Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
OfficeManager

Joanne Hitzfeld

Guilford,CT

Summary

Office Manager at Prism Autism Education & Consultation with strong organizational skills and a commitment to exceptional customer service. Successfully streamline office operations, while effectively managing scheduling and supply inventory. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and foster a collaborative environment, ensuring compliance with ethical standards in all practices.





Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Office Manager

Prism Autism Education & Consultation
05.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate office operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to policies.
  • Manage scheduling for daily client appointments.
  • Oversee inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary supplies for staff and clients.
  • Maintain training materials for new staff, improving onboarding experience.
  • Handle sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provide exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls and in person.
  • Oversee facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.

Registered Behavior Technician

Area Cooperative Educational Services
08.2004 - 05.2022
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance developmental skills in children with autism.
  • Developed engaging activities that promote social interaction and communication skills among clients.
  • Ensured compliance with ethical standards and regulatory requirements in all applied behavior analysis practices.
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
  • Conducted behavioral assessments, documenting progress and adjusting strategies as needed.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistency in behavior intervention approaches.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on therapeutic techniques and best practices in behavior management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Guilford High School
Guilford, CT

Skills

  • Office management
  • Organizational skills
  • Administrative support
  • Mail handling
  • Scheduling
  • Office administration
  • Employee supervision
  • Supply management
  • Facility management

Certification

Registered RBT Certification.

Timeline

Office Manager

Prism Autism Education & Consultation
05.2022 - Current

Registered Behavior Technician

Area Cooperative Educational Services
08.2004 - 05.2022

High School Diploma -

Guilford High School
Joanne Hitzfeld