Katana Merkel

• Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
• Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
• Promoted safe environment, ensuring adherence to agency policies and procedures.
• Used CentralReach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
• Maintained accurate records, contributing to overall success of treatment plans.
• Supported smooth transitions between activities during therapy sessions, minimizing disruptions and maximizing productivity.
• Increased client engagement by employing creative and age-appropriate activities during sessions.
• Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.

• Maintained accurate data collection on client progress, enabling effective analysis and modification of treatment plans as needed.
• Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
• Utilized discrete trial teaching methods to break down complex tasks into manageable steps for clients'' learning success.
• Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout therapy sessions.

•Care and education of a 4 and 2 year old. Keeps the rooms and play areas neat tidy. Transports children to and from local activities, and plans the children's daily schedule.

•Homeschooled at preschool and kindergarten level both children ensuring developmental and education goasl.

•Planned, supplied, and organized, daily art projects along with teaching a of of material.

•Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.

• Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.

•Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.

• Facilitated creative expression through arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and fine motor skills development for up to 8 children ages 6-15.
• Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
• Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
• Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
• Continuously expanded knowledge of child development through professional resources and training, ensuring the implementation of best practices in daily care.
• Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
• Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
• Traveled with Theater company for the duration of contract and maintained duties for the entire period.