Michelle Cummings

• Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify strengths , needs, and plans to promote student success.
• Developed individualized positive behavior support plans based on assessment results.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic support to meet student needs.
• Trained and supervised school staff in applied behavior analysis techniques and best practices for consistent service delivery.
• Implemented data collection protocols to measure progress and adjust interventions accordingly.

Contributions:

• Internal coach with the Pennsylvania Autism Initiative
• Internal coach for the Positive Behaviors Interventions and Supports program
• Collaborated with the IT department to develop data tracking program to input and graph data immediately
• Wellness Committee team member

• Researched and conducted assessments for new and existing clients to develop the best plans of care.
• Provided clinical oversight and supervision to existing and onboarding staff.
• Evaluated effectiveness of programming to make updates and changes as appropriate.
• Consistently analyzed data regarding client outcomes, staff productivity, clinic needs, and made changes accordingly.
• Completed ongoing trainings and evaluation of all staff and programs.
• Maintained communication with administration to adhere to financial and company plans.
• Audited documentation and files to adhere to State and Insurance guidelines.
• Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
• Note: On Medical Leave April 2023-Feb 2024

• Coordinated services and programming for Licensed private school serving students with special needs.
• Developed and conducted clinical trainings to improve interventions.
• Collaborated with professionals within area school districts and agencies to best serve the needs of students.
• Compiled and analyzed treatment outcome data and risk assessments to make recommendations as appropriate.
• Directed and assisted in the implementation of new programming.
• Consulted with upper management regarding policies and procedures implemented within the school to execute with proficiency.
• Managed budgets and resources effectively, resulting in cost savings without sacrifice to quality of care.
• Promoted from Clinical Supervisor to Clinical Director June 2016
• Certified Trainer through Crisis Prevention Institute to train onboarding staff, problem solve concerns, provide yearly trainings June 2012-Nov 2017

• Provided psychological evaluations for children and young adults.
• Completed assessments with children, families, physicians, and treatment teams to provide accurate diagnoses and make treatment recommendations.
• Collaborated with families and service professionals regarding implications of various diagnoses and effective forms of treatment.
• Provided follow up regarding interventions, progress, areas of need, and recommendations.