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Michael Kelfalla

Darby,PA

Summary

A dynamic professional with management experience in the human services field, dedicated to delivering high quality services that prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of individuals served. A team builder with the ability to cultivate a collaborative environment that ensures that the needs of the individuals are met with compassion and professionalism.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

PROGRAM SPECIALIST

JAYS SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
08.2020 - Current
  • Monitor community residential homes for individuals with intellectual disabilities to ensure that services are provided according to the Service Plans for each of the individuals.
  • Collect information for the development of Annual Assessments for each individual, and responsible for writing the monthly and quarterly progress notes.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans(ISPs.
  • Coordinates with other service providers, family members, and friends in the provision of services to individuals.
  • Ensure that services are provided in compliance with federal, state, county, and agency rules and regulations.

REHABILITATION COUNSELOR

Horizon House Inc
10.2010 - Current
  • Responsible for ensuring the health, safety and welfare of the individuals served.
  • Participate in the development of the individuals' assessments, and Individual service plans.
  • Responsible for the implementation of the Individual service plans and documenting outcomes.
  • Administer medications as prescribed and documenting it.
  • Encourage and take individuals to participate in community activities.
  • Advocate for the individuals' needs, wants and desires.
  • Assist in writing monthly and other reports.
  • Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the individuals' home.
  • Assist individuals with daily living activities where necessary.

SERVICE COORDINATOR /PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Community Interaction Inc.
04.2004 - 07.2009
  • Responsible for managing and overseeing up to seven community and residential homes, that housed up to 32 individuals with intelllectual and other disabilities and/or mental health.
  • Directly Supervised up to seven Home Supervisors.
  • Indirectly supervised up to sixty-four Direct Support Professionals.
  • Hired and trained Home Supervisors and assisted in hiring and training Direct Support Professionals.
  • Ensured that quality and erffective services were provided to individuals living in the residential homes, and in accordance with the individuals' Individual Service Plans, agency policy and procedures, and in compliance with federal, state, and county rules and regulations.
  • Participated in the intake of new individuals that were looking forward to receiving services at the agency.
  • Coordinated with other service providers to ensure the smooth and effective provision of services to individuals.
  • Responsible for the management of budgets for the homes managed/overseen.

SUPERVISOR/PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Community Interactions Inc.
08.2001 - 04.2004
  • Responsible for Supervising staff and for the general management of home(s) for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or mental health.
  • Responsible for hiring and coordinating training of staff to support individuals in their home(s) and in the community.
  • Supervised staff to provide quality and effective support to individuals in accordance with their ISPs and in compliance with federal and state regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Participated in the development of Annual Assessments, and Individual Service Plans and supervised their implementation.
  • Responsible for ensuring that monthly and quarterly reports were done.
  • Worked with other service providers such as Medical Professionals, Therapists, Counselors, County Support Coordinators, Case Managers, to provide services that ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of the individuals.
  • Participated in internal and external quality assurance monitoring and/or evaluations.
  • Ensured the effective management of the individuals' personal finances and other properties.

DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST/Direct Support Professional

Community Interaction Inc.
02.1999 - 08.2001
  • Supported individuals to ensure that their health, safety, wellbeing and happiness were foremost in the services provided.
  • Participated in the development and implementation of service plans for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or mental health.
  • Participated in the completion of various reports such as daily notes, and monthly progress, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Maintained a clean, safe and secure home environment for the individuals I supported.
  • Assisted the individuals to participate in activities in their community.
  • Maintained detailed records of each individuals' progress, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference, collaboration among team members monitoring.

RESEARCH OFFICER/SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER

Central Bank of Sierra Leone
10.1992 - 11.1998
  • Collected and analyzed data on local production and export of export goods.
  • Assisted in developing and writing reports on the different sectors of the economy.
  • Assisted in providing economic data to international funding and monitoring agencies, and organizations .
  • Attending economic monitoring meetings and evaluated sector plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Sciences, Emphasy On Agric Economics

Njala University (University of Sierra Leone)
Freetown, Sierra Leone.
06-1992

Skills

  • Effective team developer
  • Effective team collaborator
  • Skilled in managing multiple tasks
  • Proficient time management
  • Effective problem-solving abilities
  • Proficient in written and verbal communication
  • Effective budget oversight

Affiliations

  • Dean's List for two years.
  • Member of the Student Union cabinet for two years.
  • Volley Ball Team Captain, Member,; Sprint and Tennis Teams.

Timeline

PROGRAM SPECIALIST

JAYS SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
08.2020 - Current

REHABILITATION COUNSELOR

Horizon House Inc
10.2010 - Current

SERVICE COORDINATOR /PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Community Interaction Inc.
04.2004 - 07.2009

SUPERVISOR/PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Community Interactions Inc.
08.2001 - 04.2004

DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST/Direct Support Professional

Community Interaction Inc.
02.1999 - 08.2001

RESEARCH OFFICER/SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER

Central Bank of Sierra Leone
10.1992 - 11.1998

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Sciences, Emphasy On Agric Economics

Njala University (University of Sierra Leone)

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