Applied Behaviour Analysis In Health And Social Care

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Mainly work with adolescents/teens/youths (clients) through probation and/or social services by providing adequate care in the mental health field. The use of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) to shape the client behaviors. Work with the family to ensure the client has a safe home. Attempt to keep the client with a relative or in the home. Work with a team (the Care Coordinator, the Parent Partner, the Supervisor, and the referring party: Social Worker or Probation Officer) to address some of the concerns and/or needs of the client. Provide a face to face intervention for the client to assist with building trust and support. Link the client to local community resources that meets the client's needs. Document and bill the intervention provided

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