Mariah Prag

• Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
• Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
• Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
• Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.

• Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
• Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
• Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
• Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.

• Plan and implement different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of students, and provide for basic needs such as diapering and meals, while maintaining positive relationships with both students and families.

Built rapport with students to create safe and trusting environment for care. Supervised daily activities in and out of classroom, provided structure, behavior-modeling, transportation, and medical needs.

Provide care, guidance, meals, structure, medical support, and assistance with ADL's for adults living with HIV, dementia, and in-home hospice.