Kara Wyatt
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations and Scheduling Coordinator
Parker Personal Care Homes Inc.
Lakewood, CO
10.2023 - Current
- Completed timely changes and updates to schedules.
- Created and maintained employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Coordinated with department managers to adjust employee schedules as needed.
- Assisted with company investigations
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency within our fleet usage.
Director of Day Program
Parker Personal Care Homes Inc.
Lakewood, CO
06.2018 - 10.2023
- Established partnerships with local organizations and agencies in order to expand access to services for participants.
- Managed budget allocations by monitoring spending trends within the department.
- Supervised staff members including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating performance.
- Provided guidance to staff on best practices related to programming and service delivery.
Day Program Manager
Support Inc.
Aurora, CO
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised staff in the implementation of services for individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted with the development of Individual Service Plans for each participant.
- Conducted assessments of participants' needs, interests, and abilities.
- Established procedures for responding effectively to emergencies or crises situations.
- Attended conferences related to disability services or day programs management.
Day Program Coordinator
Support Inc.
Aurora, CO
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Established positive working relationships with family members of program participants.
- Coordinated daily activities both on and off site.
- Collaborated with outside agencies regarding referrals for additional services or placement options.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
Direct Support Professional
Support Inc.
Aurora, CO
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
House/Animal Sitter
Self-employeed
Lakewood, CO
06.2004 - Current
- Provided companionship to pets while their owners were away from home.
- Walked dogs on a regular basis, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Administered medications as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills.
- Communicated regularly with pet owners regarding any changes in behavior or health status of their animals.
Special Education Teacher
Brighton School District 27J
Brighton, CO
08.2006 - 02.2014
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO 08.2001 - 05.2006
Skills
- Program Organization
- Staff Coordination
- Schedule Management
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation and Reporting
Accomplishments
- PPCH Grit Award December 2019
Certification
- QMAP
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- CPR/First Aid
- Conducting Serious Incident Investigations
Timeline
Operations and Scheduling Coordinator
Parker Personal Care Homes Inc.
10.2023 - Current
Director of Day Program
Parker Personal Care Homes Inc.
06.2018 - 10.2023
Day Program Manager
Support Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2018
Day Program Coordinator
Support Inc.
03.2015 - 01.2016
Direct Support Professional
Support Inc.
07.2014 - 03.2015
Special Education Teacher
Brighton School District 27J
08.2006 - 02.2014
House/Animal Sitter
Self-employeed
06.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12
University of Northern Colorado
08.2001 - 05.2006
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