloo, Canada
08.2024 - Current
- Oversee and support clients with autism, behavioural disorders, and disabilities.
- Deliver rehabilitation treatments utilizing Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) while teaching critical social skills.
- Conduct and evaluate yearly behavioural assessments, such as the Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills (ABLLS) and the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM).
- Contribute to the development of individualised service plans tailored to each client's needs.
Instructional Therapist
Grand River Autism Services
Kitchener-Waterloo Region, Canada
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Manage clients with autism, behavioural disorders, and disabilities with an individualized approach.
- Implement rehabilitation treatments grounded in Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) while fostering social skills growth.
- Collect and document client data, facilitating effective communication between clients' caregivers and the clinical supervisor.
Server & Support Staff
Old Marina Restaurant
Cambridge, Canada
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Motivated and compassionate graduate with a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor's in Social Psychology, offering extensive hands-on experience supporting individuals with autism, behavioural challenges, and developmental disabilities.
- Proven ability to implement applied behaviour analysis techniques, collect and analyse client data, and contribute to individualized service plans.
- Skilled in research, content creation, and program development through roles in healthcare, academia, and HR.
- Recognized for strong communication, adaptability, and interpersonal problem-solving in both clinical and professional settings.
- Passionate about mental health advocacy, client-centered support, and evidence-based program delivery in community and organizational environments.
Learning & Development HR Intern
Geotab
Oakville, Canada
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to design learning materials for recruitment and internal training purposes.
- Critically assessed existing company materials to identify opportunities for enhancement and development.
- Self-directed in managing projects and consistently producing timely reports on progress and material deadlines.
Psychology Content Writer
GiftAFeeling
Toronto, Canada
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Investigated and produced engaging written content centred on the psychological dimensions of gift-giving.
- Exhibited strong self-management skills to ensure weekly deadlines were consistently met.
- Collaborated closely with editors and researchers to craft well-researched blogs that resonated with the public.
Education
MSc - Clinical Psychology
University of Plymouth
Plymouth, England07.2024
BA Honours - Social Psychology
McMaster University
Hamilton, Canada04.2021
Skills
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal communication
- User research
- Leadership Experience
- Time Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Interaction design
- Documentation & Record Keeping
- Data Analysis (Quantitative & Qualitative)
- Applied behaviour analysis
- Data entry & Interpretation
- Problem-solving
Certification
Human-Centered Design: an Introduction
University of California San Diego - Issued Aug 2025
Credential ID EAGDVNIFRFQH
Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes
University of Michigan - Issued Aug 2025
Credential ID 1V05E8Q8HJA3
Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans Course on Research Ethics (TCPS 2: CORE)
Government of Canada - Issued Aug 2025
Credential ID 0001448737
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certificate
Crisis Prevention Institute - Issued Oct 2024 · Expires Oct 2026
Credential ID NCI2EB7C24
Timeline
Instructor Therapist
KidsAbility Centre for Child Development
08.2024 - Current
Instructional Therapist
Grand River Autism Services
08.2022 - 07.2024
Server & Support Staff
Old Marina Restaurant
09.2021 - 08.2022
Learning & Development HR Intern
Geotab
05.2021 - 08.2021
Psychology Content Writer
GiftAFeeling
09.2020 - 01.2021
MSc - Clinical Psychology
University of Plymouth
BA Honours - Social Psychology
McMaster University
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