ABA therapist moving back to NYC-- to families and consultants/schools

[Guest guest]

Greetings,

my name is Bruce Bushway, a psychology graduate from

Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Im

returning again to NYC to work with families and children with

autism. If you or someone you know if seeking help, feel free to

contact me via email or by phone. I have worked with autistic

children in both the home and academic settings. While attending

GVSU I completed their autism practicum under Dr. Amy s,

worked with a 5 year old boy whom at the time was a client of Dr.

Carl Sundberg, in addition to ABA experimental lab work and research

while a student at Central Michigan University. The practicum at

GVSU emphasized on incidental and discrete trial training. Please

contact me for further info. regarding other past and present

experience. I would love the opprotunity to discuss further your

organization. I look forward to speaking with you.

sincerely,

B. Bushway

2540 Crescent Street Apt. 2 Astroria, New York 11102

(616) 405 6535 aireannon@...

OBJECTIVE: To facilitate autism awareness in research and

intervention over educational and home settings.

PERSONAL STYLE: Integrative/ creative and structured environments.

CORE COMPETENCIES: Directing procedures, systematic protocols and

cultivating group dynamics.

EDUCATION:

January 2001 - April 2004

Grand Valley State University, dale, MI.

Degree: Bachelor of Science – Psychology

Autism Practicum: Directed and managed various learning and

behavioral procedures and modules applied to children with ASD ages

3 through 8 years old. Implementation of new procedures and modules

were also administered and directed under ABA protocol for the

facilitation of verbal, social, and emotional development. One

child was elected as a participant in a case study and poster

presentation. Reported to Dr. Amy s, Autism Practicum

Administrator. Reported to Elenbaus, Autism Curriculum

Administrator for the Ottawa Area Center (OAC), dale, MI.

August 2000 - December 2000

Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Degrees: Fall semester undergraduate status

Laboratory studies: Conducted various procedures and batteries

utilizing ABA methodologies using experimental and control study

rats as research subjects.

Reported to Dr. Albert Neal, Experimental Psychology Administrator.

August 1997 – June 2000

Northwestern Michigan College, Traverse City, MI.

Degrees: Associates of Arts

Internship: Probate Court – Conducted assessment interviews for

court ordered minors.

Reported to Professor , Social Work Administrator.

EMPLOYMENT:

June 2001 – January 2004

Autism intervention – Private Tutor

Glen Arbor, MI.

Provided services by administrating ABA and various methodologically

based procedures and modules for a 7-year-old boy with autism for in-

home based intervention. Programming was overseen by Dr. Carl

Sundberg during initial stages of intervention. Maintained active

support and consultation with the family regarding child's

developmental progress.Core objective was to promote and maintain

independent verbal and social skills.

March 2000 – August 2003

Eldercare and Mobile Doctors – Certified Nurse Aide (CENA)

fort, MI.

Performed all duties under the protocol of a CENA for the in-home

health care needs of the elderly, physically and mentally disabled.

Reported to Director of Nursing (DON)

December 1998 – March 2000

Green Field Farms (AFC) – Program coordinator and Resident supervisor

Traverse City, MI.

Responsible for up to 30 residents with various cognitive and

emotional deficits. Managed daily living schedules and activities

in addition to various tasks such as cooking, transportation to

medical appointments, drug administration and group field trips.

Core objective was to facilitate independent living skills in an

assisted living environment.

Reported to Frasier (AFC) Home Administrator.

March 1998 – December 1999

Tendercare Nursing Home – Certified Nurse Aide (CENA)

Traverse City, MI.

Managed residents in their daily living needs and activities.

Provided domestic, medical and emotional support for residents

suffering various physical and mental challenges. Performed all

duties under CENA protocol. Core objective was to facilitate the

independent living of the elderly. Reported to Director of Nursing

(DON)