Overview
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Melanie Dispirito

Pitt Meadows,BC

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Support and Recovery Specialist

Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
02.2022 - Current
  • Assessed eligibility and coordinated accident benefit claims under relevant insurance legislation and regulations
  • Developed and managed individualized recovery and return-to-function plans in collaboration with customers, healthcare providers, and internal stakeholders
  • Applied evidence-based practices in disability and injury management, with sensitivity to trauma and mental health impacts
  • Interpreted medical and financial information to support recovery goals and determine appropriate benefits
  • Communicated complex insurance, medical, and legal information clearly and compassionately to diverse audiences
  • Identified and responded to barriers to recovery, including potential fraud indicators
  • Maintained accurate, timely documentation and prioritized a high-volume caseload effectively
  • Participated in case conferences, coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, and contributed to continuous process improvement

Program Supervisor

Kindergarten Readiness Program
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Developed individualized behavior management intervention plans and goals for each client in a classroom setting
  • Analyzed data to determine the efficacy of intervention plans
  • Managed cases for several students of diverse needs and abilities in a classroom setting and their relevant files
  • Collaborated with parents and other multi-disciplinary professionals (SLP, OT, PT, etc.) to determine and develop goals
  • Coordinated and facilitated monthly parent meetings to discuss the student's progression/regression of goals
  • Coached team members on effective communication methods when interacting with clients or other departments.
  • Utilized problem-solving techniques to resolve conflicts within the team environment.
  • Monitored progress of projects and provided guidance to team members as needed.

Junior Behaviour Consultant

Semiahmoo Behaviour Analysts Inc.
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Builds relationships with individuals of various needs and abilities in a one-to-one environment within a home setting
  • Conducted behavioural assessments and collected data to monitor progress and inform treatment adjustments
  • Collaborated with senior consultants, families, and support teams to deliver effective, evidence-based interventions
  • Analyzed data to determine the efficacy of intervention plans
  • Supported skill-building in areas such as communication, social interaction, and daily living
  • Provided consultation for caregivers/clients regarding services and benefits available
  • Organized and scheduled meetings for each case on a needs basis
  • Provided onboarding and ongoing training for members on each case
  • Engaged in continuing education to further develop case and behaviour management skills

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education (Applied Behaviour Analysis)

Arizona State University
01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Early Learning

Simon Fraser University
01.2017

Advance Certificate - Disability and Applied Behaviour Analysis

Douglas College
01.2016

Timeline

Senior Support and Recovery Specialist

Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
02.2022 - Current

Program Supervisor

Kindergarten Readiness Program
09.2021 - 02.2022

Junior Behaviour Consultant

Semiahmoo Behaviour Analysts Inc.
01.2019 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Early Learning

Simon Fraser University

Advance Certificate - Disability and Applied Behaviour Analysis

Douglas College

Master of Arts - Special Education (Applied Behaviour Analysis)

Arizona State University
Melanie Dispirito