Samantha Donohue
Wilmington,DE
Summary
Hard working, dedicated, team oriented and compassionate BCBA with experience in creating effective behavioral intervention strategies. Proficient at performing comprehensive assessments to identify needs and develop individualize, evidence based treatment plans. Committed to advocate and collaborate with clients, families, and other providers throughout the treatment process for the well being of the clients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Manager/Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Brightbloom Centers
02.2016 - Current
- Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase client care standards and enhance operational procedures.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, families and clients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
- Delivered effective onboarding and training to new and existing employees and cross-trained staff members in other job roles to maximize coverage.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Developed and implemented evidence base treatment and behavioral intervention programs to improve outcomes of individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
- Interface with clinical team to evaluate and assess clients, create behavioral support plans and document progress
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Supervise behavioral technicians and ensured fidelity with behavior plans and interventions
- Conducted parent training sessions focused on teaching behavior management strategies.
ABA Behavior Therapist
Educational Alternative Services
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Performed behavioral therapy assessments and treatments in patients' homes without direct supervision.
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
- Provided comprehensive treatment by working in close collaboration with multidisciplinary team of professionals.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE01.2010
Skills
- Client Advocacy
- Treatment Planning
- Schedule Management
- Skilled in Intake Interviewing
- Client Intake
- Intervention Support / Planning
- Staff Supervision
- Training and Mentoring
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration/ Meeting
- Onboarding and Coaching
Certification
- BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Clinical Manager/Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Brightbloom Centers
02.2016 - Current
ABA Behavior Therapist
Educational Alternative Services
03.2014 - 03.2016
Master of Education - Special Education
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Wilmington University
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