Margaret-Ann Rice
Portsmouth,NH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Able to focus under pressure and remain call even in the most chaotic environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Homemaker
Rice Family
Portsmouth, NH
10.2006 - Current
- Mother and wife
- Cook, clean, managed a busy household of two children, two dogs, two cats and a husband.
- Scheduling appointments, volunteering when needed, transportation, etc.
- Emotional support to all family members on a daily basis.
Residential Program Coordinator
Community Partners NH
Dover, NH
06.2003 - 09.2007
- Managed adult foster care placements within Rockingham and Strafford county, NH
- Responded to injuries, accidents and allegations of abuse and misconduct by following company policies and when appropriate, law enforcement.
- Participated in community events with clients.
- Conducted monthly checks of homes for security purposes and identified issues requiring immediate resolution.
- Communicated regularly with guardians and team members of clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Supporting and managing caregivers/home providers
- Ensuring that all State regulations were maintained in all clients homes/placements.
Residential Program Coordinator
The Institute Of Professional Practice
Lee, NH
08.2002 - 07.2003
- Supervised homes of adult individuals with developmental disabilities throughout Rockingham and Strafford counties.
- Provided support to both clients and caregivers.
- Monthly home visits to ensure the quality of care.
- Documentation and regular team meetings to support the client and the caregiver.
Clubhouse Model Support Person
Elliot House
Newton Center, MA
07.2000 - 08.2002
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Supported adults within the realm of mental health to reinforce activities of daily living (cooking, transportation, employment) in a social supportive atmosphere.
- Supervised field-trips to areas of New England to provide education and life skills.
- Produced documentation of any incidents or accidents if they were to occur.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Gerontology
The University of Vermont
Burlington, Vermont 01.1997 - 05.2000
Skills
Project planning
Schedule Management
Meeting planning
Childcare experience
Teamwork and Collaboration
Written Communication
Good Telephone Etiquette
Active Listening
Decision-Making
Volunteer Postions
The Fairy House Tour:
An annual event in Portsmouth, NH. Worked with a team of individuals to execute an extremely well attended community event. (2011-2013)
The Great Island 5K:
An annual 3.1 mile road race in New Castle, NH. Work with the committee to ensure a safe, fun and competitive race for the community. (2015-present)
Timeline
Homemaker
Rice Family
10.2006 - Current
Residential Program Coordinator
Community Partners NH
06.2003 - 09.2007
Residential Program Coordinator
The Institute Of Professional Practice
08.2002 - 07.2003
Clubhouse Model Support Person
Elliot House
07.2000 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Gerontology
The University of Vermont
01.1997 - 05.2000