Mehr Singh
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
DESROCHER LAB
08.2021 - Current
- Trained in conducting and performing HPRC (Human Participants Research Committee) protocol, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.
- Participated in a research study focusing on the effects of viral infections on children's cognitive, social, and emotional development by conducting a systematic review.
- Conducted comprehensive literature searches across multiple databases to identify relevant studies and evaluated and selected studies based on inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure relevance and quality.
- Extracted and synthesized data from selected studies to assess the impact of viral infections on various developmental outcomes.
- Analyzed and summarized findings to provide insights into trends, gaps, and implications for future research.
- Collaborated with research team members to discuss findings and refine review methodology.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations, and submissions to peer-reviewed journals, supporting graduate students with comprehensive documentation and presentation of research findings.
- Collaborated with the leadership team to identify relevant research questions and determine the most effective methods for data collection.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to analyze problems, evaluate potential solutions, and make informed decisions.
- Assisted faculty members with literature reviews and bibliographies for clinical neurodevelopmental research projects, individual research projects, and graduate theses.
Research Assistant
BAC (Behavioural Alcohol and Cannabis) LAB
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted structured clinical interviews and administered research protocols to gather accurate and reliable data.
- Executed quantitative research methods using SPSS and R, performing statistical analyses and data visualization to support research findings.
- Conducted Timeline Follow-Back (TLFB) clinical interviews with participants using cannabis and alcohol simultaneously, collecting detailed usage data.
- Guided participants through filling out REDCap surveys, conducting orientations to ensure their understanding and accurate completion of surveys.
- Authored an undergraduate thesis on substance use, exploring the relationship between various modalities of cannabis use and their consequences, and examining how sex moderates these relationships under the principal investigator.
- Utilized SPSS to conduct data analysis for my thesis, performing statistical tests to examine relationships between independent and dependent variables.
- Analyzed data to identify significant patterns and results, providing insights into the effects of cannabis use on various outcomes.
- Interpreted statistical findings to support conclusions and recommendations in the research thesis.
- Managed social media recruitment efforts, creating and posting advertisements to attract participants and track recruitment progress.
- Handled consent forms, ensuring participants' understanding and agreement, and maintained ethical standards in accordance with HPRC protocols.
- Extracted relevant data from journal articles, synthesizing information to support ongoing research projects.
- Wrote detailed meeting minutes, documenting discussions, decisions, and action items for accurate project tracking and follow-up.
- Provided educational support by assisting in the development and delivery of research skills training for new lab members.
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills through effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration with team members.
- Fostered strong professional relationships with colleagues, participants, and external partners, enhancing collaboration and research outcomes.
- Assisted in auditing tasks and checking data accuracy for a terminal study, ensuring data integrity and compliance with research protocols.
- Conducted data entry with high attention to detail, maintaining organized and accurate records of research data.
- Utilized Microsoft Office Suite proficiently for creating reports, presentations, and managing data, ensuring efficient and organized workflow.
Behaviour Therapist
Rock-Reach Out Centre for Kids
06.2024 - Current
- Providing intervention to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), addressing their unique needs across various domains by conducting skill assessments and developing programming goals.
- Appling the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to train families and service providers in managing communication, social/interpersonal skills, daily living skills, behavior management/self-regulation, play and leisure skills, and vocational skills for children/youth with ASD.
- Participating in the development and delivery of individualized and group interventions under the supervision of a Behaviour Analyst.
- Conducting collaborative sessions with ROCK service providers from other disciplines (e.g., Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Mental Health, Speech-Language Pathology) in both individualized and group formats as required by the program.
- Ensuring client safety by adhering to established policies and guidelines, identifying and reporting any client safety incidents to maintain quality and safe care.
- Complying with Section 28 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and any additional health and safety responsibilities as outlined in agency policies and procedures.
Behaviour Therapist
Oakwood Academy
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked with children with developmental special needs in a 1:1 school setting to help with independence in self-help skills, personal hygiene, communication skills, self-regulation skills, academic skills following a DIR-Floortime Model approach alongside NET based therapeutic techniques.
- Collaborated with the multi-disciplinary team including Speech and Occupational therapists,
Psychologists, Supervisors, Directors and all faculty members with a continuing goal to build knowledge base and child's progress. - Supported children with special needs in community settings like gymnastics, swimming lessons and school field trips.
- Performed detailed assessments to understand each student's academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
- Developed measurable and achievable goals and objectives based on the student's assessment results.
- Drafted detailed sections of the IEP (Individualized education plan) and IPR (Individual progress reports) to help support independence in programming goals while meeting clinical objectives.
- Supported with parent meetings by maintaining open communication with families and caregivers,involving them in the planning and decision-making process of the child's day-to-day challenges.
- Documented progress through detailed notes, behaviour data alongside collection of data and graphing.
- Attended IEP meetings, staff meetings, and professional development sessions to contribute to team planning and coordination.
Behaviour Therapist
Synergy Kids, Oakville
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Implemented individualized treatment plans for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or multiple developmental disorders under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in a 1:1 and small group setting to facilitate independence objectives.
