In-School Professional Development Resources

We partner with schools to provide training and knowledge to their staff.

Powerback Pediatrics partners with schools to provide in person or virtual training and professional development for teachers, administrators, therapists (Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech, Board Certified Behavior Analyst), and paraprofessionals.

oBoard Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs): BCBAs are specifically trained and certified to perform behavioral interventions. A BCBA is the primary clinician involved in your child’s plan. They create the treatment plan and goals for therapy and oversee the performance of the Behavior Technician.
o‍Behavior Technicians: Behavior Technicians work 1:1 with a child under the direction of the BCBA. They will spend a lot of time with your child, building trust and understanding how to keep them motivated. As treatment begins, the Behavior Technician will implement the BCBA’s plan and record information on successes or failures.
oClient Advocates: Client Advocates are trained to support you in obtaining coverage and the necessary paperwork. They ensure everything is taken care of behind the scenes and coordinate insurance authorizations, scheduling, staffing, and case coordination.
oAdditional Clinical: These services may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, your child's Primary Care Physician, or the staff at your child's school.
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oService Coordinator (New York): Service Coordinators have extensive knowledge of the Early Intervention system, and will help to organize your child's care team. These professionals help to support your family through the intake, evaluation, and Independent Family Service Plan (IFSP) processes. They can also help to support your child through their transition out of Early Intervention services when they are ready.
oDevelopmental Therapist: Developmental Therapists work to promote your child's development and learning through everyday learning and routines, and they specialize in knowledge surrounding child development and learning. These individuals can help your family to understand how your IFSP goals work to align overall with your child's development.
oOccupational Therapist (OT): OTs support fine motor skills (feeding, grasping) that require smaller muscle groups, self-help, and sensory development. Additionally, OTs work to support your family's daily routines and activities allowing you to accommodate your child's unique needs.
oPhysical Therapist (PT): PTs support the development of gross-motor skills such as walking and crawling that require larger muscle groups. Additionally, PTs work to support your family's daily routines and activities allowing you to accommodate your child's unique needs.
oSpeech-Language Pathologists (SLPs): SLPs work to promote your child's language and communication development, and can help you to adapt your child's feeding routines to promote their nutritional needs.
oFamily: No Early Intervention team would be complete without the support of family members. Families are crucial to drive success during a child's Early Intervention program. As a family member, you are the expert on your culture, practices, and everyday routines. This information is necessary to work to develop a unique plan to best support your child's development.

No two Early Intervention teams are the same, and extended family may be encouraged to participate to best support the desired outcomes for your child.
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