Harjas Singh
Newmarket
Summary
Dedicated Social Services Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Services Caseworker
Salvation Army
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Monitored case progress for timely completion and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, fostering open communication and rapport building.
- Assessed and evaluated clients' needs, determined eligibility for services, and developed individualized plans.
- Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations.
- Documented progress in treatment plans, educational, and recreational activities and maintained updated case records.
Transitional Support Professional
Karis Disability Services
06.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
ABA Therapist- Student Placement
Grandview Kids
05.2023 - 09.2023
- 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.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify function of challenging behaviors.
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of professionals to develop cohesive care plans for individuals with ASD and other developmental disabilities.
Educational Assistant
Durham Catholic District School Board
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Autism And Behaviour Sciences
Durham College
Oshawa, ON10-2023
Graduate Certificate - Addictions And Mental Health
Durham College
Oshawa06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
Amity University
Uttar Pradesh, India 12-2021
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- ABA skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Data collection
- Current First Aid and NVCI training
- Autism spectrum support
- Highly effective communication
- Client advocacy
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Urdu
Full Professional
Timeline
Transitional Support Professional
Karis Disability Services
06.2023 - Current
ABA Therapist- Student Placement
Grandview Kids
05.2023 - 09.2023
Educational Assistant
Durham Catholic District School Board
03.2023 - 05.2023
Program Services Caseworker
Salvation Army
01.2023 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Autism And Behaviour Sciences
Durham College
Graduate Certificate - Addictions And Mental Health
Durham College
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
Amity University
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