[Wendy MacVinnie]

I would like some clarification on the use of ABA in schools please…

In my experience, I have always understood ABA to be the most renowned method of intervention for individuals with ASD.  This is evidence based practice and highly effective.  Someone has recently told me that ABA is effective only for teaching very specific behaviours in a closed setting.  They have said that ABA is not proven to generalize behaviours across settings or that these behaviours do not necessarily have functional value for the child’s communication and socialization.  This seems to be quite the opposite to my understanding of ABA.  I was also told that some ABA therapists are becoming more conscious of supporting functional and natural behaviours – I thought that this is what ABA is already doing.  I understood ABA to be so much more than just a model of teaching in closed settings.  Rather, I understood ABA to be useful in a variety of settings, with individuals as well as larger groups in classrooms.  I was directed to investigate the SCERTS Model   (Social Communication and Emotional Regulation with Transactional Support ) as an alternative to ABA.  I was told that the SCERTS model is a comprehensive framework for understanding and supported individuals with ASD – what do folks know about this?  Please respond with whatever knowledge that can point me to a better place of understanding.  Thank you in advance!    

 

 

 

[Wendy MacVinnie]

I am wondering if anyone has any tips / experience using an ipad to function as a portable visual schedule tool. Are there apps available that make this useful? I am hoping to create visual schedules and contingency maps for home, school, and outings for my 10 year old.

wmacvinnie@gmail.com

[Wendy MacVinnie]

BI wanted…
I am looking for a BI to work with my 10 year high functioning son. He is very fun and energetic, but usually needs support socially and emotionally. His at-home program focusses mainly on social communication. Training and supervision will be provided. Must have own vehicle and be willing to do outings. We live in the Port Coquitlam area. The ideal candidate would be someone who:
– has lots of energy and excellent communication skills
– has an outgoing, fun personality
– has previous experience working with children with special needs, ideally those on the autism spectrum, and those with challenging behaviours
– is able to commit to Tuesday afternoons (for approx 3 hours after school) and be available to do some additional shifts would be ideal
– can attend some team meetings
– is reliable and has a strong work ethic
– has a current criminal check
– is willing to provide a current copy of driver's abstract
– has current, related references

If you are interested, please reply to Wendy and include your resume. wmacvinnie@gmail.com

Only those c0nsidered for an interview will be contacted.

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