JULIE B. McMURRAY
Uxbridge
Summary
Enhanced quality of life for residents in long-term care and assisted living environments through dedicated support. Improved care strategies for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, leading to better resident engagement. Developed a deep understanding of aging services, contributing to effective care solutions over 30 years.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR MANAGER
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
Worcester, MA
09.2017 - Current
- Staff Partner for Program Volunteers in Central Massachusetts.
- Provide guidance and oversight of Recruitment, Processes, and collaboration with other departments
- Providing talks, lectures and health fair staffing for local organizations, senior citizens’ groups, support groups, and care facilities
- Collaborate and partner with community organizations to promote awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
- Manage the Greater Worcester Alzheimer's Partnership and MetroWest Alzheimer's Partnership
REGIONAL MANAGER
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
Worcester, MA
11.2002 - Current
- Manage Central Regional Office of the Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter
- Develop the Worcester County Office as a source of information, support, education and advocacy to people with Alzheimer’s disease and their families.
- Serve as a Helpline counselor for people with dementia related illnesses and their caregivers, including family and professionals.
- Provide training and educational programs for family caregivers, people with Alzheimer’s and professional caregivers.
- Provide talks, lectures and health fair staffing for local organizations.
SOCIAL WORKER
WHITNEY PLACE AT WESTBOROUGH
Westborough, MA
07.1995 - 10.2001
- Provided on-going counseling services to residences and families in the areas of illness, loss of independence, and crisis intervention.
- Facilitated Alzheimer’s Support Group and Support Group for physically frail elders.
- Completed social history and assessment of each resident’s present and future psychosocial and medical needs.
- Developed service plans with appropriate therapeutic interventions for both the memory impaired and physically frail population.
- Maintained familiarity with appropriate community resources and assisted residents in utilizing services when necessary.
- Administered Min-Mental State Exam to residents upon admission
Education
Masters of Arts - Counseling
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY
Rochester, Michigan06.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Social Work, Concentration in Elementary Education
ROGER WILLIAM UNIVERSITY
Bristol, Rhode Island05.1987
Skills
Partnership development
Problem-solving
Training and development
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking
Employee coaching and mentoring
Good judgment
Professional and courteous
Relationship building
Certification
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor, # 4095
- Licensed Social Worker, # 303915
- National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioner, #220285
OTHER ACTIVITIES
- Serves as Chairperson for the Health Technologies Program Advisory Council at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough MA, the first Dementia Friendly High School in Massachusetts.
- Volunteer for Beautify Uxbridge
- Trainer/educator for Tri Valley, Inc. Case Management Accelerated Training Program
Timeline
SENIOR MANAGER
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
09.2017 - Current
REGIONAL MANAGER
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
11.2002 - Current
SOCIAL WORKER
WHITNEY PLACE AT WESTBOROUGH
07.1995 - 10.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Social Work, Concentration in Elementary Education
ROGER WILLIAM UNIVERSITY
Masters of Arts - Counseling
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY