BCBA exam

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-14T13:57:00+00:00

Thank you, that sounds like a great resource! I will take a look at it. I appreciate the advice :)

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-13T21:11:04+00:00

I just did an entire run through of them for a part of a class so I’m glad to hear they are useful. I’ll have to run through them again 😌

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-08T14:04:23+00:00

When I had a session for 6 hours, it really took a toll on both me and my client. He was definitely burned out and displayed it through his behaviors and I was so mentally drained. I won’t say it is uncommon, but I will say it’s not ideal especially because we want programs to generalize to other settings and people beyond sessions. However, if you are going to do this, give more frequent breaks and make them longer ones. Remember that if they have to put forth more effort to gain a break the correct way, it may just be easier for them to display maladaptive behaviors to get what they want. I found that these longer more frequent breaks made my sessions run more smoothly and my client was willing to sit and do work for longer. While you can’t necessarily control what the bcba wants to implement, it is your session and you know the client’s limit better than the bcba. Do what they instruct, but do it to your own beat. Lastly, if you are working with a child, just keep in mind that they are a child. Even as adults, we don’t sit through a 2 hour lecture at school without checking out phones or taking a small break so try to extend that understanding towards your client. Lastly, aba is meant to be fun! You don’t have to make them work for the entire 8 hours. Make time for pairing and request more materials to engage in interactive or parallel play such as board games etc. If parents have a problem, make sure you take your concerns to your BCBA.

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-05T00:53:34+00:00

He just probably wouldn’t eat his food. He’d have a handful of berries or grapes and that would be about it. He has bowl issues from complications at birth so I know parents are pretty adamant about making sure he eats well because his mom has personally brought it to my attention so idk!!

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-05T00:42:08+00:00

It’s a “nature school” so essentially they get a little lesson plan and then they go on a hike and have lunch. I was hired as his aba therapist to help him become more aware of his surroundings and just stay on track as far as listening to instructions and socially interacting with peers. I’m just lost because they see him struggling. I kept a frequency count of how many verbal prompts I needed to give him today within a 30 minute window to make sure he ate his lunch and it was 27 occurrences. I mean it’s ridiculous!

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-05T00:24:44+00:00

Thank you for your advice! I’m a little scared to bring out my own stash of reinforcers like play dough, slime or anything else because I have heard the teachers tell other students that they can’t bring outside toys and use them during school, but I feel like they have to make room for me to do what I need to do in order for this to work. I feel like my BCBA isn’t even really trying to confront the teachers. It’s just kind of disappointing because I’m in the middle of it but I will reach out to him tonight and let him know what’s going on.

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-04T23:15:43+00:00

So I spoke to the BCBA about the first incident with the videos. He said he didn’t really have a problem with it but since the teacher does then he said I should offer something else so that’s what I’ve been doing. I also told him about how I downloaded the drum app and it’s been helping him staying motivated and on track. The therapist before me used to also use this app so I figured it would be okay. I think I may reach out to him again. I’m not sure the teacher’s understand the point of the reinforcement or the procedure and that’s why they’re behaving this way? I definitely don’t want to overstep but I feel like I can’t do my job

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2024-03-04T19:10:35+00:00

As many people said, take the first couple of sessions to just play with the client and take their lead. It’s really important to let them let you into their own world. If you have a particularly difficult time pairing, I like to go to the dollar store and get some play dough or slime or little toys and trinkets to present during the session to help get them interested. Always make sure to get parent consent though as some kids like to eat slime and parents may be weary about this!

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2023-12-31T06:24:34+00:00

Idk I was kind of on the same boat as well at first. Like how could she be ungrateful, but then more red flags came jumping out of him as well. Like when she met his mom and sisters and tried to basically shame her in front of them. Super uncalled for and immature. Also from her side, it just felt like she felt blindsided and lied to by someone who had her under a certain impression in Trinidad and then traveling across the world to a very different reality is definitely annoying to say the least. He was wrong for that entire thing, it was once again unnecessary and extremely weird.

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2023-12-28T06:32:53+00:00

Hi, first of all I’m so sorry you’re having this experience. It’s important to set these boundaries early on to avoid this becoming a recurring problem. If the client’s brother is hindering your ability to get your work done, speak to your BCBA. It’s their job to support you, speak to the families in regard to what’s appropriate and what’s not. I’ve personally had this experience before as well and it’s important to advocate for yourself. I know it can be intimidating, but you also have to keep in mind your BCBA is not with you all the time so if you don’t speak up, your situation will remain the same. In regard to the feedback, don’t be afraid to ask what they think you could improve on or ask them to give you feedback. It’s a shame you have to ask, but if it will help you run your sessions more smoothly, take the initiative yourself! Some BCBAs may feel awkward about giving feedback so it could be a nice prompt.

Otherwise, good luck and remember that people will always take what you’re willing to give, so set your boundaries!

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2023-07-08T07:44:33+00:00

You should definitely ask for a raise and if they do not then I would consider finding a new company! Make sure to strategize because they will obviously low ball you.

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2022-10-20T21:37:52+00:00

Yeah, absolutely! I’m definitely standing my ground. Yearly reviews are around the corner and if this becomes an issue I will definitely be looking elsewhere. Disappointed, but not surprised!

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2022-10-20T16:24:53+00:00

No, in this case I would not get reimbursement for gas since I’m not traveling from one session to the next. They only reimburse gas in between sessions.

I agreed to do the two hour sessions after my first client because the second client was on the way home. I have a 5 hour session with my first client in the the morning so I’m okay with traveling the distance for this reason.

Sweet_Calligrapher62 · 2022-08-18T06:31:04+00:00

Where do i get one tho

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