Joy Blakeslee
Port St. Lucie,FL
Summary
Adept at case management and organization, I leveraged these skills at Advance Support Services to enhance client outcomes and maintain compliance. My approach combines emotional awareness with effective documentation, achieving notable success in diverse roles, including teaching and life skills coaching. Recognized for my positive attitude, I excel in fostering client and student growth.
Overview
2011
2011
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Advance Support Services
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
Life Skills
ARC of Martin County
- Aided residents in achieving greater independence by teaching life skills such as budgeting, meal planning, and personal hygiene practices.
- Supported transition of youth back into their communities or to independent living situations with tailored life skills training.
- Developed essential life skills in patients through hands-on training in areas such as budgeting, cooking, and self-care practices.
- Instilled valuable life skills, such as discipline, time management, and collaboration through consistent expectations and structured rehearsal sessions.
- Assisted clients in developing essential life skills such as budgeting, time management, and self-care routines for improved daily functioning.
- Assisted in the development of life skills for residents, leading to increased self-sufficiency and independence.
GED Instructor
Lehman College
- Enhanced learning outcomes with the development of engaging, interactive GED preparation activities.
- Contributed to program evaluation efforts by collecting data on student performance metrics and recommending changes based on findings for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and relatable scenarios in lessons.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling learners, addressing individual challenges while boosting confidence levels.
Teacher
NYC Dept. of Education
09.2006 - 09.2010
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Majors: Political Science, International Studies - Pol. Science, Hist., Int'l Studies,Urban Studies
SUNY At Oneonta, Oneonta, NY
OneontaM.A. - Education
Lehman College
Bronx, NY08.2006
Skills
- Case management
- Organization and multitasking
- Documentation and reporting
- Positive attitude
- Documentation proficiency
- Records management
- Emotional awareness
Teaching Experince
GED Teacher, Lehman College
Taught Kaplan Test Prep 3rd and 4th grade
Taught Social Studies to 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students, NYC Dept of Education
Timeline
Teacher
NYC Dept. of Education
09.2006 - 09.2010
Case Manager
Advance Support Services
Life Skills
ARC of Martin County
GED Instructor
Lehman College
Majors: Political Science, International Studies - Pol. Science, Hist., Int'l Studies,Urban Studies
SUNY At Oneonta, Oneonta, NY
M.A. - Education
Lehman College
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