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Joan Blackmer

Dewitt

Summary

Respectful and ethical professional with extensive experience in family intervention and caregiving. Skilled in developing individualized strategies and fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to enhance emotional resilience and well-being for clients.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Self Employed
08.2016 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to understand individual needs and preferences.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Engaged clients in social activities, fostering companionship and emotional well-being.

Owner of Jumpin' Jax

Co-owner
03.2008 - 04.2016

Developed and

  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to open, establish and maintain a successful business
  • Managed financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, marketing and hiring.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by employees.
  • Maintained a positive and productive working relationship with the other co-owner.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Family Intervention Specialist

Ionia County Community Mental Health
04.1997 - 09.2006
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for families to enhance coping strategies and emotional resilience.
  • Facilitated family therapy sessions, promoting effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive support services for clients.

Education

Master's Degree - Social Work

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05-1995

Master of Science - Psychology

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
05-1993

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Strong ethics
  • Verbal and written communication skills

Timeline

Caregiver

Self Employed
08.2016 - Current

Owner of Jumpin' Jax

Co-owner
03.2008 - 04.2016

Family Intervention Specialist

Ionia County Community Mental Health
04.1997 - 09.2006

Master's Degree - Social Work

Wayne State University

Master of Science - Psychology

Grand Valley State University