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Britany Litchfield

West Springfield,MA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Day Habilitation Specialist 2 at Viability, skilled in crisis intervention and life skills training. Successfully enhanced client independence through tailored support and behavioral assessments. Proven team leader with exceptional record-keeping abilities, fostering positive environments for individuals with special needs. Committed to empowering clients to achieve their goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Day Habilitation Specialist 2

Viability
West Springfield , MA
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducted assessments of participants' needs and helped developed strategies to meet those needs.
  • Responded promptly and appropriately to any crisis situations involving clients.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Supported patients in crisis prevention, intervention and resolution.
  • Assisted individuals in developing and refining life skills such as hygiene, communication, problem-solving, money management, and interpersonal relationships.
  • Trained newly hired employees regarding company policies and operations.
  • Oversee a small team for performance of work.
  • Recorded and filed paperwork into the computer system.

Life Skills Specialist 1

Viability
West Springfield , MA
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Conducted assessments of clients' behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and physical abilities.
  • Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
  • Monitored client progress towards established goals on a regular basis.
  • Assessed client needs and assisted therapists in developing plans.
  • Maintained teaching and prompting of daily living skills and individualized goals.
  • Conducted assessments and trials for each individual.

Life Skills Support Professional

Viability
West Springfield, MA
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
  • Promoted independence by teaching adaptive daily living skills related to self-care needs.
  • Assisted in the development of daily living skills for individuals with special needs.
  • Provided positive behavioral support and interventions to members.

Developmental Specialist

Sunshine Village
Chicopee, MA
05.2013 - 06.2021
  • Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
  • Promoted independence by teaching adaptive daily living skills related to self-care needs.
  • Assisted in the development of daily living skills for individuals with special needs.
  • Took individuals out into the community for social experiences.
  • Provided Safety Care when needed during behavioral episodes.
  • Instructed clients in daily living skills such as hygiene, nutrition, money management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chicopee High School
Chicopee, MA
06-2009

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Life skills training
  • Behavioral assessments
  • Record keeping
  • Team leadership
  • Data entry
  • Positive behavior support
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to lift
  • Word documentation
  • Excel

Certification

  • Safety Care
  • CPR/First Aid

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Day Habilitation Specialist 2

Viability
08.2023 - Current

Life Skills Specialist 1

Viability
07.2022 - 08.2023

Life Skills Support Professional

Viability
07.2021 - 07.2022

Developmental Specialist

Sunshine Village
05.2013 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Chicopee High School

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