Karen /Kharren Thompson
Poughkeepsie,NY
Summary
Dynamic Day Habilitation Specialist at Anderson Center For Autism with a proven track record in resource advocacy and client support. Expert in developing adaptive strategies and fostering independence, I effectively connect clients with community resources while maintaining a friendly, positive attitude. Committed to enhancing lives through compassionate care and problem resolution.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Habilitation Specialist
Anderson Center For Autism
Staatsburg, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, housekeeping tasks.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Supported patients in crisis prevention, intervention and resolution.
- Conducted assessments of participants' needs and developed strategies to meet those needs.
- Assessed effectiveness of treatment plans and made adjustments to achieve service plan goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Actively advocated for the rights of people living with disabilities within the community.
- Connected clients with community and relationship-building opportunities.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Assisted individuals in developing and refining life skills such as hygiene, communication, problem-solving, money management, and interpersonal relationships.
Health Promter
Sun River Health
Lake Peekskill, NY
02.2011 - Current
- Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs.
- Spoke with health community workers and members of public about importance of health, prevention and treatment.
- Provided necessary health education training for patients.
- Offered subject matter expertise for clinical assistance and program services like WIC.
- Educated community members on disease prevention, vaccines and mental health resources. and assist on bridging gaps between health care providers and communities in need.
Patient Access Liason
Nuvance Health
Rhinebeck, NY
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Obtained necessary signatures for privacy laws and consent for treatment.
- Verified demographics and insurance information to register patients in computer system.
- Updated reference materials with Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements, guidelines, policies and list of accepted insurance plans.
- Communicated financial obligations to patients and collected fees at time of service.
- Assembled registration paperwork and placed identification bands on patient.
CASA Worker
Mental Health of America
Poughkeepsie, NY
01.2015 - 02.2019
- Gather information in order to establish the facts and circumstances of child in care situation.
- Actively pursue a safe permanent placement for child in care.
- Write reports relating to results of investigation and relate directly to judges.
Therapeutic Foster Care Provider
Fishkill Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
Beacon, NY
01.2001 - 01.2019
HHA/PCA
Plaza Nursus Agency
, Jamaica
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Education
Associate in Business Management/Bookkeeping - Accounting And Business Management
Browns Town Community College
St Ann, Jamaica 09.1984
High School Diploma - Human Services
Queens High School
Kingston , Jamaica 09.1981
Skills
- Resource Advocacy
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Team Management
- Team Building
- Organizational Skills
- People Skills
- Customer Service
- Active Listening
- First Aid/CPR
- Problem Resolution
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Client advocacy
- Community outreach
- Behavioral support
- Adaptive strategies
- Sensory support
- Reliability and punctuality
- Rehabilitation assistance
Affiliations
- Love outdoors loves cooking, enjoy parenting
Timeline
Day Habilitation Specialist
Anderson Center For Autism
03.2024 - Current
Patient Access Liason
Nuvance Health
08.2021 - 03.2022
CASA Worker
Mental Health of America
01.2015 - 02.2019
Health Promter
Sun River Health
02.2011 - Current
Therapeutic Foster Care Provider
Fishkill Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
01.2001 - 01.2019
HHA/PCA
Plaza Nursus Agency
Associate in Business Management/Bookkeeping - Accounting And Business Management
Browns Town Community College
High School Diploma - Human Services
Queens High School
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