Bethany L. Schaff
Waterford,NY
Summary
Dedicated Community Support Specialist with a proven track record in individualized support planning, advocacy, and community resource navigation. Skilled in active listening and conflict resolution, committed to enhancing client independence and well-being.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Support Specialist
RENARC
Troy, New York
04.2006 - Current
- Supported individuals in navigating community resources and services.
- Collaborated with local organizations to develop volunteer positions and potential employment.
- Developed individualized support plans tailored to client needs and goals, monitored progress, and documented outcomes.
- Coordinated and facilitated group activities for clients in the community to enhance social engagement and service.
- Conducted assessments to identify strengths and areas for improvement in clients.
- Advocated for clients within the community to amplify their voices.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to address inappropriate behaviors.
- Facilitated communication between families and providers to optimize client outcomes.
- Created positive learning environments for developmentally disabled adults through arts and crafts projects or music therapy programs.
- Assisted in developing socialization skills through recreational activities such as bowling or going to the movies.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle habits among individuals with disabilities such as exercising regularly or eating nutritious foods.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, New York, NY05-2006
Skills
- Individualized support planning
- Community resource navigation and outreach
- Client assessments
- Documentation management
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Partnership building
- Mental health awareness
- Counseling
- Life skills training
- Behavioral support
- Transportation assistance
- First aid and CPR
- Social integration
- Personal care assistance
- Recreational activities
- Health promotion
- Nutrition support
- Professional demeanor
- Volunteer coordination
- Group facilitation
- Team leadership
- Interpersonal skills
- Written communication
- Analytical skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Problem-solving
Certification
CPR
First Aid
SCIP training
Timeline
Community Support Specialist
RENARC
04.2006 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Hudson Valley Community College
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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