Kathleen Garvey

• Enhanced student emotional well being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
• Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of all students.
• Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe and included in the classroom.
• Boosted children's social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
• Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy and kindness in daily interactions.
• Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities that encouraged collaboration and communication.
• Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
• Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
• Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.

• Collecting and recording data accurately and efficiently utilizing Central Reach data collection software
• Communicating clearly and effectively - both orally and written - with clients, families, and colleagues
• Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
• Contributed to a supportive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, resources, and feedback with fellow therapists.
• Demonstrated professionalism through punctuality, effective time management skills, and reliable attendance at work-related events such as meetings or trainings.
• Supported clients in achieving personal goals, providing consistent encouragement and celebrating milestones.
• Increased client engagement during therapy sessions with creative activities tailored to their interests and abilities.
• Facilitated group sessions for clients, promoting socialization and reinforcing positive behaviors among peers.
• Continuously educated family members about the principles of ABA therapy, empowering them to support their loved ones'' progress at home.
• Handled sensitive information confidentially according to HIPAA guidelines while maintaining client files accurately up to date

• Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and monitoring progress.
• Provided crisis intervention support during challenging situations, ensuring safety for all involved parties while effectively managing disruptive behaviors.
• Provided one-on-one support for children with autism spectrum disorder, enhancing their communication and social skills.
• Implemented social skills groups for clients to practice peer interactions in a structured setting, increasing opportunities for successful relationships outside therapy sessions.
• Assisted clients in achieving milestones through consistent reinforcement strategies and data-driven decision making.

• Developed and implemented individual education plans (IEP), as required by regulatory guidelines
• Recognized signs of being potentially violent and severe emotional distress in students and applied techniques of crisis intervention
• Recognized the physical and behavioral indicators of child abuse and neglect and knew rights and responsibilities regarding reporting
• Partnered with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, address concerns, and collaborate on strategies for success at home and in the classroom.
• Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
• Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
• Provided emotional support to students and families.
• Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.

• Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
• Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.

• Prepared and held all IEP, 504, ESOL, CELLA, MTSS
• Counseled students with learning, physical, social and emotional problems through conferences held with students off the basis of teacher, parents, principal or self-referral
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date permanent record folders
• Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
• Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
• Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
• Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.

• Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
• Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
• Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
• Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
• Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
• Advocated for clients in legal settings, ensuring their rights were protected and voices heard.
• Facilitated workshops on life skills, contributing to improved self-sufficiency of clients.
• Managed crisis situations with empathy and professionalism, ensuring client safety and continuity of care.
• Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.

• Sought and obtained community opportunities for cultural and recreational participation and safely transported youth to and from locations.
• Created monthly newsletter to keep the families in the community informed and engaged about upcoming activities and initiatives.
• Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich the youths lives.
• Conducted post-event evaluations to gather feedback, leading to continuous improvement in event planning and execution.
• Fostered sense of belonging and community among participants by initiating and leading regular social groups and clubs.
• Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading diverse recreational activities tailored to participants' interests and abilities.
• Boosted participant satisfaction with creative theme-based activities, ensuring memorable and engaging experience.
• Maintained thorough documentation of attendance records, incident reports, and other pertinent information related to each participant''s experience within the program.
• Facilitated communication between participants and their families, ensuring consistent updates on involvement levels and achievements within the program.
• Fostered a sense of belonging among participants through regular recognition of achievements during group gatherings and celebrations.
• Coordinated with other entertainment venues to create joint promotional events.
• Promoted physical wellness through the implementation of group exercise classes tailored to various ability levels.
• Managed budgetary constraints effectively by identifying cost-efficient activities and materials.
• Developed strong relationships with community partners, expanding available resources for program offerings.
• Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
• Prepared rooms, equipment and supplies and maintained clean activity area to foster welcoming environment and maximize participation.
• Encouraged, supported and helped youth with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
• Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
• Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
• Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships.
• Enhanced youths self-esteem by implementing confidence-building activities and group discussions.
• Developed strong rapport with youths, fostering open communication and trust for effective counseling sessions.
• Organized educational outings to broaden youths horizons and stimulate curiosity about new experiences.
• Delivered engaging group sessions on relevant topics such as bullying prevention and substance abuse awareness.
• Implemented peer mentorship program, pairing younger adolescents with older mentors for guidance and support.
• Strengthened family bonds by offering family counseling sessions tailored to address specific relational issues.

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