Community Services Advocate and Planner

WENDY SALINGER

Community Services Advocate and Planner

*************@******.*** 310-***-**** Fillmore, 93015 SUMMARY

Dedicated professional with 20+ years of experience in child development and special needs support. Proven ability in program management, behavior consultation, and service coordination, including developing intervention plans, training staff, and conducting assessments. Expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs). Eager to leverage extensive experience in advocacy and planning to enhance community services and support vulnerable populations. WORK EXPERIENCE

SPECIALIST/ RECREATION LEADER THE CITY OF TORRANCE 11/2002 – 06/2012, Torrance

Facilitated an after-school program designed to enhance social skills for children with special needs. Managed educational tutoring sessions and led recreational play and activities. BEHAVIORAL THERAPIST (RBT) FIRST STEPS FOR KIDS

05/2015 – 07/2018,

Provided early intervention services in behavioral therapy for children with special needs. Applied principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy. Executed intervention plans and goals, delivering in-home and classroom services to foster independence across life domains.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT (BII) TORRANCE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Delivered in-classroom behavioral therapy support for students with special needs from kindergarten through twelfth grade.

Provided classroom instruction, cultivated social skills, and implemented one-on-one behavior intervention utilizing ABA principles and procedures.

BEHAVIOR CONSULTANT SPECIAL NEEDS NETWORK

10/2021 – 12/2022,

Authored behavior assessment reports.

Developed and implemented behavior intervention programs. Conducted training for Behavior Technicians (BTs) and provided parent guidance. Analyzed client data to inform treatment strategies. Supervised Behavior Technicians and managed caseloads. PROGRAM MANAGER INTERCARE THERAPY

12/2022 – 05/2023,

Generated comprehensive reports and designed program curricula. Facilitated training for Behavior Technicians and educated parents on therapeutic techniques. Interpreted and analyzed client data.

Provided supervision and mentorship to Behavior Technicians. Developed and managed Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Coordinated multidisciplinary care for clients.

Ensured fidelity of implementation through Inter-Observer Agreement (IOA) measures. Conducted client assessments and managed case files. SERVICE COORDINATOR TRI-COUNTIES REGIONAL CENTER

09/2023 – 06/2024,

Coordinated specialized intervention services for families. Managed caseloads and facilitated the creation of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs). Applied Person-Centered Thinking and approaches in all service delivery aspects. CLINICAL COORDINATOR SUPERVISOR BEHAVIOR TREATMENT ANALYSIS 06/2024 – Present,

Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).

Writes and reviews behavior assessment reports.

Develops and refines behavior intervention programs. Trains Behavior Technicians (BTs) and provides parent education. Analyzes client data to track progress and adjust interventions. Supervises Behavior Technicians and oversees their clinical work. Develops and implements Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Coordinates client care with other service providers. Ensures fidelity of treatment through Inter-Observer Agreement (IOA). Reviews and approves client assessments.

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE

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Completed emphasis in Creative Writing.

MASTERS - SPECIAL EDUCATION ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

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Completed emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis.

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