JOHANNA AUTEN
Redondo Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic Direct Support Professional and ASL Specialist with a proven track record at Lutheran Social Services of Southern California. Expert in American Sign Language and self-motivated problem solver, enhancing communication for individuals with disabilities. Successfully implemented person-centered approaches, fostering inclusivity and understanding in diverse environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional/ASL Specialist
Lutheran Social Services of Southern California
Pasadena, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Support adult individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities using person-centered approach.
- Recorded clinical documentation of client’s response to the support being provided.
- Taught ASL to clients in person and via Zoom.
Volunteer Interpreter
Faithful Central Bible Church
Inglewood, CA
01.2015 - Current
- Interpret part of the worship service.
Behavior Technician
Stepping Stones Group
Culver City, CA
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Implement behavior and treatment plans.
- Provides direct behavioral intervention to individuals with ASD utilizing ABA methodologies and strategies.
- Records data and data clinical documentation on client’s response to intervention.
- Worked with Deaf/Hard of Hearing clients who used ASL to communicate.
Volunteer Interpreter
Faithful Central Bible Church
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Interpret part of the worship service.
Volunteer Interpreter
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
01.2018 - 2018
- Educated parents of Deaf children on services provided by Greater Los Angeles Advocacy for the Deaf Incorporated.
- Facilitated multilingual communication during church services to enhance community inclusivity.
- Interpreted sermons and teachings for diverse congregational members to ensure understanding.
- Provided interpretation for GLAD Inc. staff at multiple community events, fostering engagement.
Volunteer Interpreter
California Department of Rehabilitation
Inglewood, CA
05.2003 - 2003
- Facilitated communication as volunteer interpreter for job fair hosted by California Department of Rehabilitation.
- Interpreted sermons and teachings for diverse congregation members, enhancing understanding and engagement.
Volunteer Interpreter
California Department of Rehabilitation
Westchester, CA
04.2003 - 2003
- Facilitate communication as volunteer interpreter for two staff meetings.
Volunteer Interpreter
N/A
Hollywood, CA
03.2003 - 2003
- Facilitate communication for Deaf actors and actresses through interpretation during film production
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA12.2019
Associate of Science Degree - Sign Language Interpreter Training
El Camino College
Torrance, CA05.2003
Skills
- Self-motivation
- Problem solving
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- American Sign Language
Timeline
Direct Support Professional/ASL Specialist
Lutheran Social Services of Southern California
04.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Stepping Stones Group
02.2023 - 03.2024
Volunteer Interpreter
Los Angeles Unified School District
01.2018 - 2018
Volunteer Interpreter
Faithful Central Bible Church
01.2017 - 01.2020
Volunteer Interpreter
Faithful Central Bible Church
01.2015 - Current
Volunteer Interpreter
California Department of Rehabilitation
05.2003 - 2003
Volunteer Interpreter
California Department of Rehabilitation
04.2003 - 2003
Volunteer Interpreter
N/A
03.2003 - 2003
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
California State University Northridge
Associate of Science Degree - Sign Language Interpreter Training
El Camino College