Rebecca Vasquez
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates
Cedar Rapids, IA
02.2023 - Current
- Provide leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Identify areas of improvement in existing processes, procedures and systems related to the program delivery cycle.
- Build relationships with school administration, including principals, associate principals, and other district leaders.
- Conduct site visits and observes classrooms to ensure the iJAG model is adhered to and standards are met.
- Analyzed and interpreted complex data sets and reports.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to review progress and address any issues or concerns arising from the program execution process.
Mobile Crisis Counselor
Foundation 2
Cedar Rapids, IA
04.2021 - Current
- Assess risk to client, loved ones or general public through established evaluation procedures.
- Enhance counseling services with multifaceted approach incorporating multiple disciplines.
- Respond to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arise.
- Modify treatment plans to support client goals and status.
- Apply abilities in techniques like active listening and collaborative problem-solving to make positive impact.
Behavior Interventionist
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Cedar Rapids, IA
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Directed emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Employed psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive-behavioral and lifespan integration psychotherapy.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
Inpatient Supervisor
Tanager Place
Cedar Rapids, IA
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Responsible for the daily oversight of PMIC cottage.
- Effectively facilitated and collaborated in team meetings, responsible for timely completion and distribution of team meetings.
- Role modeled and delivered excellent customer service to clients/consumers and their families.
- Guided and directed Assistant Cottage Supervisors, Shift Leaders and Youth Service Workers to ensure effective use of their time.
Behavior Technician
Cedar Rapids School District
Cedar Rapids, IA
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Implement Behavior Intervention Plans for students with challenging behaviors.
Community Integration Specialist
The Arc Of East Central Iowa
Cedar Rapids, IA
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Established relationships with local businesses and organizations so that job placements could be identified for individuals seeking work experience or employment opportunities.
- Modified treatment plans to support client goals and status.
- Developed and optimized treatment plans to help clients continue to progress.
- Organized and maintained detailed records of client progress to document interventions and program effectiveness.
- Utilized effective communication techniques when interacting with diverse populations including people of different ages, cultures, backgrounds.
Day Manager
Four Oaks
Cedar Rapids, IA
10.2013 - 08.2015
- Trained and supervised staff members.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Coached and trained employees and managed daily work assignments to enhance operations.
- Effectively participated in team to review case progress and provided the best programming options to ensure success for at-risk clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Purdue Global University
Fayette, IN08-2023
Skills
- Team Development
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Policy and Procedure Improvements
- Staff Management
- Leadership Development
- Talent Management
Affiliations
- Serve on the Board of Directors for Families Helping Families.
- Volunteer for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
- Former soccer coach for AYSO.
Accomplishments
- Graduated with academic honors.
- Member of the National Honor Society.
- Chancellor's List for all college terms.
Certification
- ASIST Certified
- Mandatory Reporter
- First aid and CPR
- Trauma Informed Care 1 and 2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Manager
Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates
02.2023 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
Cedar Rapids Community School District
02.2023 - 02.2024
Inpatient Supervisor
Tanager Place
07.2021 - 02.2022
Mobile Crisis Counselor
Foundation 2
04.2021 - Current
Behavior Technician
Cedar Rapids School District
08.2018 - 07.2021
Community Integration Specialist
The Arc Of East Central Iowa
09.2015 - 07.2018
Day Manager
Four Oaks
10.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Purdue Global University
- ASIST Certified
- Mandatory Reporter
- First aid and CPR
- Trauma Informed Care 1 and 2
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