Heather Thayer
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Proven expertise in care management and effective communication, with a focus on family engagement and behavior assessments. Committed to enhancing family dynamics and service coordination.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In Home Family Specialist
Omni Inventive Care
Lincoln, NE
05.2010 - 07.2026
- Provide skill acquisition and development within the family home.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) through observations and interviews with families/guardians, identifying goals and recommendations.
- Assessed family strengths and identified barriers during sessions.
- Managed care for juveniles on diversion, ensuring tailored support and guidance.
- Organize and attend family team meetings.
- Documented initial and final reports and assessments to track progress and inform interventions.
- Assist with identifying community resources for families.
Family Service Specialist
Visinet
Lincoln, NE
05.2009 - 04.2010
- Coordinated resources and referrals to community services for clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs effectively.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to essential services.
- Provided crisis intervention support during urgent family situations.
- Assisted families in developing parenting skills, problem solving strategies, communication techniques, and conflict resolution methods.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss case planning strategies and coordinate services between multiple providers.
- Provided family services to assist families in obtaining resources and assistance with daily living.
- Protected children by identifying risks and implementing protective actions and improvement plans.
Direct Care Specialist
Cedars Residential Treatment Center
Lincoln, NE
06.2004 - 03.2009
- Provided direct support to residents in daily living activities.
- Monitored resident behavior and reported changes to the clinical team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident care strategies.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for all residents.
- Documented resident progress and behaviors in compliance with facility policies.
- Educated residents on coping strategies and life skills for independence.
- Organized recreational activities for clients, such as trips to local parks or movie theaters.
- Provided emotional support to individuals in crisis situations.
- Assisted clients with medication administration according to physician instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Pyshcology/Criminal Justice
Wayne State College
Wayne, Nebraska05-2004
Skills
- Care management
- Behavior assessment
- Documentation compliance
- Resource identification
- Family engagement
- Service coordination
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Individualized planning
- Professional boundaries
- Child development
- Mental health awareness
- Self-care strategies
- Parenting education
- Crisis Intervention/management
- Criminal justice knowledge
Certification
- First Aid/CPR certified
- Mandt certfied
Timeline
In Home Family Specialist
Omni Inventive Care
05.2010 - 07.2026
Family Service Specialist
Visinet
05.2009 - 04.2010
Direct Care Specialist
Cedars Residential Treatment Center
06.2004 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Pyshcology/Criminal Justice
Wayne State College