Zachary Brickner
Tiffin
Summary
Dedicated Therapeutic Program Worker specializing in individualized care planning and behavior management. Proven ability to enhance client independence through effective support and community engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Therapeutic Program Worker
Tiffin Developmental Center
Tiffin
09.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
- Facilitated group activities that enhanced social skills and fostered community engagement among clients.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance independence and dignity.
- Monitored client progress and reported observations to the treatment team.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support services.
- Provided emotional support to clients, helping them navigate challenging situations and transitions effectively.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions.
- Trained new staff on therapeutic techniques and client care protocols.
- Conducted community outreach to raise awareness of available resources for at-risk youth, connecting them with essential support services.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately and timely according to agency standards.
- Participated in weekly clinical meetings to discuss case management strategies for clients.
- Supported clients in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, parenting, nutrition, hygiene.
- Coached clients on social skills development and problem solving techniques.
- Developed behavior plans for clients based on their individual needs.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to positive change through reinforcement of appropriate behaviors.
Lead Teacher
Brickner Childcare LLC
Tiffin
10.2021 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated interactive classroom activities that increased student participation and enhanced learning outcomes.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student performance and understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching strategies and share resources.
- Managed classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a supportive and constructive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide updates on student progress and engage them in classroom events.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster community involvement and student engagement.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Collaborated closely with other childcare professionals such as speech therapists or psychologists.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to any emergencies or difficult situations that arose during childcare sessions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Collaborated with local organizations to provide resources for single-parent households such as job assistance programs and childcare facilities.
- Remained knowledgeable about current childcare practices and standards; attended training sessions when available.
- Developed methods of instruction related to finance, nutrition and childcare class objectives.
- Participated in professional development activities related to advances in the field of Special Education.
- Supported special education programs by providing accommodations for special needs students.
- Attended meetings regarding IEPs for special education students.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding best practices in special education services.
- Supported special education teams by providing input into Individual Education Plans.
- Managed class of special education students in the absence of lead teacher.
- Conducted research into emerging trends in special education services delivery models.
Driver Installation
J.B. Hunt
Clyde
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Operated box truck for timely local deliveries and pickups.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and records for tracking purposes.
- Managed loading and unloading of cargo to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm delivery schedules and routes.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safe driving practices and procedures.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime on the road.
Factory Production Worker
Owens Corning
Tiffin
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Operated manufacturing equipment to produce fiberglass insulation products.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and improve production efficiency.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols, ensuring compliance and safety awareness.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisors for timely resolution, minimizing downtime.
- Trained new staff members on proper machine operation techniques.
Army Specialist E-4 Watercraft Operator
U.S Army
Norfolk
11.2011 - 11.2015
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team performance and outcomes.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines, ensuring all tasks were completed on time.
- Developed process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed project timelines and resource allocation effectively.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Led group projects and activities that fostered teamwork and strengthened collaboration among peers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grove City High School
Grove City, OH05-2009
High School Diploma -
Southwestern Career Academy
Columbus, OH05-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Terra State
Fremont, OHSkills
- Autism support
- Care planning
- Therapeutic plans
- Behavior management
- Progress monitoring
- Documentation support
- Collaborative treatment
- Group facilitation
- Classroom management
- Community outreach
- Assessment progress
- Electronic charting
- Client relations
- Parent communication
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Child Development Associate Certificate
Timeline
Therapeutic Program Worker
Tiffin Developmental Center
09.2025 - Current
Lead Teacher
Brickner Childcare LLC
10.2021 - Current
Driver Installation
J.B. Hunt
10.2019 - 10.2021
Factory Production Worker
Owens Corning
02.2016 - 10.2018
Army Specialist E-4 Watercraft Operator
U.S Army
11.2011 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Grove City High School
High School Diploma -
Southwestern Career Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Terra State