Sheryl Welch

Working with students with Autism from a variety of different age categories. Shaping behaviors and assisting with skill acquisition plans and teaching specific behavior skills that are called for in treatment plans—nurturing students' social skills.

• Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
• Supported clients'' academic success through implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies aligned with their individual learning needs.
• Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board at all times during practice.
• Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
• Conducted functional assessments to identify triggers and develop targeted interventions for challenging behaviors.
• Conducted detailed behavioral assessments to inform tailored intervention strategies, fostering positive outcomes.
• Utilized technology and software for behavior tracking and analysis, improving precision of interventions.
• Fostered positive learning environment, applying ABA principles to reduce challenging behaviors effectively.
• Engaged clients in social skills groups to boost their interaction capabilities, promoting better social integration.
• Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior support plans under supervision.
• Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desirable behaviors, contributing to significant client progress.
• Improved client's daily living skills with personalized training sessions, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
• Maintained meticulous records of client progress, enabling data-driven adjustments to treatment plans for optimal results.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase verbal behavior, enabling clients to communicate needs more effectively.
• Promoted generalization of learned behaviors across various settings, ensuring clients' success beyond clinical environment.
• Provided crisis intervention as needed, ensuring client safety and continuity of care during critical incidents.
• Guided families and caregivers in applying behavior intervention strategies, strengthening support networks for clients.
• Ensured compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality requirements, safeguarding client trust and security.
• Supported clients in developing coping mechanisms, empowering them to manage stress and anxiety more effectively.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic, client-centered care plans, ensuring comprehensive support.
• Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of latest ABA techniques, ensuring highest standard of care.
• Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
• Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Charted on each patient daily.
• Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.

Working with students with Autism from a variety of different age categories. Shaping behaviors and assisting with skill acquisition plans and teaching specific behavior skills that are called for in treatment plans—nurturing students' social skills.

• Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
• Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
• Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
• Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
• Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
• Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
• Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
• Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
• Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
• Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
• Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
• Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
• Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
• Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
• Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
• Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
• Integrated creative problem-solving methods into therapy sessions to foster critical thinking abilities among clients facing challenges in everyday situations.
• Facilitated generalization of learned skills across various environments by collaborating with educators, therapists involved in clients'' care networks.

Worked as a traveling hospice CNA caring for families and patients who were transitioning through end of life care.

• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
• Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
• Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
• Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.