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Linnea Ward

Service Director
Cambridge,MN

Summary

Worked in the social service field with vulnerable populations for 20 years. Started as a direct support staff and addressed various behavioral and mental health the people served had. Now oversee behavior interventions as directed by MN 245-D.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Director

Integrity Living Options
10.2024 - Current

Oversaw the implementation of Positive Support Service implementation with vulnerable populations. Ensured adherence to 245D compliance. Supervised PSA and PSS staff, developed trainings, and trained staff on job duties, 245D requirements, and Positive Supports implementation.

Senior Director

Integrity Living Options, INC.
05.2023 - 10.2024

Ensured compliance with 245D standards. Supervised Service Director and completion of compliance items. Addressed concerns with staff performance and conflicts.

Service Director

Integrity Living Options, INC.
05.2019 - 05.2023

Oversaw the implementation of Positive Support Service implementation with vulnerable populations. Ensured adherence to 245D compliance. Supervised PSA and PSS staff, developed trainings, and trained staff on job duties, 245D requirements, and Positive Supports implementation.

Behavior Analyst/Float Staff

Integrity Living Options
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Completed all the tasks assigned to a Behavior Analyst, along with a high frequency of starting up services for new clients, assisting with filling-in services for clients until a primary Behavior Analyst is assigned.

Behavior Analyst/CSS Lead Staff

Integrity Living Options
09.2016 - 08.2018
  • Completed all the tasks assigned to a Behavior Analyst, along with tasks associated with CSS Lead Staff
  • Additional tasks included: Training incoming staff on CSS protocols, such as: deadlines, timesheets, scheduling, and paperwork
  • Trained Behavior Specialist staff on data documentation and behavior response
  • Trained Behavior Analyst staff on Behavior Plan creation, data systems creation and implementation, training staff, team communication, and creating quarterlies based on clients' progress with services
  • Mentored staff regarding successful implementation of services
  • Created training for staff on training care providers.

Respite Care Provider

Rise, Inc.
10.2006 - 04.2017
  • Worked with a Down Syndrome male on various tasks
  • Assisted with going out in the public and social interactions, hygiene and chores.

Behavior Analyst

Integrity Living Options
03.2014 - 09.2016
  • Created Behavior Plans based on Functional Assessments and baseline data that was collected
  • Created formal data collection systems
  • Trained care providers on behavior plan implementation and documentation on the formal data collection systems
  • Analyzed data provided to determine the effectiveness of the Behavior Plan
  • Created quarterly reports based on data collected regarding clients' progress with services
  • Maintained team communication and coordination
  • Maintained plans and documents created, revising documents as needed
  • Met with clients in several settings and engaged clients in individualized skill-building, based on the client's needs
  • Oversaw the implementation of services for both the Behavior Analyst services and the Behavior Specialist services.

Behavior Specialist

Integrity Living Options
11.2013 - 03.2014
  • Implemented behavioral plans for clients with challenging behaviors
  • Aided clients in achieving greater independence.

Waivered Service Staff

Provide Care, Inc.
04.2012 - 11.2013
  • Implemented programs of clients in an adult foster care setting
  • Helped clients with hygiene, goals, medical needs and safety.

Site Coordinator

Provide Care, Inc.
10.2011 - 04.2012
  • Managed an adult foster care home
  • Responsible for overseeing the shifts, appointments of clients, the managing of money and needs of the house.

Waivered Service Staff

Provide Care, Inc.
04.2007 - 10.2011
  • Implemented plans of adults in an adult foster care setting
  • Helped with making goals, daily routines, managing money, and kept a clean environment.

Home Health Aide/Homemaker

Sunrise Health Services
04.2006 - 06.2007
  • Went to clients' homes and maintained a clean environment for them
  • Everything from cleaning the house to helping the client with personal hygiene.

Sales Associate

Motherhood Maternity
07.2005 - 04.2006
  • Independently opened and closed the store by myself
  • Cashiered, stocked shelves, and helped customers with their many needs.

Education

Bachelors in Arts Psychology -

Concordia University, St. Paul
08.2016 - 2018.12

AA degree with an emphasis in Psychology -

Anoka-Ramsey Community College
08.2013 - 2018.12

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (including: Excel, Word, and Outlook)

An excellent interpersonal communicator and collaborator

Strong understanding of behaviorism and application of techniques to behavior plans

Proficient in Microsoft Office (including: Excel, Word, and Outlook)

Timeline

Service Director

Integrity Living Options
10.2024 - Current

Senior Director

Integrity Living Options, INC.
05.2023 - 10.2024

Service Director

Integrity Living Options, INC.
05.2019 - 05.2023

Behavior Analyst/Float Staff

Integrity Living Options
08.2018 - 05.2019

Behavior Analyst/CSS Lead Staff

Integrity Living Options
09.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelors in Arts Psychology -

Concordia University, St. Paul
08.2016 - 2018.12

Behavior Analyst

Integrity Living Options
03.2014 - 09.2016

Behavior Specialist

Integrity Living Options
11.2013 - 03.2014

AA degree with an emphasis in Psychology -

Anoka-Ramsey Community College
08.2013 - 2018.12

Waivered Service Staff

Provide Care, Inc.
04.2012 - 11.2013

Site Coordinator

Provide Care, Inc.
10.2011 - 04.2012

Waivered Service Staff

Provide Care, Inc.
04.2007 - 10.2011

Respite Care Provider

Rise, Inc.
10.2006 - 04.2017

Home Health Aide/Homemaker

Sunrise Health Services
04.2006 - 06.2007

Sales Associate

Motherhood Maternity
07.2005 - 04.2006
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