Alisha Smeltzer-Patton
Vincenness,IN
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Options Counselor
Generations through Vincennes University
Vincenness, IN
03.2014 - Current
- Assisted in developing policies related to options counseling services.
- Tracked patient or client care and followed through to provide service effectiveness.
- Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
- Attended workshops and trainings related to options counseling practices.
- Conducted assessments to identify the needs of the clientele.
- Established relationships with local organizations that provide resources for clients.
Early Intervention Home Visitor
PACE Head Start
Vincennes, IN
09.2011 - 03.2014
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, progress notes, service plans and other documents related to client services.
- Performed many home visits to evaluate client communication, cognition, mood, and behavior.
- Set up and maintained monthly educational activity calendars.
- Supported parents in making key educational plans and decisions for children.
- Assessed the safety of the home environment for children at risk of abuse or neglect.
- Planned activities designed to promote communication between parents and caregivers and their children while emphasizing positive reinforcement techniques.
- Conducted home visits to assess family needs and develop individualized goals.
Case Manager
Hopewell Center
Anderson, IN
05.2005 - 07.2010
- Acted as an advocate for vulnerable populations by advocating for policy changes at the state level.
- Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
- Collaborated with other service providers to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Advised staff members on effective strategies for working with challenging client behaviors.
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for clients to meet their individual needs.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
Case Manager
IPMG
Anderson, IN
09.2009 - 04.2010
- Acted as an advocate for vulnerable populations by advocating for policy changes at the state level.
- Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
- Collaborated with other service providers to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Advised staff members on effective strategies for working with challenging client behaviors.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources and service providers.
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for clients to meet their individual needs.
Job Coach
Hopewell Center
Anderson, IN
05.2004 - 05.2005
- Engaged individuals receiving support through coaching, feedback and skills development exercises.
- Utilized labor market information to advise clients on emerging job trends and opportunities.
- Provided emotional support throughout the entire process of finding suitable employment.
- Mentored program participants by answering questions and directing throughout work shift.
- Assisted participants in achieving highest level of independent functioning while receiving services.
Direct Care Staff Member
Hopewell Center
Anderson, IN
08.2002 - 05.2004
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Supervised activities of daily living for clients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving client health or safety.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Supported client rights in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards.
Education
Bachelors in Social Work - Social Work
Anderson University
Anderson, IN05-2004
Skills
- Client assessment
- Resourceful
- Multicultural competence
- Creativity and innovation
- Care coordination
- Customer assistance
Certification
- Rosalyn Carter Dementia Care Specialist
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Certificate
- Level II Options Counselor Certificate
- Dementia Friendly Certificate
- Adult Mental Health First Aid Certificate
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Certificate
Timeline
Options Counselor
Generations through Vincennes University
03.2014 - Current
Early Intervention Home Visitor
PACE Head Start
09.2011 - 03.2014
Case Manager
IPMG
09.2009 - 04.2010
Case Manager
Hopewell Center
05.2005 - 07.2010
Job Coach
Hopewell Center
05.2004 - 05.2005
Direct Care Staff Member
Hopewell Center
08.2002 - 05.2004
- Rosalyn Carter Dementia Care Specialist
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Certificate
- Level II Options Counselor Certificate
- Dementia Friendly Certificate
- Adult Mental Health First Aid Certificate
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Certificate
Bachelors in Social Work - Social Work
Anderson University