Marie Ange Laroche
Holyoke,MA
Summary
Paralegal motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth. Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal Specialist
Jewish Family Services
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained law and administrative library, as well as department files and records.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Investigated claims and prepared processing documentation.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
Case Manager
Jewish Family Services
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- 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.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department Of Developmental Services
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highview Of Northampton
07.2016 - 07.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Academy of Nursing Elodie-Mailloux
Port- Du-Prince, Haiti05.1999
High School Diploma -
College Leo Defay
Port-Du-Prince, Haiti05.1994
Skills
- Interviewing Abilities
- Administrative Support
- Foreign Law Familiarity
- Fluent in English, Haitian Creole, French
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Interpretation Certified
- Nursing Assistance 2009
- CNA
Languages
Haitian Creole
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paralegal Specialist
Jewish Family Services
10.2023 - Current
Case Manager
Jewish Family Services
07.2022 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department Of Developmental Services
06.2020 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highview Of Northampton
07.2016 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Academy of Nursing Elodie-Mailloux
High School Diploma -
College Leo Defay
- CPR Certified
- Interpretation Certified
- Nursing Assistance 2009
- CNA
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