Brad Yearling
Independence,IA
Summary
Experienced public servant with expertise in mental health and certification as a brain injury specialist. Demonstrated dedication to providing compassionate patient support in a community-based treatment facility. Witnessed numerous patients achieve significant improvements in overall well-being. Strong communication skills and compassionate nature instrumental in achieving positive outcomes, even in challenging circumstances.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paratransit Bus Operator
Met Transit
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Provide a safe, friendly riding experience for individuals with disabilities.
- Follow designated routes according to timetables, while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Help elderly and disabled passengers board and exit the bus.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
- Facilitate smooth passenger loading and unloading at designated route stops.
- Report any mechanical or operational issues to the maintenance staff promptly.
- Use GPS navigation to follow routes, and avoid potential construction or traffic delays.
- Adhere to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling, and report delays to dispatch.
Staff/Program Manager
Neuro RehabCare
12.2020 - 12.2024
- Lead program initiatives, optimized rehabilitation processes, and enhanced patient outcomes.
- Fostered team collaboration, resulting in measurable improvements in patient recovery rates.
- Implemented innovative strategies to streamline workflows, improving efficiency, and reducing costs.
- Trained newly hired employees regarding company policies and operations including medication safe medication administration.
- Provided support to management in areas such as recruitment, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of staff policies and procedures.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Equipment Mechanic
Cedar Falls Public Works
07.2018 - 05.2022
- Overhauled and repaired gas and diesel equipment, ensuring operational efficiency
- Repaired transmissions, differentials, and assemblies, enhancing vehicle performance
- Inspected and replaced parts, maintaining optimal functionality of various systems
- Repaired motors, generators, and clutches, improving reliability and safety
- Maintained hydraulic systems and specialized equipment, ensuring consistent operation
Diesel Mechanic
Met Transit
07.1999 - 07.2018
- Collaborated with team to manage maintenance schedules, ensuring timely repairs - Improved operational efficiency - Utilized diagnostic tools - Increased vehicle lifespan
- Optimized maintenance schedules using diagnostic tools, enhancing vehicle longevity and operational efficiency for Met Transit's fleet
- Implemented preventive maintenance strategies, significantly reducing downtime and repair costs while improving overall fleet reliability
Education
High School -
West Waterloo High School
Skills
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Patience and empathy
- Positive attitude and demeanor
- Care coordination
- Patient confidentiality
- Basic life support
- Patient support
- Care plan implementation
- Physician collaboration
- Emotional support
- Vital signs
- Direct patient care
- First aid and CPR
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Team leadership
Certification
- CPR, First Aid, Medication Manager, Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS)
Timeline
Paratransit Bus Operator
Met Transit
01.2025 - 04.2025
Staff/Program Manager
Neuro RehabCare
12.2020 - 12.2024
Equipment Mechanic
Cedar Falls Public Works
07.2018 - 05.2022
Diesel Mechanic
Met Transit
07.1999 - 07.2018
High School -
West Waterloo High School
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