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Karin McAdoo

Jamestown,NY

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Resource Facilitator

ASPIRE of WNY
12.2007 - Current
  • Mentored staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team.
  • Established rapport with participants and families by employing active listening skills during initial intake interviews.
  • Facilitated workshops and trainings, increasing participants'' knowledge of available resources and services.
  • Provided ongoing support to participants and families throughout the navigation process, addressing concerns or barriers as they arose.
  • Responsible for scheduling staff and participants.
  • Writing plans with goals for each participant along with safeguards to ensure safety
  • Collaborate with families, participants, care coordinators, internal agency programs, and outside agencies
  • Reviewing and submitting timesheets for staff


Day Habilitation Assistant

Aspire Of WNY
09.2005 - 12.2007
  • Developed strong rapport with participants by consistently demonstrating empathy, active listening, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Promoted participant safety by implementing risk management strategies during daily activities, reducing incidents of injury or harm.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for participants, including healthy hygiene and daily living skills
  • Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing day habilitation services by strictly adhering to established policies and procedures.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, ensuring program effectiveness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Actively participated in staff meetings and trainings to remain current on best practices in day habilitation services, ensuring high-quality care for all persons served.
  • Transported participants to and from program site as well as for community outings including volunteer opportunities to promote inclusion and socialization

Residential Care Aide

Aspire Of WNY
08.2004 - 09.2005


  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas, including laundry, bedding, and other household duties as needed for each resident.
  • Assisted in medication administration, and monitored vitals ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician instructions.
  • Maintained dignity throughout the caregiving process and patient comfort through meticulous attention to personal hygiene and grooming needs
  • Promoted social interaction among residents through the organization of group activities and events.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between residents, family members, and healthcare professionals by serving as a liaison.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively through non-confrontational approaches such as redirection or de-escalation techniques when necessary.
  • Provided emotional support to residents and their families during times of transition or adjustment.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently while following established protocols for crisis interventions or medical emergencies.
  • Supported mealtime routines by assisting residents with feeding, preparing modified diets as needed, and encouraging balanced nutrition intake.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jamestown High School
Jamestown NY
06-1988

Skills

  • Meeting facilitation
  • Participant and staff advocacy
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking/problem solving
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Training delivery
  • Cross-functional teamwork

Timeline

Resource Facilitator

ASPIRE of WNY
12.2007 - Current

Day Habilitation Assistant

Aspire Of WNY
09.2005 - 12.2007

Residential Care Aide

Aspire Of WNY
08.2004 - 09.2005

High School Diploma -

Jamestown High School

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