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Jaimie Nelson

Orange Park,FL

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic vocational and life skills coach with a strong background in empowering neurodivergent young adults to build independence, confidence, and workplace readiness. Skilled in individualized coaching, job placement support, social-emotional learning, and strengths-based development. Passionate about creating inclusive, supportive environments that foster personal growth and long-term success in employment and daily living. Proven ability to collaborate with educators, families, and community partners to ensure holistic and sustainable outcomes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Life Skills Coach & Vocational Trainer

Growing Together Behavioral Center
09.2022 - Current
  • Serves as a job coach and community support staff for GTBC’s vocational partnerships, including Publix, Agape Café, and the Jacksonville Jaguars' Delaware North team.
  • Works 1:1 and 2:1 with clients on job-readiness skills such as clocking in/out, inventory handling, food service support, and professional conduct.
  • Coaches clients through real-world challenges in public and semi-public work environments, promoting independence, confidence, and appropriate social interactions.
  • Adapts tasks to each client’s abilities and needs, using visual supports, verbal cues, and hands-on demonstrations to ensure successful participation.
  • Maintains close communication with onsite supervisors and GTBC clinical staff to document progress, resolve concerns, and foster positive employer relationships.
  • Delivers hands-on vocational coaching in both on-site and community-based supported employment settings, assisting clients with real-world job skills and workplace behaviors.
  • Participates actively in GTBC’s day training curriculum, helping clients generalize pre employment routines into structured job tasks and role-specific expectations
  • Supports classroom environments as needed, providing supervision and consistency for individuals requiring high levels of structure.

Registered Behavioral Therapist

Positive Behavioral Supports
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Provides 1:1 and small group ABA therapy to children and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities in both clinical and vocational settings.
  • Follows behavior intervention plans (BIPs) with fidelity, utilizing strategies such as errorless teaching, positive reinforcement, and prompting hierarchies.
  • Collects accurate data on skill acquisition and behavior reduction targets, contributing to goal progress reports under BCBA supervision.
  • Supports clients during daily transitions, hygiene routines, and community readiness activities in both structured and natural environments.
  • Maintains professional boundaries and ethical standards in accordance with BACB guidelines and GTBC’s trauma-informed model of care.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville

Associate of Arts -

Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville
01-2018

Skills

  • Collaboration with educators, case managers, and other providers
  • Cultural competency and neurodiversity-affirming practices
  • Workplace accommodations and advocacy
  • Life Skills Development
  • Cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care

Certification

Registered Behavioral Technician

RBT-21-196545

First Aid, CPR, AED

Seizure Safety

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Safety Care

Timeline

Life Skills Coach & Vocational Trainer

Growing Together Behavioral Center
09.2022 - Current

Registered Behavioral Therapist

Positive Behavioral Supports
08.2021 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

Florida State College At Jacksonville

Associate of Arts -

Florida State College At Jacksonville

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