Leona Young
Columbia,LA
Summary
Highly determined, self-motivated, and reliable individual with a strong work ethic that fuels excellence in all tasks. Exceptional interpersonal skills enable effective teamwork while also exhibiting the ability to work independently. Highly adaptable and eager to acquire new skills and knowledge, consistently pursuing personal growth and development. Possesses over 1 year of clinical experience in Occupational Therapy and Psychology, along with a diverse range of expertise gained from 10 years in the school system and 8 months in Case Management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
The Family Tree/ CENLA Healthy Start
12.2023 - Current
- Managed diverse responsibilities as Case Manager
- Engaged in interpersonal discussions in diverse meeting scenarios
- Built rapport with individuals while managing time effectively and conducting assessments for anxiety, depression, and domestic violence
- Demonstrated innovative thinking in Case Management by successfully completing multiple tasks including detailed documentation, referral acquisition from local communities, and active involvement in Coalition meetings spanning 5 parishes.
- Facilitating the daily search for resources within communities to assist individuals.
- Completed trainings in Car Seat safety with Louisiana Task Force, ASIST for suicide prevention, Nurturing Parenting Education, Doula Training with DONA, Narcan Training, and Healthy Start Epic
- Established connections with various stakeholders including medical facilities, doctor offices, health clinics, individuals, and communities in my role as a Case Manager.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
Student Intern
Ouachita Healthcare Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed skills as a student intern by providing assistance in a Skilled Nursing facility under the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at University of Louisiana of Monroe.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
- Developed time-management skills through balancing multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines during the internship period.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Enhanced internship experience by actively participating in team meetings and contributing valuable ideas.
Student Intern
Franklin Parish School Board
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Gained valuable experience as a student intern in the school system's Occupational Therapy Assistant program at the University of Louisiana, Monroe.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
- Developed time-management skills through balancing multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines during the internship period.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Enhanced internship experience by actively participating in team meetings and contributing valuable ideas.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new software programs and tools quickly, enhancing overall efficiency within the intern role.
- Developed strong communication skills by presenting findings in team meetings and collaborating on group projects.
Student Intern
University of Louisiana at Monroe
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Performed all Occupational Therapy Assistant duties at the ULM clinic.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Enhanced internship experience by actively participating in team meetings and contributing valuable ideas.
- Developed strong communication skills by presenting findings in team meetings and collaborating on group projects.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Student Intern
Savannah Grand of West Monroe
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Executed responsibilities as a student intern within the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at University of Louisiana at Monroe's Dementia clinic.
- Gained exposure to various aspects of the industry through active participation in company events, workshops, and training sessions during the internship period.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Enhanced internship experience by actively participating in team meetings and contributing valuable ideas.
- Developed strong communication skills by presenting findings in team meetings and collaborating on group projects.
- Expanded professional network by actively engaging with colleagues and mentors within the organization, fostering valuable connections for future career opportunities.
- Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Psychology -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05.2023
Associate in Occupational Therapy -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA12.2020
2 years Pre-requisite in Occupational Therapy -
Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA05.2019
Skills
- Sales Experience
- Pediatrics
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Autism Experience
- Dementia Care (Less than 1 year)
- Special Education
- Group Therapy (1 year)
- Senior Care
- Meal Preparation
- Alzheimer's Care
- Caregiving
- Home Care
- Social Work
- Motivational Interviewing
- Vital Signs
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Behavior Management
- Curriculum Development
- Case Management
- Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Case Documentation
- Organization and Multitasking
- Documentation And Reporting
- Relationship Building
- Decision-Making
- Conflict Resolution
- Positive Attitude
- Client Advocacy
- Care Coordination
- Community Resources
- Case Planning
- Documentation proficiency
- Community Outreach
- Emotional awareness
- MS Office
- Referral Coordination
- Case Management Tracking
- Case Needs Assessment
- Home Visits and Inspections
- Needs Assessment
- Intervention Plans
- Family Education Programs
- Family Education
- Group Therapy
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Team building
- Client meetings
- Interpersonal Communication
- Task Prioritization
Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Case Manager
The Family Tree/ CENLA Healthy Start
12.2023 - Current
Student Intern
Ouachita Healthcare Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 12.2020
Student Intern
Franklin Parish School Board
08.2020 - 10.2020
Student Intern
University of Louisiana at Monroe
01.2020 - 08.2020
Student Intern
Savannah Grand of West Monroe
01.2020 - 04.2020
Bachelor's degree in Psychology -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Associate in Occupational Therapy -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
2 years Pre-requisite in Occupational Therapy -
Louisiana Delta Community College
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
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