Well-qualified Training Specialist adept at planning and implementing onsite and remote training programs. Authoritative and clear communicator with enthusiastic style and insightful approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Specialist
CSL Behring
11.2023 - Current
Developed and maintained training materials, including job aids, handouts, and presentations.
Conducted train-the-trainer sessions to ensure trainers are prepared to deliver courses effectively.
Coordinated with subject matter experts in order to develop comprehensive training content.
Assisted in developing training plans for new hires and existing employees.
Identified areas for improvement within existing training programs and provided recommendations for change.
Collaborated with internal stakeholders on the design and implementation of customized learning solutions.
Maintained accurate records of all completed trainings in the organization's Learning Management System.
Health Survey Specialist
Aetna
03.2023 - Current
Uses motivational interviewing and other consultative techniques to gather comprehensive information about a member's medical, functional, cognitive, psychosocial, and mental health needs
Accountable to the highest level of compliance integrity
Champions for the member by connecting members with urgent needs to the appropriate Aetna team, including DSNP's interdisciplinary care team and customer service
Initiates engagement with assigned members to introduce the program and drive active participation in completion of their Health Risk Assessment
Builds a trusting relationship with the member by engaging the member in meaningful and relevant conversation, prior to and during assessment
Effectively supports members during enrollment calls, appropriately managing difficult or emotional member situations, responding promptly to member needs, and demonstrating empathy and a sense of urgency when appropriate
Conducts triage, connecting members with appropriate care team personnel including care managers and customer service when needed
Accurately and consistently documents each call in the member's electronic record, thoroughly completing required actions with a high level of detail to ensure we meet our compliance requirements
Protects the confidentiality of member information and adheres to company policies regarding privacy/ HIPAA
Ability to be agile, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to change with enthusiasm
Determined to build strong relationships with peers and DSNP members
Demonstrates an outgoing, enthusiastic, and caring presence over the telephone
A CVS Health Company
Care Coordinator
Senior Services of Will County
10.2022 - 03.2023
Works in cooperation with family and outside providers to meet physical and emotional needs of patient
Applies qualified clients for Community Care Program services
Completes initial and redetermination assessments for current and new clients on a six months basis
Organizes and updates client files
Case Manager
Cornerstone Services
07.2022 - 10.2022
Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals
Helped clients deal with substance abuse, mental illness and other concerns by delivering personalized counseling support
Developed and optimized treatment plans to help clients continue to progress
Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds
Caseworker
Cornerstone Services
08.2020 - 07.2022
Met regularly with clients to support case plan accomplishment and reevaluate goals
Remained calm and poised in emergency and crisis situations
Implemented solutions using client-centered care protocols
Collaborated with clients to develop relevant and meaningful case plans
Built respectful and trusting relationships with clients
Arranged for client transportation to physician appointments and to run errands
Followed strict data confidentiality rules to keep client information secure
Assisted clients with helping to identify rights and available programs
Production Assistant
BET Networks
06.2022
Acted as runner to distribute messages or items within film crew and cast
Communicated with other crew members via walkie-talkies to coordinate production activities
Conducted crowd control by putting up signs and directing pedestrians away from filming
Ran errands for Key Production Assistant, Directors and Producers
Mental Health Tech
Riverside Medical Center
04.2016 - 02.2018
Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being and reported unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff
Led prescribed individual or group therapy sessions as part of specific therapeutic procedures
Restrained violent or suicidal patients using appropriate verbal or physical means
Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services
Taught successful strategies to promote client wellness and independence
Charted patient observations by following prescribed procedures and standards
Direct Support Professional
Cornerstone Services
10.2015 - 08.2020
Worked with the Developmentally Disabled population to promote independence
Provided supervision and guidance for clients during skills building activities
Assisted client with daily living activities including meal prep and personal hygiene
Took clients to appointments and extracurricular activities
Documented delivery of quality care in client's clinical record
Administered medications to patients based upon physician or nurse guidelines
Intern
Madison Conty Probation Facility
08.2014 - 05.2015
Took DNA swabs and fingerprints of offenders
Sat in on court hearings of the probation offenders
Assisted Probation Officers when meeting with offenders
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Policy
Southen Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
12.2020
Bachelor's Of Science - Psychology / Minor- Criminal Justice
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05.2015
Skills
Customer service
Communication skills
Computer literacy
Sales
Microsoft office
Documentation review
Production Support
Meeting deadlines
Learning Management Systems
Training Program Development
Timeline
Training Specialist
CSL Behring
11.2023 - Current
Health Survey Specialist
Aetna
03.2023 - Current
Care Coordinator
Senior Services of Will County
10.2022 - 03.2023
Case Manager
Cornerstone Services
07.2022 - 10.2022
Production Assistant
BET Networks
06.2022
Caseworker
Cornerstone Services
08.2020 - 07.2022
Mental Health Tech
Riverside Medical Center
04.2016 - 02.2018
Direct Support Professional
Cornerstone Services
10.2015 - 08.2020
Intern
Madison Conty Probation Facility
08.2014 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Policy
Southen Illinois University Edwardsville
Bachelor's Of Science - Psychology / Minor- Criminal Justice