Berdhie is an Intake Clerk at ACT. Berdhie holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology, an Associate of Science in Medical Assisting and is currently working towards a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Mental Health. Berdhie is fluent in English, French and Haitian Creole.

Berdhie has worked in the medical field for many years. Previously, she worked as a medical assistant, ward clerk and receptionist. She has experience in taking vital signs, performing EKG and various clinical tests such as urinalysis, school and work physicals and strep and influenza tests. She also has customer service experience in technical support. Berdhie enjoys being with kids as they bring so much joy with their uniqueness. She also works with kids of all ages through different volunteering programs.

“I chose to work at ACT Learning Centre due to the attractive work environment. Their mission and the services they provide have an amazing impact on a community that needs an incredible amount of support. The opportunity to be a part of serving the community and the kids in need was a driving force in my decision.”

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Bora Bora

If you could have any exotic animal as a pet, what would it be?
Koala Bear

If you had to eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Haitian meal called Fritay (fried plantains, pikliz, fried goat/chicken/fish)

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Brigette has experience working in several programs focusing on behaviour, speech and language and hearing. She has had the opportunity to work with various populations including preschool, school-aged and adult clients. In her role at ACT, Brigette provides treatment to preschool and school-aged children in areas such as receptive language, expressive language, articulation, literacy and augmentative and alternative communication.

Brigette holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University, as well as a Communicative Disorders Assistant Graduate Certificate from Georgian College. She is currently enrolled at MacEwan University in the Hearing Aid Practitioner program.

In addition to working at ACT, Brigette works part-time at a hearing clinic as a CDA where she provides aural rehabilitation for adults with communication difficulties. Outside of work you can find Brigette on the water kayaking or with her dog Kallie at the dog park.

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be?

New Zealand

If you could have any exotic animal as a pet, what would it be?

Hedgehog

If you had to eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Homemade macaroni and cheese

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Brittany has extensive experience working in childcare and has been working with children with ASD for over 10 years. Brittany uses both ESDM and ABA techniques to help her clients reach their full potential. She is an ESDM Senior Lead Team member working under the supervision of Jocelyne Boileau, a certified ESDM Therapist.

Brittany holds a Child and Youth Worker Advanced Diploma and an Autism and Behavioural Sciences Graduate Certificate. She has also completed an ESDM introductory course and is a Registered Behavioural Therapist.

“I work at ACT because of the multidisciplinary aspect and the professionals that I work and collaborate with on a daily basis.”

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be? 

Italy

If you had to eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Pizza

Are you a morning person or a night-owl? 

Night-owl

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Brooklyn is a bilingual Behavioural Therapist at ACT. She holds a Psychology Undergraduate Honours Degree and has devoted her career to working with children with ASD. In her free time, Brooklyn loves to skateboard!

“I enjoy working with children and watching them learn and progress, so ACT Learning Centre has been a great fit for me. The Centre has fantastic programming to ensure the children are progressing in their learning, and multidisciplinary teams of professionals to make sure the children are receiving the different supports they may require.”

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Australia

If you could have any exotic animal as a pet, what would it be?

Axolotl

If you had to eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Sandwiches

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