Madelyn Hager
Livonia,MI
Summary
Compassionate professional who is dedicated to providing individualized care to clients from diverse backgrounds. In collaboration with and under the supervision of a BCBA, I worked to create client-specific programs, datasheets, and protocols that focused on incorporating an assent-based approach to help clients meet their goals. I am dedicated to supporting my clients, their families, and my staff to ensure the most effective outcomes possible
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Behavior Consultant
Building Bridges Therapy Center
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced quality of care for clients through consistent monitoring, data analysis, and plan adjustments.
- Facilitated skill-building groups focused on social skills, emotional regulation, and problem-solving strategies for diverse client populations.
- Coordinated with caregivers to develop and implement strategies that complemented individual behavior intervention plans, promoting consistency across settings.
- Trained staff using BST on evidence-based practices for working with neurodiverse individuals, increasing the overall effectiveness of interventions.
- Served as a mentor for new hires within the organization, providing guidance on best practices while fostering a supportive team environment.
- Under the supervision of a BCBA, conducted regular reviews of progress data to make informed decisions about treatment modifications or potential discharge criteria for clients transitioning out of services.
- Maintained detailed documentation on all sessions, interventions, and communications related to each client case in accordance with ethical standards and company policies.
Direct Line Therapist
Building Bridges Therapy Center
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using evidence-based practices such as differential reinforcement and functional communication training.
- Contributed significantly to the achievement of agency performance objectives by consistently meeting or exceeding caseload requirements and productivity targets.
- Implemented evidence-based techniques to decrease challenging behaviors while promoting more effective replacements.
- Assessed clients' progress regularly, modifying therapeutic approaches as needed during session to ensure continued growth and improvement.
- Maintained detailed documentation of therapy sessions, tracking clients' achievements and progress towards individualized goals
- Facilitated social skills development in clients by modeling appropriate interactions and providing structured opportunities for practice.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Built rapport with clients, creating a trusting environment conducive to effective therapy sessions.
- Promoted independence in daily living activities by teaching adaptive skills tailored to individual client abilities and preferences.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12.2021
Skills
- Goal Setting and Monitoring
- Critical Thinking Abilities
- Caregiver and Staff Training
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
- Social Skills Development
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Effective Communication
- Evidence-Based Care
- Clinical Supervision
- Individualized Treatment Planning
Timeline
Associate Behavior Consultant
Building Bridges Therapy Center
01.2023 - Current
Direct Line Therapist
Building Bridges Therapy Center
01.2020 - 12.2022
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Eastern Michigan University
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