Lorie Wilson
Manchester,NH
Summary
Dedicated, self-motivated professional possessing excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with a talent for gaining trust and confidence with others.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Gateways Community Services
09.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and self-sufficiency.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
Direct Support Professional
Opportunity Networks
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skill such as, meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
Teacher
JFNH Preschool
09.2001 - 06.2019
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
After-School Program Director
New Morning Scools
08.2011 - 04.2019
- Enhanced student engagement by developing and implementing innovative after-school programs.
- Improved overall student performance by providing targeted academic support in core subjects.
- Boosted parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and hosting regular meetings to discuss progress.
- Established an inclusive environment where all students felt welcome and valued, fostering a sense of belonging among participants.
- Implemented a comprehensive staff professional development plan, ensuring continuous improvement and growth in program quality.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Trained and supervised site staff.
Education
ECE Lead Teacher Certificate -
Manchester Community College
Manchester, NH2009
Skills
- Self-motivated
- State licensing Health & Safety training courses
- Case Management
- Care Coordination
- Home Visits and Inspections
- Annual Case Reviews
- Documentation proficiency
- Organization and Multitasking
- Conflict resolution
- Relias Training
Timeline
Case Manager
Gateways Community Services
09.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Opportunity Networks
08.2019 - 09.2021
After-School Program Director
New Morning Scools
08.2011 - 04.2019
Teacher
JFNH Preschool
09.2001 - 06.2019
ECE Lead Teacher Certificate -
Manchester Community College
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