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GINA RICE

Sherwood,ARKANSAS

Summary

Passionate about supporting clients in a work environment with all daily concerns. Offer expert support for emotional, physical needs. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills. Goal-oriented paraprofessional/instructor with 19 plus years of experience. Dedicated to best-in-class care through individualized and personal treatment for disabled clients and students.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Vocational Instructor

AEDD
01.2024 - Current

Work daily with adults with disabilities in a workshop setting. I complete daily timesheets and keep records of work completed and individual productivity rates. Organize group activities and created a fun and comfortable environment. Attend annual meetings to discuss personalized goals to be addressed during the next year. I also provide transportation to and from the workshop daily driving a 13 passenger van.

Vocational Instructor

Pathfinder, Inc.
08.2019 - 07.2023
  • Attended annual meetings with clients to create an ISP and gave input to the goals that would be addressed.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting work environment for adults with disabilities in a workshop setting.
  • Submitted daily time sheets for up to 20 clients.
  • Kept daily records of clients completed work using individual job codes.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements with clients.

Front Desk Coordinator

Camp LuWiSoMo
04.2015 - 08.2017
  • Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons, improving customer retention rate.
  • Provided guests with above-and-beyond service, including scheduling tours of our facility and grounds for weddings, family reunions. and large camping groups.
  • Entered customer data using Zozi software and updated guest information as needed.
  • Drafted, copied and forwarded documents and paperwork to facilitate office workflow.
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Used Quick Books to maintain and update records and invoices and receipts.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, responded to inquiries and transferred calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Sorted mail and other important data upon 's absence, promoting quick delivery of all messages to recipients.
  • Maintained transaction security checking payment cards against identification.
  • Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate attention.
  • Maintained financial accuracy by collecting deposits, fees and payments, processing changes and issuing receipts.
  • Read and responded to emails, answered telephone calls on multi-line phone system and transferred callers.
  • Trained all staff on front desk procedures and policies.
  • Maintained office supplies by taking inventory, submitted orders for items in low stock and organizing items in logical and accessible manner.
  • Provided assistance and occasional supervision of youth and Joyful Heart campers.

Job Coach

Waushara Industries
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Developed team communications and information for Individual Service Plan meetings.
  • Coordinated efforts of 5 employees to insure safety during the work day.
  • Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork and record keeping.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Worked with client to resolve all problems regarding the safety of self and others while working with horses.
  • Taught proper nutrition and care of horses while client worked as a horse wrangle at a summer camp.

K-12 Paraprofessional

Cesa 5
09.2007 - 05.2016
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Instructed students in all elementary based academic areas.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Developed team communications and information for IEP meetings.

Personal Care Worker

Living Environmental Foundation
10.2008 - 09.2010
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Helped family clients plan healthy meals, purchase ingredients and cook meals to provide adequate nutrition for client well being.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Offered social support by transporting individuals to events and activities, in addition to medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Consulted with House Manager to assess cases and enhance care.
  • Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
  • Conferred with to discuss patient condition and medical care, helping to optimize treatments and enhance outcomes.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
  • Provided coaching, mentoring, and consultation to staff to enhance staff development.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.

Direct Support Professional

East Shore Industries
06.2002 - 12.2004
  • Enhanced successful client outcomes by helping each participate in recreational activities alone or in groups.
  • Minimized injuries to staff or clients by offering important support or restraint to control client movements.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes to keep healthcare team updated.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
  • Worked to improve and enhance client lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Enhanced clients days by creating and maintaining visual calendar of social, recreational activities.
  • Quickly identified problematic changes in client behavior and progress by closely monitoring clients and keeping detailed records.
  • Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Southern Door High School
Brussels, WI
1983

Skills

  • Word processing
  • End-of-day reporting
  • File management
  • Phone call direction
  • Time management
  • Sorting and labeling
  • Schedule management
  • Records maintenance
  • Documentation abilities
  • Visitor check-in skills
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Problem-solving skills

Timeline

Vocational Instructor

AEDD
01.2024 - Current

Vocational Instructor

Pathfinder, Inc.
08.2019 - 07.2023

Job Coach

Waushara Industries
07.2016 - 07.2017

Front Desk Coordinator

Camp LuWiSoMo
04.2015 - 08.2017

Personal Care Worker

Living Environmental Foundation
10.2008 - 09.2010

K-12 Paraprofessional

Cesa 5
09.2007 - 05.2016

Direct Support Professional

East Shore Industries
06.2002 - 12.2004

High School Diploma - undefined

Southern Door High School
GINA RICE