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Emily Hargis

Oregon City,OR

Summary

Experienced BCBA and executive operations leader who has evolved from overseeing clinical teams and services into leading organization-wide operations. For the past three years, have served as an Executive Director overseeing multiple departments, staff, and the daily operations of a growing organization. Experienced in staffing, scheduling, team development, performance management, workflow improvement, customer relations, and strategic planning, with a proven ability to identify challenges, build effective systems, and lead teams toward organizational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

Neurodivergent Facility
Tigard, OR
09.2021 - Current
  • Evaluated and enhanced workflows, implementing best practices to reduce costs and boost staff motivation.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with community organizations.
  • Engaged clients to identify needs and expectations, enhancing service delivery.
  • Directed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficient processes.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to subordinate managers, fostering a cohesive management team.
  • Conducted performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback for improvement opportunities.
  • Hired and onboarded team members to address immediate and projected demand.
  • Delegated responsibilities, setting clear priorities and goals for staff.
  • Coordinated schedules for multiple departments to ensure efficient resource allocation.
  • Prepared work schedules and assigned specific duties to team members.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution discussions to promote effective communication and collaboration. related to overlapping appointments and resources.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new staff on scheduling processes and tools.
  • Managed appointment calendars, prioritizing urgent requests and deadlines.
  • Facilitated regular meetings to align team goals with organizational objectives, improving collaboration.
  • Utilized strong verbal communication skills to effectively determine customer requirements.
  • Responded promptly to all customer inquiries regarding availability or schedule changes.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Mental Health Therapist

Wolf Pack Consulting and Therapeutic Services, LLC
Beaverton, OR
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Facilitated individual sessions to support client emotional wellbeing.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and identified client goals.

Personal Sabbatical

Career break
07.2021 - 09.2021

Briefly returned to Michigan for family leave.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Early Autism Services
Portland, OR
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective behavioral treatment.
  • Create treatment plans using the assessment of basic language and learning skills (ABLLS) and the assessment of functional living skills (AFLS).
  • Interpreted data to create individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
  • Reference and use various therapy techniques of applied behavior analysis, including discrete trial teaching, incidental teaching, differential reinforcement, and functional communication training.
  • Work with parents, teachers, speech pathologists, occupational therapists and paraprofessionals to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school.
  • Organized treatment projects to enhance problem-solving skills and foster creative thinking.
  • Provided Telehealth services to clients remotely.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst/Floor Supervisor

Early Autism Services
Beaverton, OR
12.2019 - 06.2021
  • Worked directly with students and discussed behavioral goals and implementation of behavior intervention programs.
  • Implemented and maintained intervention plans through effective consulting skills.
  • Collected data via direct student observation and consultation with parents/caregivers.
  • Modeled appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Facilitated staff meetings to develop effective behavioral skills and systems.
  • Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués and reports to facilitate student learning.

Lead Behavioral Therapist

Early Autism Services
Southgate, MI
11.2016 - 01.2020
  • Implemented replacement behavior skills for anger management, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills.
  • Supervised line therapists assigned to same clients to ensure consistent and effective implementation of treatment plans.
  • Initiated and organized social skills groups to help clients apply new skills in public settings such as gymnastics, gardening club, easter egg hunts, and amusement park outings.
  • Provided therapy in client homes and familiar environments to enhance comfort and engagement in treatment.
  • Created behavior intervention plans for clients in a typical classroom setting.
  • Assisted in developing obtainable, measurable goals for individualized education plans.
  • Documented client behaviors and treatments to track progress and support families in achieving measurable goals.
  • Collected and recorded data on client behavior for analysis. and summarized data on client behavior and assisted family with applying treatment and behavior reduction protocols.

Substitute Teacher

JoBrighton Skills Center
Wyandotte, MI
08.2015 - 10.2016
  • Instructed students in fundamental and advanced concepts, fostering a strong foundation for future learning.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop educational plans, enhancing support for diverse learners.
  • Helped learners of all abilities build learning and study skills to promote life-long educational goals.
  • Taught life skills to students ages 16-26, including transportation, laundry, baking, cleaning, and budgeting, to promote independence.

Camp Counselor

Camp Fire Alaska
Anchorage, AK
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Participated in camp-centered activities, including canoeing, swimming, camping, horseback riding, and cooking, while ensuring safety and engagement for up to 40 native alaskan campers.
  • Explained principles, techniques, and safety requirements of activities, ensuring participant safety and enhancing enjoyment.
  • Traveled to remote villages to implement organized, diverse recreational programs, enriching experiences for children aged 3-16.

Education

Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05-2019

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology And Biology

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
12-2014

Skills

  • Behavioral management techniques
  • Treatment planning
  • Client-centered planning
  • Program development strategies
  • Organizational leadership
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Schedule management
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership development
  • Strategic planning
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Workflow optimization
  • Employee performance management

References

Jessica Nadeau BCBA, MA

  • Email: jessicanadeau@gmail.com
  • Phone number: (734)759-7395

Nicole Bommer BCBA, MA

  • Email: nbommer11@gmail.com
  • Phone number: (734)272-1160

Caren Riggle

  • Email: ceriggle55@gmail.com
  • Phone number: (734)752-0093

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Wolf Pack Consulting and Therapeutic Services, LLC
09.2022 - 12.2022

Executive Director

Neurodivergent Facility
09.2021 - Current

Personal Sabbatical

Career break
07.2021 - 09.2021

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Early Autism Services
01.2020 - 07.2021

Board Certified Behavior Analyst/Floor Supervisor

Early Autism Services
12.2019 - 06.2021

Lead Behavioral Therapist

Early Autism Services
11.2016 - 01.2020

Substitute Teacher

JoBrighton Skills Center
08.2015 - 10.2016

Camp Counselor

Camp Fire Alaska
06.2015 - 08.2015

Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis

Ball State University

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology And Biology

Central Michigan University
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