Compassionate Case Manager experienced in community, home and in-center environments. Hardworking and dedicated to achieving desired case outcomes. Offers excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution and communication abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Developmental Disabilities Case Manager
Thomas Allen, Inc
West St. Paul, MN
03.2020 - Current
Educate individuals and their families of the waiver options and what may be available for services based on their assessed needs
Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
Data entry and progress reporting within systems such as SSIS, Smarts, Mnsp, and Onbase
Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
Hockey/Lacrosse Coach
Eastview High School
Apple Valley, MN
04.2011 - 09.2019
Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
Organized practice sessions, exercise and conditioning to improve player performance.
Administered team budget to cover travel, equipment and supplies.
Enhanced team with successful fundraising and donor engagement strategies.
Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
Behavior Therapist/Mental Health Practitioner
Minnesota Autism Center
Eagan, Minnesota
09.2017 - 10.2018
Documented client behavior and interventions attempted and collected and reported data using approved format, methods and forms.
Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
Collaborated with treatment team to determine obstacles to success, assess client needs and develop treatment plan.
Briefed family members on client condition, furnished community resources and recommended strategies to implement at home to promote consistency.
Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plan.
ARMHS Mental Health Practitioner
Options Family & Behavior Services
Burnsville, MN
07.2016 - 02.2017
Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
Developed and administered patient treatment plans for patients.
Monitored and recorded patients' progress to determine success of treatments.
Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss what was happening in day-to-day life in order to help each person develop insight into personal experiences and relationships
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Behavioral Support Staff
GraceLyn Group
Apple Valley, MN
06.2015 - 05.2016
Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to individuals.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Developmental Therapist
Fraser
03.2014 - 03.2015
Worked collaboratively on multidisciplinary team.
Evaluated progress and provided data-driven reports to school staff and parents.
Developed and implemented Individual education plans to promote students' educational, physical and social development.
Maintained client confidentiality to protect patient privacy.