Cindy Berry
Farmington Hills
Summary
Human services professional with a strong track record in compliance and advocacy for vulnerable adults. Extensive experience in case management, crisis intervention, and service planning, leading to enhanced safety and independence for clients. Committed to leveraging skills in a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor role to drive positive client outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Foster Care Licensing Consultant
Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
01.2012 - Current
- Evaluate Adult Foster Care facilities for compliance with Michigan licensing requirements and standards.
- Executed comprehensive facility inspections to assess safety and verify compliance with AFC regulations.
- Conduct thorough investigations of complaints to identify issues and ensure compliance and collaborate with providers to implement corrective actions.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to facility operators regarding state regulations and quality-of-care standards.
- Collaborate with community stakeholders, healthcare professionals, and service providers to enhance support for individuals in licensed settings.
- Maintain detailed documentation and prepare reports supporting licensing decisions and regulatory compliance.
Adult Protective Services Worker
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
01.2000 - 01.2012
- Investigated allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation involving vulnerable adults.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify client needs and barriers to achieving independence.
- Developed and coordinated service plans and interventions that enhanced client safety, self-determination, and quality of life.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, legal professionals, law enforcement, and community agencies to coordinate services.
- Provided crisis intervention, advocacy, and counseling support while facilitating referrals to community resources.
- Managed complex caseloads while maintaining compliance with state policies and documentation requirements.
Education
Master of Social Work - MSW
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, Michigan04-2008
Bachelor of Social Work - BSW
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, Michigan08-1997
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Regulatory assessments
- Regulatory advocacy
- Case management
- Client assessment
- Service planning
- Resource coordination
- Client advocacy
- Motivational interviewing
- Electronic case management systems
- Data collection & reporting
- Report writing
- Person-centered planning
Timeline
Adult Foster Care Licensing Consultant
Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
01.2012 - Current
Adult Protective Services Worker
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
01.2000 - 01.2012
Master of Social Work - MSW
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Social Work - BSW
Eastern Michigan University