CHERYL WALASON
Wakefield,RI
Summary
Energetic Community Liaison bringing 10 years of community contribution to fulfill Social Services role. Strong academic background in Human Services with foundation in local community resources. Highly skilled in event coordination and community networking.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Outreach Rep, Business Development
OAKLEY HOME ACCESS
Narragansett, RI
03.2019 - Current
- Devised effective marketing, sales and other promotional initiatives.
- Wrote content for newsletters, social media pages and informational packets.
- Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.
- Developed presentations and media to promote community resources and Fall prevention/Aging in Place programs at seminars and other local events.
- Created reports and presentations detailing business development activities.
- Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in establishment of new and lasting partnerships and relationships.
- Kept meticulous client notes in Apptivo customer relationship management application.
- Prospected 23 new weekly leads using cold calling, site visits and customer referrals.
Administrative Assistant
WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP.
Wakefield, Rhode Island
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions or regulatory compliance.
- Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
- Edited subcontractor proposals, project punch lists, transmittals and memorandums for organizational support.
- Track status of client applications and work flow operations
- Receive and process loan payments
Nursing Home Transition Coordinator/Housing Specialist
OCEAN STATE CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
Warwick, Rhode Island
12.2013 - 07.2017
- Assist individuals with physical disabilities in transition from Nursing Home Facilities back into community living through OSCIL's community Living option/Nursing home transition program
- Determine goals and facilitate IL plan to ensure safe transition providing all necessary Assistive technology and Home modifications consumer will need to foster independence and safety within their new living arrangement
- Provide collaborations with community support resources needed to achieve successful transition
- Assist consumers with physical disabilities in finding accessible housing and establish community supports
- Guide consumers through application process, collecting necessary documentation, follow through with Housing Authorities, IL skills training necessary to be successful.
VA Coordinator/Financial Aid Officer
NEW ENGLAND INTSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
East Greenwich, Rhode Island
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Oversee Veterans program, supervise and train staff and Faculty on current VA regulations
- Assist Veterans in application process as well as assist in determining eligibility of appropriate educational military benefit to best serve students
- Quarterly monitoring of Veterans attendance, course structure, grade evaluation, VA tuition Caps and remaining military educational entitlement to maintain compliance within VA regulations
- Work directly with VA as well as Voc Rehabilitation Counselors to ensure Veterans needs are being met
- Certify student’s enrollment Quarterly using VA Once system.
- Provided financial aid counseling to enrolled and prospective students.
- Authored presentations and documentation for distribution to current and prospective students.
- Maintained perfect record of compliance with all applicable provisions of laws administered by Veterans Administration.
Membership Services/Teen Services Coordinator
OCEAN COMMUNITY YMCA
Wyoming, Rhode Island
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Customer relations/Promotion
- Outreach for potential members
- Fundraising
- Plan and implement activities for after school and Teen night program.
- Coordinated enrollment and onboarding of new members with associated feeds and paperwork.
Associate Teacher/Senior Program Coordinator
J.ARTHUR TRUDEAU CENTER
Warwick, Rhode Island
01.1988 - 01.2003
- Service adult population with Special needs in many areas to include behavioral, neurological, physical and social needs
- Create IL plans with goals to integrate Senior Citizens with Special needs into community settings.
Education
Associate Degree in Human Services - Special Education
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05.2003
- - Human Counseling And Family Studies
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.1988
Associate Degree Early Chilhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Becker College
1985
Skills
- Relationship building and rapport
- Marketing
- New Business Development
- Interviewing skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
- Client needs assessments
Accomplishments
October 2021, I received a Citation from K. Joseph Shekarchi, Speaker of the House, State of Rhode Island in recognition of my dedication and adaptability to operate during a pandemic environment and innovation and commitment to providing services to a vulnerable population during an ever changing climate.
Certification
- Implementing Olmstead: ABC's of Nursing Home Transition Online Course: IL-Net, Darrell Jones, 2015
- Homeless 101 Training: Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless, Donna Williams, 2016
Additional Information
Creator and Administrator of growing FaceBook Group, Resources for Successful Aging, RI. 300 members at present consisting of Seniors, Caregivers, Family Members, Health Care,Disability Organizations, Senior Living and Home Care Professionals. This group allows members to access a wide variety of Aging in Place resources as well as be a part of a safe space community to share, learn, engage, support and celebrate victories.
Timeline
Community Outreach Rep, Business Development
OAKLEY HOME ACCESS
03.2019 - Current
Administrative Assistant
WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP.
11.2017 - 01.2019
Nursing Home Transition Coordinator/Housing Specialist
OCEAN STATE CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
12.2013 - 07.2017
VA Coordinator/Financial Aid Officer
NEW ENGLAND INTSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2007 - 01.2013
Membership Services/Teen Services Coordinator
OCEAN COMMUNITY YMCA
01.2005 - 01.2008
Associate Teacher/Senior Program Coordinator
J.ARTHUR TRUDEAU CENTER
01.1988 - 01.2003
Associate Degree in Human Services - Special Education
Community College of Rhode Island
- - Human Counseling And Family Studies
University of Rhode Island
Associate Degree Early Chilhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Becker College
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