Cynthia Wade
Warrensburg,MO
Summary
Energetic Community Support Specialist committed to applying client-centered approaches to support individual needs. Established relationships with community and business resources for outreach and direct support purposes. Dependable professional with superior work ethic and dedication to organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Specialist
RISE Community Services
Warrensburg, MO
02.2023 - Current
- Identified opportunities for collaboration with stakeholders in the community.
- Conducted outreach to local organizations and businesses to promote community engagement.
- Responded promptly to inquiries received via phone or email from members of the public regarding relevant topics.
- Provided individuals and families with information and resources to connect with available programs.
- Gave presentations at public gatherings, community events and school meetings.
- Developed community outreach programs at local schools to promote RISE initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
- Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.
School Counselor
Warrensburg R6 School District
Warrensburg, MO
08.2011 - 08.2022
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
- Established developmentally-appropriate support groups and activities for elementary-aged students.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive guidance programs that addressed college readiness, career exploration, and personal and social development.
- Facilitated group sessions to address topics such as bullying prevention, peer relationships, and stress management.
- Counseled families on parenting techniques designed to promote positive behavior changes in children.
- Provided individual counseling to students with various academic, social, and emotional issues.
- Advised faculty members on how best to support the mental health needs of their students.
- Counseled students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
University of Central MO
Warrensburg05-2007
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
National-Louis University
St Louis, MO05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central MO
Warrensburg MO05-1993
Skills
- Marketing Communications
- Resource Mobilization
- Community Engagement
- Partnership Development
- Needs Assessment
- Service Coordination
- Community Outreach
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Community Specialist
RISE Community Services
02.2023 - Current
School Counselor
Warrensburg R6 School District
08.2011 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Counseling
University of Central MO
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
National-Louis University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central MO
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