Jenna Scharf
Clinical Operations Coordinator & Group Program Manager
Jenna Scharf is the Clinical Operations Coordinator & Group Program Manager with Progressive Steps Training and Consultation Inc. Jenna works with clients with ASD ranging from preschool age to high school age. Under the supervision of a RBA, Jenna provides ABA therapy to strengthen clients life skills, independence and communication skills. Jenna also supports training staff and supporting parents.
Jenna has been practicing ABA for 5+ years and discovered her passion on her first day of work. She has been working in the classroom since she was in grade 10. Jenna always strives to create fun, exciting and meaningful sessions with all clients. Jenna is extremely passionte about making sessions fun for everyone involved. She loves to laugh and making others laugh.
When Jenna is not working, you can see her camping, reading, trying new foods or hanging out with her cats, Storm and Casper! Jenna is originally from Ottawa and loves to explore the GTA, finding new restaurants and new adventures to go on with her partner.
Experience
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Experience teaching social, academic, and daily living skills to clients aged 2-30
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Experience working with children and youth 1 on 1, center based, in home, in schools and online learning
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Experience leading group programs
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Experience working with mild to severe challenging behaviours, including physically aggressive behaviours
Education & Training
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Advanced Diploma in Child and Youth Care from Algonquin College
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Practice Functional Assessment and Skill Based Treatment for treatment challenging behaviour
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Adult, Child and Infant, Pediatric CPR/AED and First Aid
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Direct Instruction
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Certified PEERS® service provider