Nancy Parcher
La Crosse,WI
Summary
Trusted and Compassionate Community Health Worker currently working with families experiencing homelessness. Committed to helping community members improve wellness through hands-on support and education.
Dedicated and empathetic care coordinator connecting my clients with resources and navigating the social service and health care systems.
Currently also working with unaccompanied homeless teens who are directly referred to me by the School District of La Crosse and the Great Rivers United Way HUB. Working closely with school social workers and staff. Member of the Coulee Collaborative to End Homelessness, Community United for Families(CUFF), attend city weekly meetings to address homelessnes with the mayor, Bridge Housing for Families Committee(ARPA funds), member of the Wisconsin CHW Network Advocacy Committee, Coulee Region CHW Network, started food/hygiene pantry at our YMCA. Collaborate regularly with all local community organizations, schools, shelter staff and hotel managers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health Worker
La Crosse Area Family YMCA
La Crosse, WI
01.2021 - Current
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
- Explained required eligibility applications to patients and helped complete applications for services.
- Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
- Managed enrollment, transportation and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
- Obtained demographic, insurance and financial information from community members to offer thorough and personalized assistance.
- Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions.
- Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
- Taught appropriate parenting behaviors to individuals or families.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Provided detailed case management using comprehensive data entry system
Cook
School District Of La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Adhered to local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding school nutrition standards.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Certified Foster Parent
County Of La Crosse Human Services, WI
La Crosse, WI
04.2016 - 10.2019
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Improved children's health by preparing healthy meals and snacks.
- Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
- Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster child.
- Provided full time care for non-verbal autistic child.
- Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation strategies.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
- Taught older children about money, driving and other important life skills.
- Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
Head Cook
School District Of Onalaska
Onalaska, WI
08.2016 - 06.2019
Education
High School Diploma -
Luther High School
Onalaska, WI05.1988
Skills
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Health Coaching
- Informational Materials
- Life Skills Instruction
- Individual and Community Advocacy
- Conducting Home Visits
- Health Care System
- Healthy Living Plans
- Maintaining Updated Records
- Abuse and Neglect Reporting
- Social Services Application Assistance
- Care Coordination Support
- Community-Based Resources
Accomplishments
I have developed a reputation in the community as a trusted CHW and created positive working relationships with hotel managers and school staff who contact me regularly. I work closely with homeless shelter staff.
Affiliations
Member of Wisconsin CHW Network
Member of the National Association of Community Health Workers
Member of the Coulee Region CHW Network
Certification
Certified CHW
CPR certification
Mandatory Reporter Training Completion
Trauma Informed Care Training Completion
Motivational Interview Training Completion
McKinney-Vento training completion
Certified Foster Parent
Servant leadership presentation attendee
Human Trafficking awareness
Timeline
Community Health Worker
La Crosse Area Family YMCA
01.2021 - Current
Cook
School District Of La Crosse
08.2019 - 01.2021
Head Cook
School District Of Onalaska
08.2016 - 06.2019
Certified Foster Parent
County Of La Crosse Human Services, WI
04.2016 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Luther High School
Certified CHW
CPR certification
Mandatory Reporter Training Completion
Trauma Informed Care Training Completion
Motivational Interview Training Completion
McKinney-Vento training completion
Certified Foster Parent
Servant leadership presentation attendee
Human Trafficking awareness
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