Oversaw benefits for 160 individuals throughout Simpson, Copiah, and Lincoln Counties. This was completed by face-to-face appointment and telephone contacts. Completing this information also allowed Boswell to receive reimbursement for personal care of said individuals.
Received incoming phone calls and contact form submissions and provided timely responses to inquiries.
Established goals and created action plans to achieve goals.
Assisted with writing Boswell Regional Center's Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
Motivated and directed staff to align operations with organizational mission using appropriate training initiatives.
Maintained regular communication between departments via email and phone calls to coordinate program logistics.
Home and Community Supports Director
Boswell Regional Center
07.2013 - Current
Oversaw individuals in their homes in Claiborne, Copiah, Lincoln, Pike, Wilkerson, and Simpson Counties.
Implemented innovative programs to increase individuals cognitive development.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for these individuals in their homes.
Program Manager
Boswell Regional Center
09.2002 - Current
Reported regularly to Support Coordinators and other team members as well as family members on progress,
Recruited and oversaw personnel to serve 60 individuals throughout Boswell Regional Center's Group Homes and Apartments in Simpson County.
Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures as well as Policies and Procedures ensure successful execution.
Assisted with openting several Group Homes and Apartments for Boswell Regional Center's Community Service's Division.
Licensed Social Worker
Ellisville State School
04.2000 - 09.2002
Prepared Objectives for individuals in an ICF/IDD environment reports to define goals, weaknesses and strengths of residents.
Collaborated with a designated Team to discuss individuals strengths and weaknesses weekly.
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Maintained regular contact with individuals families monthly ts by calling and/or face-to-face visits.
Case Manager
Community Counseling
08.1998 - 04.2000
Coordinated services with teachers, physicians, and therapist to provide useful benefits to school aged children.
Provided evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis management to 9-12 year olds to lessen negative on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.