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Cindy Unthank

Galesburg,IL

Summary

Hard working and caring person with 20+ years experience working for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Proficient in all areas of residential care and in the management of a residential home. Experience in compliance with all state rules and regulations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Manager

Warren Achievement Center
10.2014 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

Residential Home Manager

Community Concepts, Inc.
08.2006 - 06.2014
  • Helped individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities carry out daily living tasks by coordinating expert support.
  • Assisted residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
  • Created staff work schedules so each shift had appropriate number of employees for coverage.
  • Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
  • Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
  • Mentored and coached staff to improve performance and interactions with residents.
  • Protected clients' monies and property by tracking spending and reconciling accounts.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.

Residential Home Manager/Direct Support Professional

Community Concepts, Inc.
06.1996 - 06.2001
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Unity High School
Tolono, IL
1978

Skills

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Emergency Response
  • Facility Oversight
  • Staff Evaluations
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Safe Job Site Set-Up
  • Hardworking and Reliable
  • Management
  • Documentation

Timeline

Site Manager

Warren Achievement Center
10.2014 - Current

Residential Home Manager

Community Concepts, Inc.
08.2006 - 06.2014

Residential Home Manager/Direct Support Professional

Community Concepts, Inc.
06.1996 - 06.2001

High School Diploma -

Unity High School

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