- Conducted 1:1 ABA sessions, 1:3 ABA social skills groups, parent coaching sessions, respite and tutoring services for neurodiverse clients.
- Recorded progress on targeted behaviors using paper and electronic data collection methods.
- Assisted individuals in areas of deficit such as cognitive, social, emotional and personal care life skills (i.e supervision of daily personal living tasks and private hygiene) to establish independence.
- Conducted behavior assessments and functional behavior skill assessments (ABLLS, AFLS, VB-MAPP, Early Denver Model, Social Skills Assessment, Peak) to identify areas for improvement and tailor instruction accordingly.
- Assisted with parent training sessions, empowering families to support their child''s growth at home and school settings.
- Assisted in the development of social skills groups, promoting positive peer interactions and desensitization among clients.
- Collaborated with the Behavior Analysts/ BCBA and other therapists to develop and modify treatment goals as needed while participating in clinical meetings.
- Improved client outcomes by designing and implementing customized behavior intervention/ reduction plans under a Behaviour Analyst/ BCBA.
- Supported specialized diets for clients with specific medical conditions or restrictions including G-tube (Gastrostomy Tube) feeds.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
- Reduced/ blocked self injurious behaviors by clients using full restraints and two arm restraints while taking ABC data, anecdotal duration data and frequency data of the behavior.
- Collaborated with the Behavior Analysts/ BCBA and other therapists to develop and modify treatment goals as needed while participating in clinical meetings.
Behaviour Therapist
Progressive Behaviour Solutions (PBS)
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plans in a 1:1 setting.
- Acquired baseline data and implemented approved programs using behavioral technology appropriately, neutrally and consistently.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate antecedent-behavior-consequence data collection, graphs (cumulative) and anecdotal notes
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis, and taught using errorless and error correction teaching methods using least intrusive prompt styles
- Conducted functional behavior assessments (ABLLS and AFLS), functional analysis, preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs.
- Performed behavioral therapy assessments and treatments in clients' homes (in home services) independently and efficiently.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Acquired skills to deal with aggressive SIB (Self injurious behaviors), control based, attention based, sensory based, access to tangible based behaviors.
- Deployed both antecedent and consequence strategies with clients.
- Implemented skill-building programming and maintenance strategies as prescribed by treatment team.
- Contrived opportunities to teach in natural environments for more successful therapy sessions.
- Used shaping and chaining procedures, discrete trial training and incidence teaching during therapy.
Behaviour Therapist- Volunteering/Trainee
Turning Point- Children's Therapy and Development Centre
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Shadowed experienced therapists during therapy sessions while implementing behavior intervention plans and strategies as directed.
- Assisted in conducting therapy sessions under the supervision of a lead therapist.
- Created and organized materials needed for therapy sessions, such as visual aids, activity sheets, and reinforcement tools.
- Ensured all materials were prepared and ready for use before each session.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data on child progress and behavior during sessions..
- Conducted discrete trial training (DTT) and other table-based activities under the guidance of a lead therapist.
- Maintained and updated therapy binders with session notes, progress reports, and other relevant documents.
- Assisted children with toileting needs and personal hygiene routines as required.
Trainee
Peace By Peace
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Trained to teach grade four to six students skills for conflict resolution, dealing with bullying behavior, and building self-confidence and self-empowerment
- Increased training efficiency by working closely with supervisor and coworkers, asking questions, and giving honest, detailed feedback
- Shadowed senior team members to learn all related jobs.
- Gained understanding of teaching procedures by closely monitoring education styles and interactive processes.
Internship Student
Pims Hospital
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Attended training to acquire and maintain technical knowledge of ASD in adults and children
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records
- Assisted in organizing a fundraising event for adults with ASD.
- Supported adults with ASD in preparing products to be sold at the event.
- Helped conduct a fair with stalls showcasing and selling their products to raise funds, while working under the supervision of a psychologist.
- Liaised with community partners to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Specialized Honours - Psychology
York University
05.2023
Skills
- Data collection
- Treatment Planning
- Behavioral Interventions
- Conflict resolution
- Strong communication
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Statistical Data Analysis using SPSS
- Survey Design Assistance (REDCAP, Metricwire)
- Informed Consent Documentation
- Literature Reviews
- Information Auditing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Behaviour Therapist
Rock-Reach Out Centre for Kids
06.2024 - Current
Behaviour Therapist
Oakwood Academy
01.2024 - 06.2024
Behaviour Therapist
Synergy Kids, Oakville
10.2023 - 03.2024
Behaviour Therapist
Progressive Behaviour Solutions (PBS)
05.2023 - 10.2023
Behaviour Therapist- Volunteering/Trainee
Turning Point- Children's Therapy and Development Centre
12.2022 - 02.2023
Research Assistant
BAC (Behavioural Alcohol and Cannabis) LAB
04.2022 - 05.2024
Research Assistant
DESROCHER LAB
08.2021 - Current
Trainee
Peace By Peace
09.2020 - 05.2021
Internship Student
Pims Hospital
10.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Specialized Honours - Psychology
York University