Janessa Erding
Osceola,WI
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Specialist
Lutheran Social Service
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Established strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable job opportunities.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for clients during their job search, leading to increased confidence and motivation.
- Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
Behavioral Therapist
Minnesota Autism Center, MAC
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff and relevant stakeholders.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing appropriate interventions.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
Personal Care Assistant
In Home Care
10.2016 - 04.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
Day Center Staff/Job Coach
Auora
11.2015 - 05.2018
- Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
- Cultivated strong relationships with community organizations and resources to provide additional support services for clients when needed.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to support job coaching.
- Offered ongoing support to clients throughout their job search process, leading to increased levels of motivation and selfconfidence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Vocational Rehabilitation
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Menomonie, WI05.2018
Skills
- Job Development
- Employer outreach
- Community Collaboration
- Compassionate Care
- Patient
- Driven
Other Experience
C-3 Center Volunteer
Care Center Volunteer (2010-2014)
UW-Stout Ensemble Choir
Student Service Club
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Lutheran Social Service
01.2020 - Current
Behavioral Therapist
Minnesota Autism Center, MAC
05.2018 - 12.2019
Personal Care Assistant
In Home Care
10.2016 - 04.2019
Day Center Staff/Job Coach
Auora
11.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Vocational Rehabilitation
University of Wisconsin - Stout
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