MICHELLE BLAKELY
MICHIGAN CITY,INDIANA
Summary
Community outreach and hospice care coordinator with leadership experience across project oversight, admissions support, budgeting, recordkeeping, and team development. Ensures timely coordination of services for patients and families through clear communication and dependable follow-through.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Spiritual Care Coordinator
Heart To Heart Hospice
Valparaiso, Indiana
06.2024 - Current
- Facilitated hospice admissions process for patients, families, and referral sources to ensure smooth transitions into care.
- Communicated patient needs to clinical staff during team meetings. with Heart to Heart Hospice clinical staff.
- Documented care coordination details in hospice records and charts to maintain accurate and comprehensive patient information.
Director of Outreach Services
First Natural Then Spiritual Ministries
Gary, IN
09.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented programs addressing physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of community members.
- Led and oversaw short and long-term projects to achieve community outreach goals
- Organized and supported initiatives to assist individuals in need within the local community
- Organize and participate in outreach activities, and lead the team.
- Develop collaborative relationships with community organizations and provide communications for outreach activities.
- Coordinate events, maintain budget, and encourage volunteer activities
CNA
Heart to Heart Hospice
Valparaiso, IN
03.2024 - 06.2024
- - Delivered compassionate care that preserved client dignity.
- - Provided comfort to patients and families through empathetic interactions, fostering trust and connection.
- - Assisted clients with emotional support during challenging times, offering empathy and compassion.
Office Manager
Choice DNA Laboratory
Merrillville, IN
06.2016 - 10.2023
- Developed and organized computer and physical filing systems for improved accessibility.
- Generated and updated reports and managed accounts for the company database.
- Coordinated ordering, requisitioning, and inventory management of received shipments.
- Assessed employee records and productivity, providing detailed evaluation reports for management review.
- Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancement.
Education
Certificate - Chaplain
International Fellowship Of Chaplains
Temple, TX08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Merrillville, IN09-2015
High School Diploma -
West Side Leadership Academy
Gary, IN06-1991
Skills
- Spiritual coordination
- Hospice planning
- Case documentation
- Care planning
- Patient records
- Community outreach
- Team coaching
- Training programs
- HR management
- Database management
Timeline
Spiritual Care Coordinator
Heart To Heart Hospice
06.2024 - Current
CNA
Heart to Heart Hospice
03.2024 - 06.2024
Director of Outreach Services
First Natural Then Spiritual Ministries
09.2017 - Current
Office Manager
Choice DNA Laboratory
06.2016 - 10.2023
Certificate - Chaplain
International Fellowship Of Chaplains
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
West Side Leadership Academy