Christine Wright
Transportation/vocational coordinator
New York,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation/Vocational Coordinator
Gersh Academy
08.2018 - Current
- requesting students transportation to and from school.
- Insuring all transportation needs were met as reflected on their IEP.
- Assisting parents as needed and providing resources and guided material's to meet their needs. and helping them navigate threw the DOE website.
- Answering phones, filing and imputing data in correct data base.
- working closely with CSE and OPT liaisons to meet each student individual need for transportation and transportation Para's.
- Coordinated internship opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in their chosen fields, increasing their employability prospects after graduation.
- Facilitated successful job placements by preparing students with interview skills, resume writing, and workplace etiquette training.
- Help parents and students find resources via OPWDD. to help students beyond graduation.
Childcare Assistant
Guiding Light Childcare
06.2008 - 03.2020
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans, addressing each child''s unique needs and preferences.
Medical Counselor
Life Worc
07.2005 - 05.2008
- Provided effective crisis intervention services for patients experiencing severe mental health issues.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring timely updates and adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
- Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating , sleep flow, medications and daily activities.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and worked closely with medical team.
Assistant Manager
Ahrc Nyc
05.2003 - 07.2006
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment..
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage for each shift.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- conducted weekly staff meeting addressing all needs and concerns .
- Balance consumers accounts and budget bills and made monthly bank deposits.
- Attend day program meetings to help insure consumers development.
Education
GED -
Albany State
Albany, NYCertificate - Medical Assisting
Bradford Hall
Amityville, NY02.2015
Skills
- Employer outreach
- Disability Accommodations
- Job Placement Assistance
- Workforce Development
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Transportation/Vocational Coordinator
Gersh Academy
08.2018 - Current
Childcare Assistant
Guiding Light Childcare
06.2008 - 03.2020
Medical Counselor
Life Worc
07.2005 - 05.2008
Assistant Manager
Ahrc Nyc
05.2003 - 07.2006
GED -
Albany State
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Bradford Hall
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