AUTUMN WILLIAMS
Fort Meade,MD
Summary
Passionate and reliable Psychology Associate develops customized treatment plans to meet unique client needs. Provides evidence-based care with careful examination of relevant characteristics. Empathetic communicator helps clients understand treatment purposes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychology Associate
Providence of Maryland
05.2024 - Current
- Promoted a supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Maintained strict confidentiality standards in accordance with ethical guidelines and legal requirements, ensuring the protection of sensitive client information.
- Implemented tailored client behavior plans to ensure positive changes in daily routines and overall wellbeing.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Delivered psychoeducational workshops aimed at building resilience, coping skills, and self-awareness among participants.
- Developed effective rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds, tailoring treatment approaches to suit individual needs and circumstances.
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
- Facilitated successful transitions between care providers by maintaining comprehensive documentation on client progress.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while balancing administrative responsibilities such as report writing and billing tasks accurately and effectively.
Student Analyst
Positive Behavior Supports
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained detailed documentation on client progress, treatment adjustments, and other relevant information to ensure continuity of care across all service providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.
- Communicated effectively with team members, ensuring consistency in approach and alignment of goals across all providers.
- Collected and analyzed data to monitor client progress and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Supported clients in meeting their individual objectives through consistent evaluation and tailored interventions.
- Trained staff on effective behavior management techniques, improving client outcomes and staff confidence.
- Coordinated with other professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers to provide a holistic approach to care for clients.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
Registered Behavior Technician
ABLE Kids
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2019
Skills
- Individual Therapy
- Psychological Testing
- Adult psychology
- Behavioral assessment
- Active Listening
- Data Collection
- Rapport Building
- Behavior monitoring
- Behavior Observation
- MANDT Training
- HIPAA Requirements
- Behavioral Health
Affiliations
- Human Rights Committee
- EDIJ (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Justice) Recommendations Task Force
- Risk Management Committee
Timeline
Psychology Associate
Providence of Maryland
05.2024 - Current
Student Analyst
Positive Behavior Supports
10.2021 - 06.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
ABLE Kids
11.2019 - 10.2021
Master of Arts - Applied Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Psychology
Liberty University
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