Cindy Meili
Jordan,NY
Summary
Focused on helping Veteran and Military Families by applying expertise in quality of life policies. Knowledgeable about developing and implementing data tracking systems to gather snapshot or ongoing information. Good relationship-building, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Onondaga County Veteran Service Agency
05.2021 - Current
- Accredited with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for the purpose of preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims under laws administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Assists veterans and eligible spouses with VA claims awarding them with tax free monthly income.
- Investigates and assists veterans, service members and families in attaining temporary financial assistance and emergency assistance; payable towards utility bills, shelter, food and gas through the American Legion, VFW and local non profit organizations.
- Researches medical conditions and obtain necessary medical records and statements from physicians to support the veteran's disability claim.
- Provides outreach services, education, and home visits to those who are disabled or are unable to meet during normal office hours.
- Serves as County's liaison between municipality Veterans Outreach Programs.
- Manages department budget to ensure adequate resources for staff development and instructional materials.
- Assists the Director in developing innovative programs to improve veterans access to programs and services.
- Assists
- in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Jordan Elbridge Central School District
09.2009 - 02.2017
- Used computers, audiovisual aids and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Monitored student performance closely, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Employed special educational strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory.
- Identified tasks and educational resources needed to achieve students’ educational goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Policy Studies
Syracuse University College of Professional Studie, United States
Syracuse, NY05.2027
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX08.1997
Skills
- Community relations
- Strategic thinker
- Human Services background
- Leadership and Program Management
- Financial Execution and Organization
- Military Family Readiness
Accomplishments
- 2022 Armed Forces Insurance National Guard Spouse of the Year.
- 2024 New York State Recreation & Parks Society Distinguished Citizen of the Year.
Affiliations
- National Association of County Veteran Service Officers
- American Legion Auxillary
- Veteran of Foreign Wars Auxillary
- Honor Flight Syracuse, NY
- Wreaths Across America
Certification
- Accredited Veteran Service Officer, New York State Department of Veterans Services and National Association of County Veteran Service Officers.
- Special Education Teaching Assistant, New York Department of Education.
- Trauma Systems Therapy, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Behavior Management Support, CPR/Medication Administration, Cayuga County Department of Social Services.
- Google Project Management Certification, Hiring Our Heroes
Other Experience
Wreaths Across America, Location Coordinator 2018 - Present
- Builds rapport with community members creating motivation and a sense of belonging.
- Formulates effective strategies to utilize and maximize community resources.
- Rallies and inspired volunteers for multiple phases of the project.
- Develops multifaceted public affairs program in order to promote sponsorship.
- Maintains records of event and reviews main database to confirm customer requirements.
Military Family Advisory Network, Advisory Board 2021- Present
- Provides expertise and knowledge on relevant strategic military family issues.
- Consults and make recommendations to organizational leadership team
- Creates a collaborative and authentic approach to amplify the voice of military families
- Generates understating for biennial Global Family Support Programming Survey
- Evaluates data driven research results to develop actionable solutions
- Establishes and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Assists with development of organizational budgets and resource allocation plans.
- Participates n regular board meetings to provide constructive feedback on proposed projects or plans that aligned with the organization''s mission statement.
- Strengthens ties with community leaders through attendance at local events representing the organization as an ambassador.
Timeline
Assistant Director
Onondaga County Veteran Service Agency
05.2021 - Current
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Jordan Elbridge Central School District
09.2009 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Policy Studies
Syracuse University College of Professional Studie, United States
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Central Texas College
- Accredited Veteran Service Officer, New York State Department of Veterans Services and National Association of County Veteran Service Officers.
- Special Education Teaching Assistant, New York Department of Education.
- Trauma Systems Therapy, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Behavior Management Support, CPR/Medication Administration, Cayuga County Department of Social Services.
- Google Project Management Certification, Hiring Our Heroes
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