Bethany Cannella
1124 Limekiln Pike Maple Glen,PA
Summary
Seasoned Social Services Professional with strong clinical abilities and a successful career in both Skilled Nursing Facilities and Residential Facilities. Proactive and organized with passionate commitment to Person Centered Care for individuals in a rehabilitation setting or dementia focused environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Services Coordinator
Ann's Choice Retirement Community
01.2019 - Current
- Assist residents transitioning from short term rehab to independent living environment or a higher level of care
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to present recommendations for a safe discharge plan to the residents and their family
- Assess resident cognition and mood on the BIMS and PHQ9 assessment tool
- Utilizeresults of interviews and assessments to develop Holistic Care Plan for residents
- Provide and explain other resources to residents and families
Per Diem Social Worker
Ann's Choice Retirement Community
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Conduct new admission social history, BIMS and PHQ-9 assessments
- Complete care plans and MDS assessments on new residents
- Assist with discharge planning for residents to return to their home.
Director of Social Services
Genesis Healthcare Corporation
10.2000 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with other professionals to evaluate and advocate for residents' medical or psychosocial needs
- Referred resident or family to community resources to provide access to services such as home health care supports, financial assistance, legal aid, housing, or protective services
- Conducted cognitive and behavioral assessments
- Utilized assessment data and social work experience to coordinate person-centered care plan and rehabilitation goals; following through to ensure service efficacy
- Organized support groups or counsel family members to assist them in understanding and coping with dementia
- Planned discharge from care facility to home or other care facility
- Supervised other Social Workers providing services to Long Term Care Residents
- Completed Guardianship applications and testify in Orphan Court Guardianship hearings.
Residential Coordinator
Indian Creek Foundation
07.1999 - 10.2000
- Coordinated Intermediate Care Facilities and Community Living Arrangement Facilities for Developmentally Delayed Individuals
- Managed four Program Supervisors and twenty-one Residential Instructors
- Served as agency liaison between county/state agencies and consultants
- Monitored the safety and well-being of all consumers
- Assessed, evaluated and admitted new individuals into the group home.
Residential Program Supervisor
Indian Creek Foundation
03.1998 - 07.1999
- Responsible for maintaining stability in all aspects of an ICF/MR
- Advocated for six core members' financial, medical and personal needs
- Hired, trained, evaluated and managed six Residential Care Instructors
- Integrated aroma, massage, horticultural and animal assisted therapies in the residential program
Nursing Department Intern
Philhaven Hospital
08.1995 - 12.1995
- Assisted in group therapy sessions
- Monitored patients to ensure their safety and well-being
- Performed patient behavior assessments and documentation
- Provided supportive counseling sessions for clients
Education
Certification -
Dale Carnegie Institute
03.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Messiah College
Grantham, PA05.1996
Skills
- Effective Customer Communication
- Strong Leadership and Managerial Skills
- Organized and Detail Oriented
- Works Well in Diverse Situations
- Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Eager To Learn
Timeline
Resident Services Coordinator
Ann's Choice Retirement Community
01.2019 - Current
Per Diem Social Worker
Ann's Choice Retirement Community
06.2018 - 12.2018
Director of Social Services
Genesis Healthcare Corporation
10.2000 - 12.2018
Residential Coordinator
Indian Creek Foundation
07.1999 - 10.2000
Residential Program Supervisor
Indian Creek Foundation
03.1998 - 07.1999
Nursing Department Intern
Philhaven Hospital
08.1995 - 12.1995
Certification -
Dale Carnegie Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Messiah College
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