Mary Elizabeth Mann
Knoxville,MD
Summary
Dedicated supervisor with a strong background in management and operations of group homes with individualized personalized care planning. Expertise in facilitating group activities, staff supervision, enhancing group cohesion and communication. Work cooperatively with and between clients and service providers always with a focus on client desired outcomes.
Compassionate residential counselor with effective communication skills and crisis intervention support. Successful in maintaining safe environments and empowering clients through highly individualized care plans and engaging group activities that enhance quality of life.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Counselor
ARCFC
Frederick, MD
09.2014 - 03.2026
- Delivered daily support and guidance to empower residential clients at ARCFC.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills and encourage community integration.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for all residents.
- Assisted in developing personalized planning to enhance client well-being.
Elder Care Provider
Home Instead Senior Care Home
Frederick, MD
09.2014 - 11.2018
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with family members and healthcare teams.
Case Manager
JFGH now Makom
Bethesda, MD
06.1987 - 06.2014
- Coordinated client assessments to identify needs and develop service plans.
- Facilitated communication between clients and service providers for effective care delivery.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans to meet evolving needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support to clients in distress or facing challenges.
- Educated clients about available resources and services within the community.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate client records in compliance with DDA regulations.
- Supervised staff within 4 Group Homes
- Held weekly staff meetings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 08.1981 - 05.1986
Skills
- Person Centered Care Planning and implementation
- Client assessments
- Crisis intervention support
- Group facilitation activities
- Extensive staff supervision
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work constructively and well with families
- Personal care assistance
Certification
- CPR
- Medication Certification
- First Aide
- Board of Child Care DC Foster Parent 1995-2000
Affiliations
Enjoy volunteering, photography, learning, gardening and being out in the natural world
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Residential Counselor
ARCFC
09.2014 - 03.2026
Elder Care Provider
Home Instead Senior Care Home
09.2014 - 11.2018
Case Manager
JFGH now Makom
06.1987 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland
08.1981 - 05.1986