Jayden Apollon

As a trained Behavior Technician I implemented ABA in supporting clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors, as well as providing crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies. During a session I observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement. Throughout this time I maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates and reported them to my BCBA at the end of the session.

In my time as a Behavior Technician I,

• Facilitated and lead group therapy and activity sessions between 5 to 20 kids at a time
• Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition or obtain treatment history.
• Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
• Participated in continuing education and in-service training to advance skills.
• Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
• Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.
• Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.

During my time as the Human Resources Assistant at Autism Allies I processed paperwork associated with personnel transactions such as promotions or terminations, developed recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for open positions. Reviewed and processed payroll-related actions to drive data accuracy and comply with company policy and federal and state regulations. Conducted exit interviews with departing employees to gather feedback about their experience with the organization as well as initialized background checks for potential new hires. I also updated the existing employee database filing system from paper to digital. My time in this position made me proficient in time management and meeting deadlines under a heavy work load, as well as strengthening my preparation and presentation skills.

As a retail associate on third shift I managed the entire property alone throughout the night, assisting customers in finding products, answering questions, and made product recommendations as well as maintained store appearance by stocking shelves, organizing merchandise displays, and cleaning counters, floors, and windows. A sizable part of my job was greeting customers and providing excellent customer service, resolving customer complaints and assisting customers by phone regarding store operations, products, promotions and orders. I also conducted and assisted with trainings of new employees going over safety policies while handling hazardous materials or chemicals and ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures.

As a secondary tutor to a family of three children I am responsible for the academic success of my clients. Academically I observe and improve each child's study skills, organizational techniques, time management strategies. I like to provide individualized lesson plans that cater to each childs unique personality and interest as well as integrate a mix of technology and traditional methods of learning like the use of pen and paper, worksheets and physical games and devices like toys etc. I regularly communicate with parents regarding the performance of their children and consult them on the importance of maintaining a positive home environment by setting clear expectations and rules for behavior.

As a caregiver my responsibilities are comprised of before and after school prep like preparing lunch for school and after school snacks and dinner at night while adhering to nutritional and allergenic restrictions of each child. Monitoring and aiding with the children's morning and night routines, maximizing organization and efficiency. Carrying out housekeeping duties related to the care of the children. Maintaining and administering medications and vitamins to the children who need them.