Curriculum Vitae

Chikondi Saiwa, BCaBA

August *th, 2011

Personal History:

Address:

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Oldsmar Fl 34677

Phone:

727-***-****

Email Address:

abolw9@r.postjobfree.com

Educational History:

Master of Science Psychology, Applied behavior analysis, Kaplan University

October 2012

BA, Psychology, Argosy University May 2010

BBA, Hospitality Management, Schiller international university 2005

ABA Professional developmental courses, Florida Institute of Technology

2008

Professional Certifications:

Board certified associate Behavior Analyst, Behavior Analyst Certification

Board, (2008-current)

Awards/Honors:

International hospitality Award

CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE BEHAVIOR ANALYST

ABS Valdosta. (March 2011-present)

Provided 1 on 1 therapy for children and by autism and other

developmental disabilities in family homes. Supervise tutors

implementing verbal behavior skill acquisition Implementing skill

acquisition and behavior reduction programs. Collected data on skills

and problem behaviors in order to make program decisions. Implemented

feeding programs and toilet training programs based on the principles

of Applied Behavior Analysis. Utilized task analyses a ABBLLS

functional communication and teach independent skills such as dressing

and social skills. Trained new staff on principles of Applied Behavior

Analysis and verbal behavior teaching techniques. Wrote Behavior plans

Conducted MCAS alternate assessment) for students.

CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE BEHAVIOR ANALYST

HARC/ABS/ALL About Behavior, Homosassa FL, 2010- March 2011

. Developing formal behavior plans for assigned Residential programs in

accordance with 65g-8.

. Implemented feeding programs and toilet training programs based on

the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis

. Responsible for attending LRC meetings when assigned consumers are up

for review

. Monitor residential plans and procedures regularly, making necessary

adjustments and data based decisions.

. Responsible for monthly documentation of services in form of monthly

summaries and graphical displays.

. Provide staff trainings

. Ensure writing and data collection, and overall implementation of

behavior services.

. Monitor Data upkeep, collection, recording monitoring and graphing

displays and other related data.

. Assist with coordination of related services: medical, psychiatric,

physical therapy, speech therapy.

. Provide behavior oversight for assigned homes.

. Assist with compliance with outcomes as stated on individual support

plans

. Coordination with other agencies when needed for behavior services.

. Assist with on call emergency situations

. Insure consistency with Day program behavior plan

. Utilized task analyses to teach independent skills such as dressing

and feeding.

Early Intervention Autism Clinic, St Petersburg Fl ( Feb 2009- June 2009 )

Provided 1 on 1 therapy for children and adults affected by autism and

other developmental disabilities in an intensive residential setting.

Implemented skill acquisition and behavior reduction programs. Collected

data on skills and problem behaviors in order to make program decisions.

Implemented feeding programs and toilet training programs based on the

principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Utilized task analyses to teach

independent skills such as dressing and feeding. Trained new staff on

principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and teaching techniques. Wrote

Behavior plans Conducted MCAS alternate assessment) for students.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR(Behavior Intensive)

. UPARC, Clearwater, FL 2008 to 2009

. Provide direct supervision and guidance to assistant residential

Director, Residential coordinator and behavior home managers of behavior

intensive division

. Assisting the associate Executive director in assuring compliance

with APD, Medicaid waiver, core assurance standards

. Reviewing staff performance and compliance on a regular basis.

. Maintain Liaison with referring counselors and agencies.

. Ensure delivery of case management services to all assigned

consumers.

. Ensure all programmatic issues are being addressed and that staff

are maintaining proficiency in behavior assistant services and individual

support plans

. Supervise Data collection and implementation of consumer programing.

. Monitor compliance in all service area via mock surveys utilizing all

applicable standards.

. Ensure that writing Data collection, and overall implementation of

behavior services are being delivered in accordance with state rule and

monitoring plans and manage agencies crisis management.

QDDP- QUALIFIED DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY PROFESSIONAL

PARC, St Petersburg FL, 2007- 2008.

. Ensure Service Design and delivery of appropriate with the active

treatment program. Initiate assessment and goal selection process for

all assigned individuals and serves as Chairperson to Habilitation

plans. Assist in development of individual programs.

. Ensures consistency among programs and disciplines. Ensures any

discrepancy among disciplines is resolved.

. Ensure records and data are effectively maintained, followed up on

and reviewed on monthly and quarterly according to ICF/DD standards.

. Participate as an interdisciplinary member through representation in

safety, infection control accessibility, and human rights Advocate

committee as needed.

. Supervise and manage shift managers and resident training instructors

according to PARC policy and procedures, oversee accuracy of assigned time

sheets and obtains the approval for overtime hours.

. Provide initial and on -going staff development training to

facilitate the delivery of exceptional programs and staff involvement.

Act as a role model by supporting team atmosphere and presenting a helpful

and professional attitude towards interested parties in PARC

BEHAVIOR TECH II

PARC, St Petersburg FL, 2006-2007

. Completing behavior assessments.

. Completing behavior observations.

. Assisting with crisis mgt and reactive strategies.

. Running behavior interventions programs.

. Review challenging behavior incident reports.

staff training Data upkeep, collection, recording monitoring and graphing

GROUP HOME MANAGER

Learning Tree Inc., Mobile AL, 2001-2004.

. Taking overall responsibility for quality of care provided.

. Managing and monitoring budgets.

. Taking charge of purchasing products and services for the homes.

. Training, recruiting care workers.

. Develop initiatives to integrate and involve the homes into its local

communities.

. Working with other professionals in developing specialist services.

. Develop lesson plans.

GUEST RELATIONS MANAGER

The Meridian Hotels, Malawi Africa, 2000-2001.

. Liaises with other dept. heads to ensure operational challenges are

foreseen before reaching guests.

. Ensure a consistent, passionate and on brand service experience for

all our guests.

. Ensure seamless coordination of all rooms divisions dept. throughout

guest journey.

. Handles guest comments and ensures appropriate follow up.

. Manages the operation overnight performs credit check, prepares

reports and operations plans as necessary.

. Ensure appropriate standards of conduct dress uniforms hygiene

appearance of all dept. employees.

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Membership in Professional Associations:

Professional Member of the National Association for Behavior Analysis,

Current Member

Professional Member of the Florida Association for Behavior Analysis,

Current Member

Conferences Attended

Teaching Early to Advanced Language Skills to Children with Autism,

Jacksonville, FL (2009)

Florida Association for Behavior Analysis, Daytona Beach, FL (2009)

Florida Association for Behavior Analysis, Orlando, FL (2010)

Get Motivated! Motivational Seminar, Tampa, FL (2010)

Florida Association for Behavior Analysis, Daytona Beach, FL (2009)

References:

References available upon request

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