Anna Wittenberg
Richland Center,WI
Summary
Lifelong active member of the Richland County community, with knowledge and interactions with local support resources and agencies. Strong communication skills and extensive involvement working with individuals in crisis and with special needs. Training in and experience in assisting individual in crisis or family & domestic issues.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Support Specialist
Attic Corrections
05.2024 - Current
- Monitor the facility and the clients needs
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, offering immediate support during challenging situations involving residents.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies when necessary to maintain a safe living environment for all residents.
- Assign client activities-chore task, urinalysis/breathalyzer testing.
- Created a weekly menu for 15 clients
Personal Care Provider/Respite Provider
IRIS
02.2022 - Current
- One on one in home cares
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Job Coach
INCITE
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
- Monitored and tracked client progress through consistent follow-up sessions, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continued success in achieving employment goals.
Intern
Safe Harbor
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Handle incoming phone calls for Safe Harbors help line
- Assess next steps for individuals who call Safe Harbors help line
- Provide helpful and compassionate service for those who call Safe Harbors help line
Advocate Assistant
Passages
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with clients to evaluate the best steps for their safety by assisting with job searches, legal assistance, and housing
- Provided childcare to client’s children at the shelter
- Aided shelters residents by answering questions and distributing resources
Childcare Provider
Kids Stuff Daycare
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted children in completing daily routines
- Helped lead teacher implement their schedule and curriculum
- Prepared and served food following licensing guidelines
- Did activities with 12 children
Education
B.S - Criminal Justice
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05.2021
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Counseling techniques
- Conflict de-escalation
- Positive Reinforcement
Additionaltrainings
Social Work Trainings
Activities
- Active Member at Richland Baptist Temple
- Volunteer- Richland Christian Academy
- Committee Member for Richland county Comprehensive Community Services
Timeline
Behavioral Support Specialist
Attic Corrections
05.2024 - Current
Personal Care Provider/Respite Provider
IRIS
02.2022 - Current
Job Coach
INCITE
12.2021 - 10.2023
Intern
Safe Harbor
01.2021 - 04.2021
Advocate Assistant
Passages
05.2019 - 08.2019
Childcare Provider
Kids Stuff Daycare
05.2014 - 08.2014
B.S - Criminal Justice
Bob Jones University