Jamie Grayson
McKeesport, PA *****
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Work Experience
Substitute Teacher
McKeesport Area School District - McKeesport, PA
September 2020 to Present
perform the instructional and classroom duties. Following the instructions left by teacher on through the lesson plans. Taking attendance, helping with classroom work and maintaining proper behavior. Supervisor
Southwood Psychiatric Hospital IDD/ASD - Canonsburg, PA September 2017 to Present
Assisting in the care of children on the autism spectrum. Assuring safety and behavior management. Following the behavior plans implemented by psychologist. Personal Care Assistant
Pace School - Pittsburgh, PA
September 2016 to Present
Follow the behavior support plans as provided by the teacher or behavior support staff. Provide support to students attending inclusive regular education classes, assisting to students physical, personal, and academic needs.
Care Attendant
Upmc - McCandless, PA
March 2016 to Present
Provide basic care to patients as well as assist with daily activities they might needed assistance with. Assist nurses with basic needs for patient
Counselor
Maxim Healthcare
August 2011 to October 2011
Monitoring patient's behavior
Assisting nurses with patient's adl's
August 2011 - October 2011
• Developed and facilitated daily activities for students who are deaf.
• Responsible for enhancing appropriate social skills.
• Taught and modeled necessary life skills.
• Coordinated and facilitated weekly meetings between unit staff, teacher, and therapist. Family Coordinator
Touching Families, INC
September 2010 to March 2011
Assists families with Children, Youth and Services, CYF in closing open cases.
• Coordinates family group conference to develop a family plan of action.
• Assists families with daily living skills such as paying bills, grocery shopping, living arrangements, etc.
• Conducts weekly home visits.
• Connects families with in home services such as ACHIEVE, POWER (D & A), Catholic Charities, etc.. Behavior Specialist
Wilkinsburg Boro School District
August 2007 to September 2010
Managed student crisis situations through de-escalation techniques and strategies.
• Utilized positive behavior management strategies when intervening with students.
• Provided one-on-one consultation.
• Modeled positive behaviors and social skills at all times.
• Monitored data on individual students and updated records as needed.
• Maintained positive communication with parent/guardian. Mental Health Specialist
UPMC McKeesport Hospital
September 2003 to September 2007
Monitored location of patients on floor.
• Ensured patients' safety on floor.
• Wrote detailed progress notes on patients daily.
• Assisted in the planning and facilitation of daily activities. Alternative Education Instructional Aide
UPMC McKeesport Hospital
September 2003 to June 2005
Worked with students to address individual behaviors.
• Assisted teacher/s with day-to-day activities.
• Supported students with classroom assignments, both academic and behavioral.
• Participated in tutoring program.
Primary Youth Counselor
Holy Family Institute
September 1999 to June 2003
Developed and facilitated daily activities for students.
• Responsible for enhancing appropriate social skills.
• Taught necessary life skills.
• Coordinated and facilitated weekly meetings between unit staff, teacher, and therapist. Counselor
Allegheny Academy
September 1997 to June 1999
Tutored and supported students with reading and math skills.
• Modeled positive behaviors for youth enrolled in program.
• Assisted in the development of appropriate social skills and life skills based on individual student needs.
• Transported students daily to and from program.
Education
BS in Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
August 2017 to December 2018
Associate in liberal arts
Wilberforce University - West Mifflin, PA
2014 to 2016
Skills
• Behavior Management
• Autism Experience
• Experience Working With Students
• Child & Family Counseling
• Group Therapy
• Tutoring
• Meeting Facilitation
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Special Education
• Social Work
• Addiction Counseling
• Teaching
• Behavioral Health
• Crisis Intervention
• Mental Health Counseling
Certifications and Licenses
Driver's License