Andrea Gere
Washington
Summary
Dynamic BCBA with extensive experience as a clinician, clinic director and state director. Skilled at development of FBA, intervention implementation, de-escalation and crisis management. Proven track record in effective communication, in enhancing service delivery efficiency and improving patient care strategies. Skilled in data collection and analysis, fostering professional development, and creating supportive environments that boost staff retention and client outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BCBA
Independent Contractor - Self Employed
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted behavioral assessments to identify individual needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to enhance clients' adaptive skills and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with families to provide training and support, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions based on data analysis and behavioral observations.
- Developed instructional materials that facilitate skill acquisition for clients with diverse needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in behavior analysis.
- Trained direct support staff in applied behavior analysis principles, contributing to improved service delivery and consistency across team members.
Director of Clinical Operations
Total Care ABA
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Opened two successful ABA centers (Jasper, IN and Washington, IN)
- Oversaw clinical operations to ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies.
- Developed and implemented operational processes to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Mentored clinical staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas for improvement in patient care strategies.
- Completed intake assessments for new clients and established their goals and interventions before handing cases off to other BCBAs. Covered caseloads for BCBAs as needed
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, optimizing operational expenditures across programs.
- Led quality assurance initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices in clinical services.
- Managed crisis situations effectively as they arose; swiftly identifying root causes, formulating action plans, executing decisive action steps to resolve issues, and prevent recurrence.
- Improved staff retention by creating a supportive work environment and providing ongoing training opportunities.
- Interviewed, hired and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
State Director - Indiana
Spring Health Behavioral Health
06.2014 - 11.2020
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance ABA services across state programs.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff, enhancing clinical skills and service delivery.
- Analyzed program outcomes, driving continuous improvement in service quality and effectiveness.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to expand service reach and accessibility.
- Oversaw compliance with state regulations, ensuring best practices in behavioral health delivery.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Developed and implemented policies to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align resources with organizational goals.
- Managed budgeting processes to ensure financial sustainability of state operations.
Clinician/Area Supervisor
SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
06.2014 - 11.2020
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate integrated care and improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered evidence-based therapeutic interventions, enhancing clients' coping strategies and emotional resilience.
- Advocated for patients' needs within the healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary resources and services.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, attending conferences and participating in continuing education opportunities.
- Provided supervision to all area clinicians, setting appropriate expectations, providing ongoing traing while maintaining an open door policy.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
08-2023
- Awarded Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
05-2020
- Dean's List Every Semester
- Awarded Psychology Student of the Year
- Magna Cum Laude overall
- 4.0 for Psychology Classes
Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
07-2019
- 4.0 GPA
Skills
- Augmentative and alternative communication
- Parent and caregiver training
- Natural environment teaching
- Performance feedback and supervision
- Behavior intervention planning
- Reinforcement systems design
- Verbal behavior training
- Functional behavior assessment
- Data collection and analysis
- Administration and management
- Trauma-informed care
- Effective communication
Certification
- BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- Licensed Behavior Analyst
- Current CPR certification
- Safety Care Trainer
- Trauma Informed Clinician
- Experienced in many software platforms including CR and Hi-Rasmus
Timeline
BCBA - Independent Contractor - Self Employed
09.2024 - Current
Director of Clinical Operations - Total Care ABA
08.2023 - 09.2024
State Director - Indiana - Spring Health Behavioral Health
06.2014 - 11.2020
Clinician/Area Supervisor - SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
06.2014 - 11.2020
Spalding University - Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology
University of Southern Indiana - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Florida Institute of Technology - Certificate, Applied Behavior Analysis