Summer Cushman
1080 Silver Lake Dr., Sacramento,CA
Summary
Experienced professional in child and adolescent development. I graduated from California State University, Sacramento, in the winter 2024 with a BA in Child and Adolescent Development, with an emphasis on Social and Community Contexts. I have almost three years of experience in the field providing comprehensive therapy to special needs children, working with many different backgrounds. I want to use my experience to work with the community and help foster a safe and nurturing environment for cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development, as well as focus on ethnic and gender equity and inclusion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Worker
UCP Sacramento
07.2023 - Current
- Provided temporary relief and support to primary caregivers of individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or special needs
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration
- Maintained a safe, positive, and engaging environment for clients
- Monitored and documented client progress, behavior, and health status, reporting any concerns to primary caregivers or supervisors
- Planned and facilitated recreational activities tailored to individual client needs and preferences
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
- Adapted care plans based on the specific needs and preferences of clients
Senior Registered Behavior Technician
Kyo Care
03.2022 - Current
- Provided direct one-on-one behavioral therapy to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disorders
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Collected and recorded data on client progress, behavior, and response to interventions using standardized methods and tools
- Used Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills
- Assisted in conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and contributed to the development of treatment plans
- Collaborated with families, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure consistency in behavioral interventions across settings
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical standards in all interactions with clients and their families
- Have had RBT credential for three years
Afterschool Staff Volunteer
Sacramento 4th R Program
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Observe the classroom for any needs to be attended to
- Assist with classroom activities
- Plan and implement my own project on utilizing dialogic reading strategies paired with an arts and crafts activity
- The project was based on empirical research that shops how this type of intervention strategy can help children of the preschool and kinder age range to promote social emotional development
Algebra/Math Tutor
Liberty High School
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Assist students in the classroom when needed during class sessions
- Assist students with homework and practice tests
- Lead in study session with groups of multiple students to prep for upcoming tests
Backstage Manager
Volunteer Parents of the Arts
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Led my team in ensuring performances went on in an organized and safe manner
- Set up the set and scenery during performances
- Solved issues, kept the children calm, and made sure they were on their cues during rehearsals and performances
- Helped children with fast costume changes
- Worked as backstage manager for 6 successful productions that all ran for two weeks
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development with an emphasis on social and community contexts
California State University, Sacramento
12.2024
Skills
- Organization
- Customer service
- Teamwork skills
- Problem-solving
- Patience
- Active-listening
- Reliable
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Works well under pressure
- Experienced in Docs
- Experienced in Word
- Experienced in Slides
- CPR and AED Certified
- RBT Certified
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Emotional support
- Self-care encouragement
- Special needs experience
- Individualized care plans
- Family collaboration
- Confidentiality adherence
- Planning activities
- Assistive technology
Awards
- The California Scholarship Federation and the National Honor Society for 5 years
- Awarded the National Society of High School Scholars award in 2019
- Dean's Honor roll at Sacramento State for 6 semesters
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Afterschool Staff Volunteer
Sacramento 4th R Program
08.2024 - 12.2024
Respite Worker
UCP Sacramento
07.2023 - Current
Senior Registered Behavior Technician
Kyo Care
03.2022 - Current
Algebra/Math Tutor
Liberty High School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Backstage Manager
Volunteer Parents of the Arts
09.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelors of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development with an emphasis on social and community contexts
California State University, Sacramento
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