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Karen Govens

Program Specilist
Warminster,PA

Summary

Support day-to-day program operations with expertise in records management and resource coordination. Skillfully meet diverse needs and address issues to maintain efficiency and program outreach. Demonstrated success in building long-lasting relationships.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Specialist

Active Day Of Warminster
2022.09 - Current
  • Coordinate and complete assessments and develops member goals.
  • Assess members progress with goals and objectives.
  • Participate in the development of member ISPs, including any required updates or revisions.
  • Act as member "Plan" lead as applicable relating to development, annual update and revision of the ISP; and ISP review and revision.
  • Attend ISP meetings, report any discrepancies in the ISP or any changes relating to the member's needs.
  • Ensure services provided are in accordance with ISP, review, sign, and date monthly documentation of member participation and progress, and make recommendations if revisions to a service or outcome are needed.
  • Coordinate training of teammates in the content of health and safety needs relevant to each member.
  • Perform all required documentation to ensure compliance with state regulations.
  • Maintain a filing system; prepares case notes, reports, summaries, and documentation at the request of the Center Director.


Home Coordinator/Manager

Horizon House Inc.
2000.10 - 2022.09
  • I managed a group home for intellectually disabled adults, I coordinated and implemented services in accordance to each resident's ISP, I attended ISP meetings, I administered medication, and I attended quarterly psychotropic medication reviews.
  • I provided initial staff training, monitored proficiencies and progression of certifications and knowledge, I ensured the completion of yearly training requirements.
  • I investigated all allegations of abuse, neglect, or abuse.
  • I employed analytical skills, compassion, integrity, and dependability.

Education

Master of Arts - Human Services

Lincoln University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2010

Skills

  • Eligibility Determination
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Heartsaver CPR AED
  • First Aid
  • Client Advocacy
  • Microsoft Office
  • Counseling
  • Volunteer Management

Timeline

Program Specialist

Active Day Of Warminster
2022.09 - Current

Home Coordinator/Manager

Horizon House Inc.
2000.10 - 2022.09

Master of Arts - Human Services

Lincoln University
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