Mandy Perius
Bismarck,ND
Summary
Compassionate Social Worker with background in maintaining organization while planning and coordinating activities as an Activities Director, and serving as a Social Worker in Case Management. Knowledgeable in evaluating clients needs, and conducting group activities to improve quality of life. My prior Social Work experience and current license has provided me with a diverse case management expertise with proven competence to quickly build trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultures. I am hardworking, reliable, organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality and I am eager to apply my skills to this organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Modification Specialist
ND Health And Human Services
12.2023 - Current
- Enhance client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.
- Improve client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Assist in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
- Develop strong rapport with clients and their families, foster trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Adapt therapy materials as needed to meet the unique needs of each individual client, ensuring optimal engagement during sessions.
- Implement crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Train clients to apply appropriate social skills and behavior modification techniques.
- Implement strategies to reduce anxiety and stress levels in clients.
- Use Avatar to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
Activities Director
Missouri Slope
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Helped residents participate in activities with basic and advanced mobility support.
- Assisted residents with developing and maintaining positive social skills, mental aptitude, confidence and strong interpersonal connections.
- Upheld positive quality of life standards for residents of all ability levels.
- Remained alert to conditions interfering with safety and well-being of residents involved in activities.
- Maintained adequate supplies to meet activities needs.
- Coordinated musical guests, movies and other types of resident entertainment.
- Tracked resident demographics and preferences in order to develop enjoyable activities plans.
- Visited with residents to provide sensory stimulation and reality orientation.
- Updated facility schedule and related records.
- Lead engaging individual and group activities to promote resident involvement.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
Social Worker II
Sanford Health
04.2015 - 12.2021
- Maintained confidential case documentation.
- Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.
- Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
- Implemented social service interventions to achieve treatment goals and address client needs.
- Engaged in community outreach and program development to support patient and caregiver needs.
- Identified and addressed financial and emotional barriers to discharge and recovery.
- Educated patients and caregivers on community resources and post-acute level of care criteria, benefits and coverage.
- Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
- Referred patients to community resources for mental health treatment, child protective services and assistance for people with developmental disabilities.
Care Coordinator
Data Dynamics Inc
08.2014 - 04.2015
- As part of my contract with the North Dakota National Guard, I worked to ensure the medical safety of our ND Guard Soldiers by following up with their medical needs.
- Maintained a case load in which I would make follow up calls to the Soldiers/patients and any medical facilities to obtain any missing documentation pertaining to their injury.
- Maintained accurate, updated files on military personnel.
Education
Associates of Science -
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, NDSome College (No Degree) - Generals
Dickinson State University
Dickinson, NDSocial Work
Minot State University
Minot, ND05.2014
Certificate - Airline/Travel
International Air And Hospitality Academy
Vancouver, WA04.1998
Skills
- Client engagement
- Documentation skills
- Group facilitation
- Event planning
- Calendar management
- Activity organization
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Flexible schedule
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Organizational skills
- Organizational Skills
- Member Retention
- Customer Inquiries
- Budgeting Understanding
- Customer Experience
- Computer Literacy
Certification
Occupational Licenses, Certificates, and Training
1998 Airline/Travel Certificate
05/2015 - 12/2023 LBSW NDBSWE
03/2022 - 04/2025 CNA License
Professional References
• Deb Schon, LICSW
Team Lead
West Central Human Services
701-250-4859
• Leann Hokanson, RN
Vice President of Resident Services
Missouri Slope
701-223-9407
• Nicole Willett, LBSW
Social Work Case Management Supervisor
Sanford Hospital
701-400-2614
Timeline
Behavior Modification Specialist
ND Health And Human Services
12.2023 - Current
Activities Director
Missouri Slope
01.2022 - 11.2023
Social Worker II
Sanford Health
04.2015 - 12.2021
Care Coordinator
Data Dynamics Inc
08.2014 - 04.2015
Associates of Science -
Bismarck State College
Some College (No Degree) - Generals
Dickinson State University
Social Work
Minot State University
Certificate - Airline/Travel
International Air And Hospitality Academy