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Nicholas McNamara

Worcester,MA

Summary

Highly-motivated Rehabilitation Counselor and experienced Independent Living Specialist with strong communication and exceptional time management abilities. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance quality of life for clients and to promote positive outcomes for clients and their families.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Living Specialist

Center for Living and Working
Worcester, MA
08.2015 - 10.2015
  • Assessed the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families to determine eligibility for services.
  • Provided direct case management, advocacy, and support services to clients in order to promote independent living skills.
  • Facilitated group activities designed to build community inclusion and self-advocacy skills.
  • Developed individual service plans that identified goals and objectives for each client.
  • Coordinated referrals to appropriate resources including housing, transportation, financial assistance programs.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing program operations.
  • Monitored progress of clients towards achieving their goals as outlined in their individual service plans.
  • Actively participated in outreach efforts within the community to increase awareness about Independent Living Services programs offered through the agency.

Independent Living Specialist

Center for Living and Working
Worcester, MA
01.2009 - 02.2011

Education

Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling

Assumption College
Worcester
05-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Social Rehabilitation

Assumption College
Worcester, MA
05-2008

Skills

  • Care plan assessment
  • Compassionate client care
  • Communication Skills
  • Time management abilities
  • Case management experience
  • Crisis Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team building
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Community activities

Accomplishments

  • Graduated Summa Cum Laude
  • Recipient of various educational awards and scholarships

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • Former Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

Timeline

Independent Living Specialist

Center for Living and Working
08.2015 - 10.2015

Independent Living Specialist

Center for Living and Working
01.2009 - 02.2011

Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling

Assumption College

Bachelor of Arts - Social Rehabilitation

Assumption College

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