Behavioral Support Unit staff
Whitney Clayton, SSW, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Behavioral Support Unit Manager x
Whitney Clayton, SSW, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Behavioral Support Unit Manager Whitney began her time at ScenicView Academy as a Social Work intern in 2015 and was later hired as a Service Coordinator. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Social Work with a minor in Autism Studies from Utah Valley University and became a Social Service Worker shortly after graduating. Whitney furthered her education by obtaining her master's degree in Education with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis, becoming ScenicView's first Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2019. Whitney was also awarded the Related Service Provided of the Year award by the NATSAP organization in 2018. In addition to her passion for working with adults on the Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning differences, Whitney also has strong interests in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). In her spare time, she enjoys working out, spending time outdoors and visiting new places with her family. |
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Shelly Hutchinson
Behavioral Specialist x
Shelly Hutchinson Behavioral Skills Specialist Shelly graduated from Utah Valley University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Autism Studies and has worked at ScenicView Academy since 2016. While at UVU, she was privileged to engage in several research projects relating to mental health issues and autism. The results of those research projects have been presented at conferences locally as well as out-of-state. Shelly's passion for working with individuals with autism started when family members and friends had children who were diagnosed with autism. Since that time, she has been involved in implementing principles of behavior change in order to better serve those with whom she works and associates. Prior to receiving her bachelor's degree, Shelly worked as a teacher's assistant in an elementary school. The majority of her duties involved working individually or in small groups with children with learning differences. This experience taught her that everyone has strengths and using those strengths can help individuals face their challenges. This concept has been enhanced and expanded upon in her work teaching students how to create, revise, and implement systems in their daily lives. She loves assisting students in strengthening their executive function skills both individually as well as in the classroom setting. Shelly believes students become empowered as they gain confidence in their own problem solving abilities. In her free time, Shelly loves exploring family history, traveling (especially to state and national parks), and playing games with friends and family. |
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Mentors
They're tasked with ensuring a safe environment, providing customer service, managing emergencies, and conducting fun and engaging activities after-hours to help students make constructive use of their free time. Our mentors provide round the clock individualized support, with specific attention to therapeutic and independent living curriculum. A mentor guides a student towards increased independence by providing mentorship, coaching, and guidance.