Kori Wood

• Monitor and maintain the physical and environmental conditions of animals both large and small in a research setting.
• Feed, water, groom, and provide other types of care to ensure animal welfare while consistently evaluating the general condition of animals by and collecting and recording data.
• Clean and maintain animal environments; stock supplies; follow approved protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation on both research animals and their environment
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
• Collaborate with multiple departments and team members to ensure the best care for research animals
• Continuing education with the latest information and training events

• Enhanced collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for better service delivery and client support.
• Educated families about mental health conditions, helping them understand their loved one''s needs and supporting them throughout the treatment process.
• Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing urgent cases and ensuring timely followups.
• Assisted clients in crisis situations by providing immediate support and coordinating necessary services.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall effectiveness of mental health services provided to clients.
• Conducted home visits when necessary, assessing living environments for safety concerns or potential triggers that could impact a client''s mental wellbeing negatively.
• Developed strong rapport with clients, building trust and enabling more effective case management interventions.
• Maintained accurate case records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards..

• Responsible for recruiting volunteers and hiring staff; background checks, monitor work and evaluate performance
• Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members
• Monitored performance metrics, analyzing trends to identify areas requiring attention or improvement.
• Improved coordination and communications across five departments within the organization to increase operational efficiency.
• Recommend and updated policy and procedure changes
• Enhanced communication within the organization through regular interdepartmental meetings and updates.
• Prepared and submitted accurate, timely management and financial reports and project budgets along with accounts payable and receivable and grant research
• Served as information source and liaison between the County and various community groups, advisory boards, and State, Federal (FEMA), regional organizations, and media
• Conducted community outreach to public and private businesses/organizations promoting workplace safety, emergency management concepts, disaster planning, residential and business preparedness
• Performed crowd control duties during large gatherings or events, maintaining order while prioritizing the safety of all attendees
• Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices in public safety operations and procedures
• Ensured proper equipment, materials and supplies are available
• Addressed complaints from the general public
• Performed specialized duties depending on individual ability and the needs of the county, or as assigned.
• Worked in all types of weather; 24 hours shifts; Lifting, stocking, and tracking supplies
• Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with company''s mission and vision.

• Cum laude Graduate
• NSLS Member
• Elected to Secretary for Student Government in 2017
• 3.55 GPA

• Fall 2017 Graduate of the Student Leadership Academy

• 2017-2018 Indiana Department of Homeland Security Scholarship Recipient