Jerrica Terwilliger
Pueblo ,CO
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in enhancing employment outcomes, notably at Ablelight. Excelled in employer engagement and client advocacy, significantly improving job placement effectiveness. Demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring high satisfaction rates among clients and employers. Driven Voluteer Manager seeking to secure rewarding internship with growth-minded company. Successful in advancing organizational missions, working in collaborative environments and helping foster relationships between communities and organizations. Volunteer Manager providing direct volunteer oversight for service initiatives focused on making positive difference in community. Implemented service programs with emphasis on meeting participants' needs through quality care and attention to detail. Welcomes direction and works well in team-oriented environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Supported Employment Specialist
Ablelight
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular follow-up meetings with both clients and employers to evaluate job placements'' effectiveness and address any concerns or issues that arose during the course of employment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client barriers to employment and develop effective solutions.
- Facilitated group workshops on various topics related to job readiness and workplace success.
- Identified potential funding sources for supported employment programs, contributing to the organization''s financial stability.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maxim Home Health Care
Pueblo, CO
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Brain Trainer
Argus Home Healthcare
Pueblo, CO
05.2021 - 11.2023
- Maintained detailed records of each session, tracking client progress and identifying areas for future focus.
- Conducted initial consultations with potential clients to assess their needs and recommend appropriate brain training services.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals regarding their brain health and provided ongoing support to help them achieve those objectives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, sharing insights on client progress and adjusting training plans as needed.
Behavior Therapist
Rehab For All
Pueblo, CO
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement, and functioning of upper extremities.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by implementing evidence-based interventions and monitoring their effectiveness.
- Provided ongoing supervision and guidance to junior therapists, ensuring adherence to best practices in ABA therapy.
Supported Employment Manager
Progress Residential
Nashville, TN
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted regular follow-up meetings with both clients and employers to evaluate job placements'' effectiveness and address any concerns or issues that arose during the course of employment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client barriers to employment and develop effective solutions.
- Established strong relationships with local employers to secure job opportunities for clients.
- Developed comprehensive case notes, documenting client progress and milestones in their journey towards meaningful employment.
- Mentored new Supported Employment Specialists entering the field, sharing best practices from years of experience.
- Built a network of community resources to assist clients in addressing personal challenges that may impact their ability to maintain employment.
- Provided ongoing support for clients, ensuring successful job retention and satisfaction.
- Coordinated accommodations for clients with disabilities, ensuring equal opportunity for workplace success.
Volunteer
Special Olympics Colorado
Pueblo , CO
01.2010 - 06.2018
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired volunteers and staff.
- Provided guidance on appropriate use of resources in accordance with organizational guidelines.
- Established and maintained relationships to meet community needs and avoid service duplication.
- Established a recognition program for outstanding performance by volunteers.
- Developed policies and procedures for volunteer management system.
- Managed recruitment efforts through media, web, social media and outreach.
- Hosted recruiting events in community to attract qualified candidates.
- Managed budget allocated for volunteer operations ensuring that funds are used appropriately.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials designed to attract potential volunteers.
- Spoke to community groups to explain and interpret purposes, programs, and policies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO05.2016
High School Diploma -
Pueblo West High School
Pueblo West, CO05.2013
Skills
- Job Development
- Employer Engagement
- Career Exploration
- Client Advocacy
- Community Networking
- Interview preparation
- Donation management
- Public speaking
- Marketing and promotion
- Empathy and patience
- Volunteer tasking
- Volunteer engagement
- Motivation and encouragement
- Volunteer scheduling
- Mentoring
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Fundraising
- Client relationship management
- Program management
Accomplishments
- Won Best of Pueblo 2018 for the volunteer program.
Timeline
Supported Employment Specialist
Ablelight
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maxim Home Health Care
10.2022 - 04.2024
Brain Trainer
Argus Home Healthcare
05.2021 - 11.2023
Behavior Therapist
Rehab For All
03.2020 - 05.2021
Supported Employment Manager
Progress Residential
08.2018 - 03.2020
Volunteer
Special Olympics Colorado
01.2010 - 06.2018
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Pueblo Community College
High School Diploma -
Pueblo West High School
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