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[Dione Costanzo]

Dr. Glen Davies "News From the Field" Presented by the ABA Support Network

At our June 8 meeting, Dr. Glen Davies, Director of ABLE Developmental Clinic, will present on 2 important new developments in the field and leave time open for general questions and answers.

1. NAC National Standards Report

2. Pacific Autism Family Center

3. Questions and Answers

1. National Standards Report:

The National Autism Center is a not-for-profit center for autism in the United States committed to evidence-based practice. In September 2009 the NAC published their exhaustive review of the treatment literature for children with autism spectrum disorder. This review relied on the expertise of nearly 100 respected researchers in the field of autism, including Gina Green and Tristan Smith, and reviewed more than 7000 studies including over 1000 for detailed analysis. They rated studies on pre-established criteria of scientific merit and described the level of evidence for each of the common and not so common treatments for ASD, classifying them into the categories of: Established Treatments, Emerging Treatments and Unestablished Treatments. See how ABA compares to other approaches. Find out what level of evidence there is for ABA (and other treatments) for children of different ages, diagnostic classifications, specific skills increased, and behaviors decreased.

2. Pacific Autism Family Center:

Two years ago Premier Campbell announced the creation of a center of excellence in autism in British Columbia and committed $20 million. Another $14 million has been committed by private individuals to make this center a reality. Dr. Davies has been participating on an advisory group and as an invitee for discussion of specific topics. He will discuss the rationale for the center, progress towards building the structure, progress towards operational development, and an idea of potential benefits and risks.
3. Questions and Answers:
Dr. Davies would be pleased to respond to questions regarding the Autism Standards, Pacific Autism Family Center, or any other topics of interest.

Date: June 8, 2010
Time: 7-9pm
Location:Surrey Sport and Leisure Centre, Fraser Hwy and 160 St.

Please visit http://www.abasupportnetwork.com for our complete calendar.

[Janet Toye]

Just a correction about the online auction from the parents of Group ABA Children's Society, a non profit preschool for children with autism. When registering to make a bid, you select your own password and user name. Please check out all the items up for bid under http://www.bidraiser.org and click on Group ABA Children's Society. Some of the great deals available are grocery and restaurant gift cards to an one night stay at an bed and breakfast. The online auction closes on Friday, June 11th at 5PM. The auction is open to everyone but any prizes must be picked up from Vancouver or by self addressed stamped envelope. Thanks for your support.

[Leah Mumford]

Posting on behalf of a parent:
Are you interested in joining a great team of experienced therapists, to work with a bright, funny, and truly one-of-a-kind 7 year-old boy? We are hoping to add to our well-established team in South Surrey. Ideally, you would be interested in doing some training over the summer so that you could start running your own after-school sessions in September. The program focuses on building social skills, teaching leisure activities and developing self management abilities. Shifts run approximately 3:30 – 5:45. We will need to fill 2 afternoons a week, with one being a Friday, and the other is to be determined shortly. You would also need be available for monthly team meetings, which occur on the 2nd Friday of the month, from 3:30 to 6. Experienced therapists preferred. Our team is under the supervision of our BCBA Consultant, Liana Maione, and our Program Supervisor, Leah Mumford. If interested, please contact mummyx2@hotmail.com. Thank you!

[Stella Li]

Posted on behalf of a lady looking for support group:

Married to a man with Asperger's.
Looking for support from people in similar situation.
Willing to start a group.

Please contact soniamacnair@hotmail.com

[Nancy Walton]

South Surrey White Rock Toddlers

I have a therapist who may take my son to school every morning (in September) and then will be available to work by 9am in the S.Surrey area. She has worked with us for 4 years and plans to eventually work in the Surrey School district as an ABA support Worker. She is available in mid June, as that is when she graduates.

e-mail me at wiklo@shaw.ca if you need a morning therapist.

OR, e-mail me if you have a therapist who might be interested in getting early morning ABA hours (7:30 – 8:40).

[Dineesha Suri]

Preschool Aide (SEA) required in Langley

A preschool aide is required for a 4 year old child diagnosed with Autism.

Duration: Sept 2010 to June 2011
Hours: Mon, Wed & Fri 9.00AM to 12.00AM

Preschool is located in Willoughby Heights, Langley.

Previous experience as an aide/SEA in school setting is an asset but not essential. Those who have completed a SETA program are encouraged to apply.

Preschool aide is required to:
– Provide one on one support in the preschool following the guidelines of the behaviour consultant
– Attend bi-weekly team meetings
– Receive training in the home setting during the summer before the start of the preschool
– Join the home ABA therapy team and be available for at least one shift per week

Applicants should be 19 years or older and should provide current and clear criminal record check. Commitment for the full school year is essential.

Salary is negotiable and will be based on previous experience.

Please send you resume or any inquiries to Dinesha at rivineth@gmail.com

[Janet Toye]

Parents of Group ABA Children's Society, a non profit preschool for children with autism, are having an online auction. Please see http://www.bidraiser.org and click on Group ABA Children's Society to view the items ranging from restaurant gift cards to an one night stay at and bed and breakfast. To place a bid, you must register and the user name is Janet_Toye and password is BlueApples. The online auction closes on Friday, June 11th at 5PM. The auction is open to everyone but any prizes must be picked up from Vancouver or by self addressed stamped envelope. Thanks for your support.

[Grace Khanansho]

SEA with ABA experience needed for a 5 year old boy entering grade 1. The position would begin full-time in September, but candidate must be able to participate with the home team during the summer. If interested, please email me at gkhanansho@yahoo.ca.

[Susie Morantz]

ABA THERAPIST NEEDED IN RICHMOND!!!

We have an opening for an experienced ABA therapist who is fun, engaging and energetic to join our 4 year old son's in-home ABA program in Richmond! He is a fun, social, little guy who is verbal, loves people and learns fast! Our program has been in place for two years and is under the supervision of our Behavioral Consultant, Michele Shilvock and Harmony House. If you love kids, have great play skills, are responsible and dependable and can commit to 5-10 hours per week, then please join our team.

You will work one-on-one with our son with a focus on peer play facilitation and advanced social skills including material from Michelle Garcia Winner. Therapy will take place both in our house and in the local community.

All training will be provided on site with ongoing monthly supervision. This is a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills. You must be at least 19 years old and have a criminal record check completed prior to starting.

We would prefer experienced applicants, but will accept inexperienced applicants, and will pay appropriately.

Available shift times from July to September are:
Tuesday from 3:30-6:30pm
Wednesdays from 9:00am-12:00pm OR 3:30-6:30pm
Saturdays from 1:30-4:30pm
Sundays from 1:30-4:30pm
And our mandatory team meetings are on bi-weekly Mondays from 2:30-3:30pm

Please email Susie at asd.richmond@gmail.com to apply & make a difference in a child’s life.

[Leah Mumford]

Posting on behalf of a family:

A family in Central Surrey area is looking for an instructor to work with their 5 year old son. The student is non verbal, and the program is focused on teaching PECS, functional life skills, and behavior management. The team is supervised by Leah Mumford and Liana Maione. Sessions are currently 4:00-6:00 pm, with the opportunity of weekend respite, as well.

Please contact Leah @ leahmumford@gmail.com if interested. Thank you!

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