Kyle McDonald
Brigham City,United States
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in resource identification and team management, notably at Chrysalis. Excelled in developing individualized care plans and mentoring staff, enhancing client independence and well-being. Skilled in both hard (process improvement) and soft (behavior management) skills, demonstrating significant achievements in enhancing operational efficiency and team cohesion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Living Specialist
Roads to Independence
05.2024 - Current
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Taught Life Skills and Vocational classes to youth with disabilities
Associate Director
Chrysalis
01.2017 - 05.2023
- Assisted clients with disabilities to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Managed Client and Program finances
- Hired, trained and mentored new hires and new managers.
Fermentation Operator
WhiteWave Foods
12.2014 - 12.2016
- Received raw materials, batched, pasteurized and fermented yogurt in an industrial setting
- Operated both HTST and UHT in accordance with HACCP guidelines
- Performed CIP and COP procedures for cleaning, sanitation and allergen elimination
- Operated Cup Filler and other equipment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences Education
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12-2011
Skills
- Resource identification
- Life skills training
- Budgeting assistance
- Transportation coordination
- Assessment development
- Written communication
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Team building
- Behavior management
- Budget management
- Hiring and retention
- Process improvement
- Team management
Timeline
Independent Living Specialist
Roads to Independence
05.2024 - Current
Associate Director
Chrysalis
01.2017 - 05.2023
Fermentation Operator
WhiteWave Foods
12.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences Education
University of Northern Colorado
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