Joseph G. Gallego

Provide support, teach school programs, shape behaviors, & take data at alternate/after-school center for children with Autism.

Implement individualized behavior intervention plans to support client development.

Community habilitation & social guidance for young-teenage male with Williams Syndrome. I assist in bringing him to & coordinating his activities/different public places to spend time, fostering social interaction and community/peer engagement.

Alternate day school where I taught children with Autism their programs and helped to maintain a schedule, while engaging in appropriate behaviors. Multiple students throughout the day.

Monitored and recorded client progress using data collection methods and behavioral analysis tools.

Day time center for young adults with Autism. Here, I was a 1-on-1 individual support staff for a 28 year old male, helping with his daily schedule while providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to maintain his composure and emotional regulation.

Individual community habilitation support staff for young adult male with Autism. Assisted in developing individual care plans tailored to specific needs and goals of client.

Chaperone for afterschool and evening programs/events at the Boys and Girls Club.

Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.

Program and Recruitment Assistant.

I mentored young children during afterschool hours and weekends while demonstrating respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Managed communications between children, participants, peers, and parents to foster community involvement and support.