Cathy Mikowski
Clifton
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at The Arc of Bergen and Passaic, skilled in individualized support and client assessment. Proven ability to enhance program quality through effective teamwork and conflict resolution. Committed to advocating for clients' needs while maintaining high standards of documentation and professional ethics.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Home Staff Member
The Arc of Bergen and Passaic Counties
02.2010 - Current
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule. Assists with daily living skills.
Assistance Director of Vocational Services
The Arc of Bergen of Passaic
03.2006 - Current
Assist with administrative functions and direct program services as they pertain to the Vocational Program. Reviews and coordinates quality assurance meetings and maintains ongoing schedules. Works with Rehabilitation staff on Client Advocacy, Quality Assurance, Outcome Objectives, DDD and DVRS needs and objectives. Maintain and inform staff of training schedules. Take a lead role in the organization and implementation of the case review committee.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Education
William Patterson
Wayne, NJ05-1987
High School Diploma -
Clifton High School
Clifton, NJ06-1983
Skills
- Individualized support
- Client transportation
- Client assessment
- Transportation coordination
- Personal care assistance
- Nutritional planning
- Activity planning
- First aid and CPR
- Mental health awareness
- Adaptive equipment use
- Plan rehabilitation strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Self motivation
- Client records management
- Mental health counseling
- Analytical thinking
- Professional ethics
- Active listening
- Documentation proficiency
- Task prioritization
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- CPR Training - 2025
- AED Training - 2025
- First Aid Training - 2025
- Crisis Management - 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Group Home Staff Member
The Arc of Bergen and Passaic Counties
02.2010 - Current
Assistance Director of Vocational Services
The Arc of Bergen of Passaic
03.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Education
William Patterson
High School Diploma -
Clifton High School
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