Brenda Mower
Cedar City,UT
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven employee. 10+ years experience as a Program Coordinator with extensive experience developing, implementing, and managing services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Proven ability to oversee person-centered programs that promote independence, inclusion, and quality of life. Skilled in team leadership, regulatory compliance, individualized support planning (ISPs), and interagency collaboration. Known for fostering strong relationships with clients, families, and care teams while maintaining a high standard of ethical, empathetic, and professional care. Adept at balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on support and advocacy.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
Work History
DSP
Turn Community Services
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Program Coordinator
Turn Community Services
08.2008 - 08.2020
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
- I managed several programs, keeping clients safe, teaching independent living skills, how to be safe while in the community, providing activities and all that was expected and beyond from TURN Community Services..
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication
- Organization
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Professional care
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Turn Community Services
08.2008 - 08.2020
DSP
Turn Community Services
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