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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
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Cynthia Mueller

Saint Louis,MO

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Compass Health Network, adept in program management and verbal communication. Excelled in enhancing team performance, innovating educational content, and managing multimillion-dollar budgets. Expertise in psychology and individualized student assistance highlighted through significant contributions to developmental disabilities services.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Director

Compass Health Network
Saint Louis, MO
01.2018 - 09.2020
  • Determined project schedules and maintained timeline with proactive adjustments to workflow.
  • Provided guidance in developing training materials related to new products and services offered by the company.
  • Oversaw data collection efforts related to project performance metrics.
  • Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
  • Provided training to professionals regarding goals, research, and services.

Adjunct Faculty Member

Jefferson College
Hillsboro, MO
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Taught General and Developmental Psychology to associate degree candidates.
  • Developed and adjusted the course syllabus according to curriculum and college guidelines.
  • Created lesson plans and developed instructional materials covering required topics and learning objectives.
  • Sourced appropriate course materials to support variety of student learning needs and styles and deliver content in relevant, distinctive ways.
  • Prepared, administered and graded exams and assignments to evaluate student progress.
  • Documented student assignments, attendance, and test scores in online reporting systems.
  • Supervised dissertational research work to assist research publication process.
  • Tutored and coached students to help achieve personal and academic goals.

Director of Children's Services

Division of Developmental Disabilities, MO DMH
Saint Louis, MO
07.2015 - 01.2017
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked collaboratively with local, state, and federal agencies to enhance services for children with developmental disabilities statewide.
  • Provided training to families, professionals, and legislators on the current status and needs of children with disabilities.
  • Supported regional centers for DD, with issues regarding access to services for children.

Director, Asst. Director, Supervisor, TCM,

Division of DD, MO DMH
Saint Louis, MO
09.1983 - 03.2015
  • Provided targeted case management services to consumers and families.
  • I wrote an individual support plan for each consumer assigned.
  • Arranged for contracted services based on consumer needs.
  • Maintained records of all services provided to each consumer.
  • Supervised the service coordination and assessment team in providing services to consumers.
  • Assured compliance with state statutes in the provision of services.
  • Provided training and education on developmental disabilities conditions, assessment, and habilitation services.
  • Oversaw the operation of a state regional center serving 5,000 consumers, with a budget of 30 million dollars.

Education

Ph.D. - General Psychology

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
03-2009

Master of Arts - Community Psychology

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
08-1980

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
05-1978

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Time management abilities
  • Course materials planning
  • Student engagement
  • Expertise in Psychology
  • Individualized student assistance
  • Curriculum planning
  • Program management
  • Contract and vendor management
  • Strategies and goals
  • Creativity and innovation

Affiliations

  • Mayor appointment to the St. Louis City Board for Developmental Disabilities Board, 2016. Board Secretary, 2022-2024; Board President, 2024 to present.
  • Presenter, Association for Aging with Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, 2021-2024

Certification

  • Licensed Psychologist, Missouri, 2006-2021

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Project Director

Compass Health Network
01.2018 - 09.2020

Adjunct Faculty Member

Jefferson College
01.2016 - 12.2017

Director of Children's Services

Division of Developmental Disabilities, MO DMH
07.2015 - 01.2017

Director, Asst. Director, Supervisor, TCM,

Division of DD, MO DMH
09.1983 - 03.2015

Ph.D. - General Psychology

Capella University

Master of Arts - Community Psychology

Truman State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Truman State University

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