Eileen Morris
Centerville ,MA
Summary
Skilled, compassionate Behavior Coach experienced in direct support for individuals diagnosed with autism and other learning or social challenges. Specialized in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD and anxiety-based disorders. Reliable in using safe, evidence-based practices and utilizing ABA principles under supervision of BCBA. Collaborative with full treatment team and parents. Innovative thinker and highly adaptable. Passionate autism and disability advocate championing for agency and autonomy above all, for all.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychometrician + Therapeutic Mentor
Cape Cod Psychology
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Work closely with PsyD./Clinical Director to conduct psychometric testing
- Interpret psychometric results with PsyD to pinpoint the appropriate, data-driven diagnosis using DSM-V guidelines
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment
- Identified psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results and recommended improvements
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Translated technical terminology and jargon into plain, clear language.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from suicidal ideation or crisis
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients
- Co-led and designed weekly women's support group for current CCP clients
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
ABA Tutor- Partner Program, Barnstable District
New England Center For Children
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Supportive of an inclusive culture celebrating the diversity of NECC’s employees, families, and students
- Successfully trained on and completed deescalation programs CALM Verbal and CALM Physical twice
- Used quick thinking and sound judgment in crisis or instances of challenging behaviors to ensure classroom safety
- Provided 1:1 care in Barnstable District NECC Partner Program subseparate classrooms as well as mainstream classrooms among general school populations throughout the day
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
- Acquired baseline data and implemented approved programs using behavioral technology appropriately, neutrally, and consistently.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement
- Observed and trained on how to conduct snd collect data using preference assessments
- Implement NECC curriculum and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions individual to each student according to individual Behavior Management Guidelines
- Attended mandatory NECC trainings on ABA principles such as functional analysis and deescalation strategies
- Was the first ABA Tutor in Barnstable District's Partner Program to "float" to all participating Barnstable schools, spanning a population ages 3.9-22 years of age, and regularly worked two or more different classrooms per week depending on staffing and student support needs
- Provided comprehensive treatment by working in close collaboration with multidisciplinary team of professionals, including individual classroom Lead Teacher and BCBA
- Monitored and documented progress using NECC-generated platform, ACE
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors
- Collaborated with Lead Teacher and BCBA weekly to strategize and discuss how best to support student success
- Maintained neutrality when supporting students during challenging behaviors
Program Coordinator + Residential Manager
Cape & Islands Cognitive Behavioral Institute
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Supervised up to 6 Behavior Coaches at a time via weekly supervision meetings wherein client goals and assessments were discussed and implementation was collaboratively planned
- Wrote clinical goals, aided in treatment plans with relevant stakeholders
- Tracked client goals and progress daily via Therap Services
- Audited Behavior Coaches activity and output on Therap Services to ensure continuity of care
- Lead daily meetings with Behavior Coaches to discuss individual and group client dynamics relevant to their specific goals
- Networked daily within the Falmouth/Upper Cape area to promote ASPIRE program Mission and vision
- Created "live" individual weekly schedules for each client that were shared with stakeholders/parents and managed access so that relevant parties could edit, add, or ping parts of client schedules, for medical appointments, illness, vacation time, etc.
- Collaborated on ABA submissions for insurance reimbursement
- Managed a small caseload of children with OCD while utilizing Exposure and Response Prevention therapy
- Provided clients and stakeholders with overview of ERP therapy and data-driven, verified research to demonstrate its effectiveness in regards to OCD behaviors and beliefs
- Kept in daily contact with clients and stakeholders, usually parents, and used active and empathetic listening to provide optimal feedback on client progress
- Attended daily supervision with Clinical Director and delegated emergent issues, concerns, and opportunities to relevant parties
- Formed, managed, and maintained professional relationships with clients, Behavior Coaches, families, and community partnerships
- Managed and scheduled weekly activities for ASPIRE Residence which housed 5 males on the autism spectrum
- Acted as a liaison and designated point person between and for parents, providers, clients, coaches and Clinical Director
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
- Conducted daily inspections of building for security purposes and identified issues requiring immediate resolution.
Direct Support Professional
Transitions Centers, Inc.
09.2018 - 03.2019
- In 1:7 staff-to-client ratio setting
- Experience with 1:1 clients for a period totaling 5 months
- Prepare Group discussions for 8 groups (75 people total) to facilitate group discussion about diversity, self-advocacy, coping and social skills, and American Sign Language
- Drives clients to and from and participates in a range of diverse activities including community volunteering, dance, art programs, theatre, team and interactive sports and games, and so on
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Gained a wealth of knowledge in the areas of autism and non-verbal communication/ASL
- Ensures safety in all interactions inside Transitions building and in the community
- Promotes self-awareness of behavior to foster accountability and independence
- Within three months of hire, took on role as fundraising coordinator for administration while still functioning as Day Service Professional
- Keep accurate data sheets detailing and recording behavior occurrences specific to individual
- Grasped new materials, processes and programs quickly to maximize performance
- Completed training courses in de-escalation and behavior to build understanding of autism
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Updated patient files with emergent behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Writer and Photographer
Edible Cape Cod
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Conduct open and confidential interviews with story sources
- Write innovative stories about local food happenings around the Cape Network with various industry leaders and experts to gather multiple perspectives on issues
- Introduced fresh and new angles on previously-reported material to update and inform readers
- Captured visual content and edited general assignment stories for multiple platforms
- Proofread materials from other writers to ensure that writing was free of mistakes in terms of spelling, punctuation, grammar usage and context.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
- Incorporated review comments and corrections into existing documentation.
- Built, established and maintained relationships with sources.
- Consulted with customers to understand project requirements and purpose.
- Completed accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UMASS Lowell
05.2025
Psychology
Cape Cod Community College
1.2011
Therapy
Berklee College of Music- Music
11.2006
Skills
- A gifted creative and clinical writer with an ever-expanding curiosity to explore the scientific and
- Intuitive facets of the psychological field Compassionate and driven and well-versed in autism,
- OCD/ERP and children's needs
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Instructional Strategies
- Emotional Support
- Crisis Situations
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Inclusion
- Adaptive Learning
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Community Mental Health Programs
- ABA Techniques
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Positive Learning Environment
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
ABA Tutor- Partner Program, Barnstable District
New England Center For Children
11.2022 - 04.2023
Psychometrician + Therapeutic Mentor
Cape Cod Psychology
07.2020 - 10.2021
Program Coordinator + Residential Manager
Cape & Islands Cognitive Behavioral Institute
04.2019 - 07.2020
Direct Support Professional
Transitions Centers, Inc.
09.2018 - 03.2019
Writer and Photographer
Edible Cape Cod
05.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UMASS Lowell
Psychology
Cape Cod Community College
Therapy
Berklee College of Music- Music
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