Leesa M Waddell
Marion,OH
Summary
Dedicated CDCA/Case Manager committed to empowering individuals in overcoming the challenges of addiction and mental health. By fostering a belief in the potential for healing and restoration, demonstrates that recovery is achievable for everyone, regardless of background. Leverages personal experiences to share valuable insights, encouraging others to overcome obstacles and emerge as beacons of hope. Aims to inspire confidence in those on their recovery journey, proving that transformation is not only possible but also serves as a powerful testament to resilience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDCA/ Case Management
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions
06.2023 - Current
- Managed a caseload of diverse clients, successfully addressing their unique needs while maintaining high standards of service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated timely transitions between care settings by coordinating with healthcare providers, families, and insurance companies.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations, expanding available resources for clients in need of additional support.
- Communicated with supervisor regarding issues related to case management, resourcing, service collaboration and development of new resources.
- Monitored the effectiveness of case management plans and adjusted strategies as needed to maximize results.
- Advocated for clients'' best interests during meetings with healthcare providers, ensuring they received necessary care and interventions.
- Coordinated with legal professionals when necessary to address issues related to insurance coverage or other legal matters impacting client cases.
- Provided safety planning, crisis intervention and case management to clients.
- Assisted and accompanied clients and families to court, legal appointments, health care, public benefits and social or community agencies relative to client short- and long-term stabilization goals.
- Made appropriate referrals, monitored client services in appropriate time frames, sought supervisory guidance as required, documented services provided and completed departmental billing procedures.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' needs to determine appropriate services and support.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
Ministry Leader/ Mentor
Volunteering
01.2017 - Current
- Building relationships with others based on trust and honesty.
- Increased awareness of support and participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
- Problem solving and skill teaching to assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles .
- Help finding Community resources for food, housing, cars, transportation ect.
- Referred patients for community support outside of treatment and medical providers.
- Shared personal stories and experiences to provide hope, advocacy and one-on-one support to peers.
- Attended meetings and trainings to optimize professional development.
Peer Support Specialist
Day One Interg
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained strict data confidentiality and privacy on information related to individuals.
- Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
- Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling individuals.
- Shared details regarding recovery and wellness principles focused on helping others struggling to stay focused on personal recovery journeys.
- Aided individuals by developing wellness plans and advance directives to achieve goals.
- Transported individuals safely to support meetings and medical appointments.
- Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
Child Care Provider
self-employed
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Maintained safe, healthy and comfortable childcare environment.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Maintained flexibility to work with children of various ages, different personalities and in different roles.
Home Health Aide
self-employed
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Traveled to clients home to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
- Provided Mobility assistance such as walking and exercising
- Provided transportation and appointment management.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
Education
CDCA -
Wise Communications
10.2022
Recovery Coach Academy Online ADAMH
Marion, Oh06.2022
G.E.D -
Marion Technical Institute
Marion, Oh05.2019
Skills
- Active listening
- Community engagement
- Independent daily functioning
- Helping individuals overcome barriers
- Client Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Encouraging Individual Counseling for substance abuse/ Mental health
- Intervention Support
- Decision Making
- Community Resources and Education
- Case Management
- Data Confidentiality
- Care Planning
- Support Group Facilitation
- Crisis Intervention
- File and Record Keeping
- Basic Maintenance Skills
- Documentation and Reporting
- Patient Intake
- Schedule Management
Accomplishments
- 8 years in recovery
- Active in Worship Ministry At Genesis Church for 5 years
- Working Faith based recovery
- Peer support specialist certified
- Becoming a Certified CDCA
- Actively supporting and Advocating Recovery through out the community.
Certification
Chemical dependency counselor assistant II
Timeline
CDCA/ Case Management
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions
06.2023 - Current
Peer Support Specialist
Day One Interg
11.2022 - 05.2023
Home Health Aide
self-employed
11.2019 - 01.2022
Child Care Provider
self-employed
11.2019 - 05.2022
Ministry Leader/ Mentor
Volunteering
01.2017 - Current
Recovery Coach Academy Online ADAMH
CDCA -
Wise Communications
G.E.D -
Marion Technical Institute
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