R. Elaine Souders
Lancaster,Pennsylvania
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Professional
Keystone Autism Services
01.2022 - Current
- Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals, promoting self-sufficiency and community integration.
- Supported individuals in crisis situations by providing appropriate intervention strategies and connecting them with relevant resources.
Direct Support Professional
FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY
08.2007 - Current
- Train new employees
- Liaison between supervisor and employees
- Establish and maintain positive relationships
Art Instructor
FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY
08.2007 - Current
- Instruct individuals with physical and mental disabilities
- Deal with multiple individuals with varying behavioral difficulties
- Create complex artistic lesson plans for individuals
Lab Manager
RITZ CAMERA
02.1991 - 06.2007
- Managed photo lab within a large camera store
- Supervised and evaluated employees
- Developed and retained employees
- Evaluated employee performance
- Planned, organized, supervised and provided assignments for staff
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology -
MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY
Lancaster, PennsylvaniaBachelor of Arts in Art - Commercial Art
MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY
Millersville, PennsylvaniaSkills
- Strong management ability
- Excellent customer service
- Team player
- Problem-solving resolution
Timeline
Community Support Professional
Keystone Autism Services
01.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY
08.2007 - Current
Art Instructor
FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY
08.2007 - Current
Lab Manager
RITZ CAMERA
02.1991 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology -
MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts in Art - Commercial Art
MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY