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Working Together

An Interprofessional Collaboration Model for SLPs and BCBAs

Presented by Penny Tonn, M.S., CCC-SLP Speech Language Pathology

Theoretical Background

Treatment of Communication Differences for Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Scope of Practice

SLP ABA

Effecting Change in Interprofessional Practices/Education (IPP/IPE)

Identify what is needed Change barriers within the systems Implement effective practices

Improve Healthcare Outcomes

What is needed to change the current climate of collaboration between SLPs and BCBAs?

• Clarifying roles and scopes
• Improving training in collaborative practices
• Regulatory changes in IPP
• Organizational changes in IPP

Musaji, I., Self, T., Marble-Flint, K., & Kanade, A. (2018).

A New Model for Collaboration:

Using the context of Day Treatment

Facilitators Barriers Effective communication Scheduling and time conflicts Promoting team dynamics through leadership Unclear roles and responsibilities Transparent expectations Differences in theoretical backgrounds Conflict resolution strategies Poor communication between stakeholders

Newton, P., Halcomb, E., Davidson., P., Denniss, A. (2007).

Day Treatment Provider Handbook

Organi nizational l Goals

• Clearer delineation on conflict

resolution for SLP and BCBA

• Training on collaboration with

families/caregivers

• Increase awareness of cultural and

linguistic differences

• Facilitate consultation and/or

referrals to specialty providers

• Conduct training on parent

coaching strategies

• Develop patient satisfaction

measurement

Future Directions

Broader r Interpro rofessi essional al Practice ce Goals

• Improved IPP training for

professionals and families

• Clearly defined scope of practices
• Advocacy for funding processes to

support collaborative practices

• Emphasis on accessing families

and individuals with developmental disabilities as collaborative partners

Future Directions

Interprofessional Education Collaborative, 2016

Acknowledgements

I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to my colleagues at Northwest ABA and ABLE Health who have openly engaged in the development of a collaborative model. A sincere thank you to the University of Washington LEND faculty and mentors, community mentors, and fellow LEND trainees who have supported and facilitated my growth as a leader and professional throughout the LEND experience. The utmost gratitude is due to Dr. Laura Snow, my LEND mentor, who has helped me refine my approaches to leadership and facilitated expansive

• pportunities to improve collaborative services within our communities.

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