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Alex Ramsdell

Ellensburg,WA

Summary

I didn't expect to work with the disabled community when I was younger, but I fell into it when I turned 18 and I've learned so much since. I've learned how to redirect behaviors, the different ways people can communicate, what stimming is and how fun it is! I've also learned that some of the therapies we provide today for disabilities are still harmful and that more advocacy is needed - but all too often our advocacy can lead to us speaking over the voices of those we're trying to help most. Advocacy can take another form though - it can look like teaching a person to advocate for themselves or it can look like fighting society until it is ready to listen to other kinds of voices.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nanny

Private Care
01.2023 - Current
  • Supervised daily activities, ensuring children's safety and well-being.
  • Created structured routines that enhanced time management and discipline.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.

Behavior Technician

Carpe Diem Academy
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted medical professionals such as SLPs, OTs, and BCBAs to provide treatment to clients aged approximately 5-12.
  • Communicated in a variety of ways with clients including spoken language, PECS, and using communication devices.
  • Kept a daily schedule per client to keep them attending to their classes, peer groups, and therapeutic sessions while also getting my ABA programming done.
  • Detailed the accounts of each day for both insurance purposes and parent communication inclusion.

Behavioral Technician

JF BCBA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance clients' behavioral skills and promote independence.
  • Collaborated with BCBA to assess client progress and adjust interventions as needed.
  • Monitored clients during therapy sessions, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Maintained accurate data collection on client progress, enabling effective analysis and modification of treatment plans as needed.
  • Reduced problem behaviors by teaching clients appropriate coping strategies and replacement behaviors.

Behavioral Technician

Autism Learning Partners
01.2020 - 01.2020
  • Implemented PECs communication
  • Documented client behaviors and progress, providing detailed reports for analysis and review.
  • Facilitated communication between families and treatment teams to support client goals effectively.
  • Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout therapy sessions.

Behavior Technician

Center for Autism & Related Disorders
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Monitored student progress and documented behavioral data for analysis and reporting purposes.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff regarding student behavior and progress.
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
  • Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.

Skills

  • Communication
  • Report writing
  • De-escalation
  • Redirection
  • Advocacy
  • Rapport building
  • Accommodation assistance

Certification

NPI 1619456480

2018-08-12


CBT CB60904481

2019-08-08 - 2024-04-12


BCAT

2019 - 2021


RBT 20129301

2020-23-07 - 2022-23-07

Interests

My favorite parts of the jobs I've had have always included the different communication styles that I have incorporated throughout the years I have experience in basic ASL, PECs, and various communication devices This has pushed my interest in pursuing more experience relating to SLP work


I have spent the past few years in various online disability groups ranging from general disabilities to more specific ones that I was personally working with or interacted with in my personal life These communities have provided me with unique perspectives, new ideas for accomodations, and an even greater push towards improving what I can

Timeline

Nanny

Private Care
01.2023 - Current

Behavior Technician

Carpe Diem Academy
01.2021 - 01.2022

Behavioral Technician

JF BCBA
01.2020 - 01.2021

Behavioral Technician

Autism Learning Partners
01.2020 - 01.2020

Behavior Technician

Center for Autism & Related Disorders
01.2018 - 01.2019

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