Meet the Administration

Executive Director

Steve Held, BS, M.Ed, CAGS, SBL,SDL

Director of Educational Programming

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Certified Early Start Denver Model Trainer

Donna Morrison B.S., M.S., BCBA, LBA

Director of Clinical Services

Jennifer Bachisin, MA, CCC-SLP, TSHH

School Psychologist

Bianca Bachisin

Steven Held, B.S., M.M., Ed., CAGS, S.B.L, S.D.L, is the co-founder and Executive Director of Just Kids Early Childhood Learning Center, a NYSED approved 4410 preschool for disabled and non-disabled children, from birth to five years of age. Just Kids has served the community for over 44 years. In addition to the preschool itself, Mr. Held is the Executive Director of the Just Kids Diagnostic and Treatment Center and has served on numerous Early Intervention councils over the past three decades. Mr. Held is currently a governor's appointee as the Chairperson of The Early Intervention Coordinating Council. Mr. Held is responsible for several federal state and private grants to support the needs of young children and their families.

Donna has over four decades of experience working with students with autism in public schools, private programs and home-based intervention. She is a Certified Early Start Denver Model trainer and a board-certified behavior analyst. Her early work as an occupational therapist provided a strong developmental base which is now complemented with the science of behavior analysis including trauma informed intervention and skills-based training. Her comprehensive methodology addresses not only behavioral challenges but also the crucial developmental and functional skills that help children thrive in their daily lives. Donna’s guiding principles are to value each student and teach from a place of joy. Professionals who are lucky enough to work with children with autism need to listen, learn, guide, and coach from a place of care and compassion. Donna graduated from Boston University with an under graduate degree in occupational therapy. She completed her Master of Science degree at Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons. Certification in the Early Start Denver Model was completed at UC Davis, California.

As the Director of Clinical Services, Jennifer Bachisin leads and manages a multidisciplinary clinical team dedicated to supporting the social, emotional, and developmental well-being of students in our K–2 educational setting. With a strong foundation in speech-language pathology and play based therapy, Jennifer provides strategic oversight and daily leadership to the clinical team. In this role, Jennifer Bachisin is responsible for guiding the clinical team’s vision, coordinating service delivery, and ensuring that all interventions are evidence-based, child-centered, and aligned with best practices. Jennifer oversees clinical supervision and case consultation, fostering a collaborative environment where clinicians are supported in providing high-quality care. Jennifer works closely with school administrators, teachers, and families to ensure that clinical services are integrated seamlessly into the broader educational experience. She also monitors compliance with all relevant state and federal guidelines, including special education law while continuously evaluating the effectiveness of clinical programs and supports. Jennifer plays a critical role in shaping a school culture where students are emotionally safe, supported, and set up for long-term success.

Bianca Bachisin is the school psychologist at Just Kids K-2 at New Suffolk. She received her Master's in School Psychology from Adelphi University and has a Specialization in Autism. Bianca has years of experience working for Just Kids and is excited to support the students at Just Kids New Suffolk. In this role, Bianca supports students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development through classroom SEL instruction, counseling, and teacher collaboration. She conducts psychological assessments to inform IEPs and guide interventions, and behavioral assessments to support behavior planning and develop Behavior Intervention Plans. As the case manager, she helps develop and monitor student’s IEPs, track progress, and lead team meetings. She also partners with caregivers through training and consultation to promote consistency between home and school.