River Street School

River Street Outreach Program

The RSS Outreach Program offers a range of services aimed at supporting districts in enhancing their services for students on the Autism Spectrum. Through the use of the Assessment of Program Quality Indicators (APQI), consultants assist in reviewing and improving current services, filling gaps as needed. The program provides comprehensive assessments of individual student needs, including ecological assessments, functional behavior assessments, and various screening instruments. It supports intensive ABA classrooms within community schools, offers substitutes for extended leaves, and provides consultation to school staff and classrooms. Additionally, the program offers home consultation for parents, mentorship for new Behavior Analysts, supervision for fieldwork students, and support for Registered Behavior Technicians. Professional development and training are also available on various topics related to applied behavior analysis and special education.

Clinical Services for Parents and Districts

River Street School's Clinical Services department is a multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive clinical services to the school. The department also offers daily consultation with instructional staff, family consultation and counseling, interagency service coordination, and professional development seminars for other practitioners. The goal of the department is to provide therapeutic services that enhance each student's problem-solving, self-control, social interactions, and communication skills.

Clinical Services Included:

• Behavioral Supports/Board Certified Analysis
• Speech-Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• School Nursing Services
• Social Work Services
• Psychological Evaluation and Consultation
• Psychiatric Evaluation and Consultation
• Neurology Consultation
• Music Therapy

Integrated Program Model

This service provides instruction in hospital or home settings within the CREC region for students aged 3 to 22 years old who have complex needs. Instruction is provided by a special education teacher knowledgeable about students with specialized needs, such as traumatic brain injury, ventilator dependence, multiple disabilities, etc. Related services are available upon request, including occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language therapy, and music therapy.

Neurobehavioral Consultation Services

The Neurobehavioral Consultation Services recommend appropriate behavioral and pharmacologic management for each child. The service is provided by a board-certified physician in family and pediatrics, as well as psychiatry and neurology, with a primary specialization in child neurology.

Transition Services

River Street provides transition assessments and services for students aged 14 to 22. The goal is to transition each student to work and adult living upon graduation based on IEP goals and person-centered planning.

Vocational Services Include:

• Assessing a variety of transition skills
• Teaching a variety of skills for independent living and employment
• Educating students about career and living options
• Providing campus and community work opportunities
• Developing individualized transition plans