Melissa Heath
Jackson,Michigan
Summary
Dynamic Community Coach at LifeSpan with a proven track record in empowering individuals with disabilities. Skilled in trauma-informed care and effective communication, I foster independence and personal growth. My dedication to client advocacy and goal setting has led to significant improvements in social skills and community engagement for those I support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Coach
LifeSpan
09.2022 - Current
As a community coach I work with, coach, train, assist, help individuals with disabilities overcome obstacles and work on goals they want to accomplish. Mentor, guide, observe, document and protect the individuals I take out in the community daily on outings around the community. I assist them to overcome social issues, learning issues, traffic safety, personal safety, I teach them situational awareness, I assist with adding, budgeting, making and accomplishing goals they hope to accomplish. Reading, writing, I teach them the skills they need to become as independent and happy , healthy fullfing life.
Education
G - Intro
Baker College
Jackson, MIDiploma - General Studies
East Jackson High School
Jackson, MI05.1999
Skills
- Coaching techniques
- Empathy development
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Clinical documentation
- Client documentation
- Community resources
- Task prioritization
- Client advocacy
- Self motivation
- Family support
- Interpersonal skills
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Crisis intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Client needs assessment
- Behavioral assessment
- Community outreach
- Group therapy
- Substance abuse prevention
- Substance abuse counseling
- Child welfare advocate
Accomplishments
Peer recovery coach certificate, ordained minister, celebrate recovery leadership. Peer support mentor certificate
Working outside, swimming, walking, bowling, bingo, painting, car shows
I am a animal lover, people lover, I love to be of service, helping out in my community and fellowship with people. Following my path and purpose to help others achieve a happy healthy, successful recovery.
Timeline
Community Coach
LifeSpan
09.2022 - Current
G - Intro
Baker College
Diploma - General Studies
East Jackson High School
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