Ciara Grigsby
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable case manager with 10+ years of success in client navigation and support services of underserved and vulnerable populations. Responsible for a 25% increase in client empowerment in addition to a 20% increase in resource utilization. Adept in developing care plans, assessments, outreach and referrals. Accomplished in client advocacy, team collaboration, and crisis intervention.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Suffolk Public School District
08.2022 - Current
- Supervise 20+ classrooms for all grade levels kindergarten-12th when teachers are absent due to emergencies, leave, or sickness.
- Incorporate creative and critical thinking activities in lesson plans that impact over 500 students across grade levels and increase student engagement by 20%.
- Adhere to district and school policies and procedures regarding students with disciplinary issues.
- Consistently commended for classroom management skills, promptness, and ability to prepare and adhere to lesson plans.
Client Care Manager
Cobb County Government
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Educate over 1,000 clients, volunteers, and service providers on available programs and resources regarding senior services, resulting in a 40% increase in clients overall quality of life.
- Monitor progress of 80+ clients and adjust care plans as needed, resulting in a 25% increase in client goal achievement and a 20% increase in client autonomy.
- Maintain a comprehensive, current knowledge of state policies, procedures, regulations, codes, and other regulatory standards related to aging services.
- Coordinate services and prepare resources for clients, resulting in a 15% increase in successful service utilization.
- Develop and sustain relationships with community partners, resulting in a 20% increase in community resource availability and utilization.
Social Work Counselor
San Diego Imperial Counties Developmental Services
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Manage a caseload of 70+ clients, providing support and resources to individuals diagnosed with a developmental disability.
- Develop and implement care plans that Identify barriers to care and resolve them, resulting in a 20% increase in in client goal achievement.
- Advocate for clients and families, resulting in a 25% increase in client empowerment and a 20% increase in family satisfaction.
- Participate in case reviews and team meetings, resulting in a 15% increase in team collaboration and a 15% increase in successful case outcomes.
ABA Paraprofessional
BAYADA Habilitation
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Support clients as young as three years of age, diagnosed with Autism, with ABA therapy interventions, resulting in a 25% increase in language and communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance, behavioral incidents, and intervention outcomes for further analysis.
- Conduct functional assessments to identify triggers of problem behaviors and establish effective intervention plans accordingly.
- Provide crisis intervention support during critical situations involving escalated behaviors, resulting in a 30% decrease in self injurious behaviors and violent outbursts.
- Collaborate with teachers, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive support for each student''s unique needs.
Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) Ed
Beaumont Independent School District
01.2010 - 10.2011
- Adapt elementary, middle, and high school curriculum to improve reading, mathematics, and writing skills.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year, resulting in a 25% increase in academic performance.
- Develop and implement differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston
Houston, TX12.2009
Skills
- Negotiation and Collaboration
- Cultural Sensitivity and Diversification Awareness
- MS Office
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Report Preparation and Documentation
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Suffolk Public School District
08.2022 - Current
Client Care Manager
Cobb County Government
10.2019 - 10.2020
Social Work Counselor
San Diego Imperial Counties Developmental Services
01.2015 - 08.2018
ABA Paraprofessional
BAYADA Habilitation
01.2012 - 05.2014
Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) Ed
Beaumont Independent School District
01.2010 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston
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