Cheri Richards
Ottumwa,IA
Summary
1. Provide service to customers with disabilities. 2. Provide services to help them be independent and strive in their goals. 3. Compassionate and caring. 4. Teaching skills in budgeting, daily living skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Coordinator
Optimae LifeServices
Ottumwa, USA
12.2020 - Current
- Scheduled safety walk-throughs to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations in homes, Coordinated staffing schedules to maintain consistent shift coverage and support resident needs.
- Coordinated client care plans for individuals with diverse needs.
- Managed daily operations of residential facilities to ensure smooth functioning.
- Trained staff on best practices for supporting residents’ mental health.
Service Coordinator
Optimae LifeServices
Ottumwa, USA
12.2020 - Current
- Developed detailed plans for project execution, scheduling, team meetings, coaching, case manager meetings, etc....
- Coordinated scheduling for client services to ensure timely support delivery.
- Managed communication between clients and service providers for effective collaboration.
- Developed and maintained client care plans in partnership with interdisciplinary teams.
Life Skills Specialist
Insight Partnership Group, LLC
Ottumwa, USA
11.2018 - Current
- Medication management, work with members on daily living skills, Provided transportation for clients to essential appointments, to appointments, grocery shopping, Performed thorough house cleaning to maintain safe living conditions, training new employees
- Developed individualized life skills programs for diverse client needs.
- Coordinated with community resources to enhance client support services.
Night Supervisor
Liberty Food Service
Ottumwa, USA
12.2003 - Current
- Supervised meal preparation for 3,000 people, planned menus, and hired employees.
- Supervised night operations to ensure efficient food service delivery.
- Managed team performance and delegated tasks for optimal workflow.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and food handling procedures.
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Optimae LifeServices
Ottumwa, USA
02.2014 - 09.2018
- Medication management, work with members on daily living skills, Provided transportation services for clients to various appointments., to appointments, grocery shopping, Performed thorough cleaning of client homes to maintain a healthy environment.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients in various settings.
- Documented client progress and communicated updates to the care team.
Night Supervisor
Valley vending services
Ottumwa, USA
03.2009 - 07.2014
- Training new hires, Prepared meals in kitchening, cleaning stocking, Provided assistance to customers. Developed and designed menus
- Supervised night operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained staff on food preparation and sanitation procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
Education
Basic - General educational development
Ottumwa High School
Ottumwa, IASkills
- Medication Administration
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis management
- Disabilities expertise
- Disability support
- Direct support
- Home Care
- Nutritional Planning
- Site manager
- Team management
- Mentoring
- Behavioral health
- Communication
Certification
Med management
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: Yes
Timeline
Residential Coordinator
Optimae LifeServices
12.2020 - Current
Service Coordinator
Optimae LifeServices
12.2020 - Current
Life Skills Specialist
Insight Partnership Group, LLC
11.2018 - Current
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Optimae LifeServices
02.2014 - 09.2018
Night Supervisor
Valley vending services
03.2009 - 07.2014
Night Supervisor
Liberty Food Service
12.2003 - Current
Basic - General educational development
Ottumwa High School