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Sarah Dempsay

Paola,KS

Summary

Compassionate Peer Support Specialist/Specialized Services Case Manager with relevant experience in providing emotional, psychological, and practical assistance to individuals facing various challenges. I have successfully served both children and adults in various settings, including the community and nursing facilities, for the past three years. This extensive background has equipped me with the ability to effectively manage a diverse caseload with strict timelines. Strengths include strong empathetic communication skills, ability to inspire trust and motivate others towards positive change.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peer Support Specialist/Case Manager

Elizabeth Layton Center
Paola, KS
12.2021 - Current
  • The past three years I have been in community mental health serving both Children and adults in the community and in nursing facilities for mental health.
  • This entailed working with a population that range in severity and persistence of mental illnesses and managing this case load within a timely manner.
  • I've taught psychosocial groups that range from Dialectical Behavior classes, Boundaries, Anger Management, and Somatic Healing classes.
  • Additionally, in this role over the past two years, I provided case management to individuals looking to reintegrate back into the community and gain social and emotional skills due to a deficit in their ability to take care of themselves because of the severity of their mental health.

Administrative Assistant

Ft. Scott Community College
Paola , KS
02.2012 - 08.2025
  • Copying, assembling and faxing documents, maintaining files and answering phones.
  • Other duties included: Receiving, reviewing, and distributing tests for students.
  • Make phone calls, follow up emails, inventory of supplies, as well as effectively communicate with students and faculty.

Certified Paraeducator

USD 367 School District
Osawatomie, KS
03.2015 - 12.2021
  • Provided assistance to classroom teacher and lead the room and activities when the teacher was absent.
  • Provided a a variety of tasks relating to the physical instructional and general safety of the students in a classroom setting.
  • Assisted in the implementation of instructional programs. I.e. self-help, life skills, and behavior management.
  • Carried to completion in a timely manner instructional and supportive activities as assigned by supervisor.

Education

Associate of Science - Psychology

Ft. Scott Community College
Paola, KS

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Psychoeducation
  • Group facilitation
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Client advocacy
  • Behavior Management
  • Experience with Children
  • Customer Engagement
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Special Needs
  • Exemplary communication
  • Relationship development
  • Administrative tasks
  • Collaborative, Evidence-Based Documentation
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office
  • Client Case Management
  • Answering phones
  • Boundary Setting
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Seeking Safety Certified
  • Certified Paraeducator

Additional Information

Driven by a 'forever student ' approach, I am eager to continuously find ways to grow and refine my skill set. I am a professional, adaptable, and coachable learner who strives for balances and health. In my younger years, I also volunteered at nursing homes and animal hospitals as well.

Current Place of Work

Elizabeth Layton Center

102 Baptiste Dr

Paola, Kansas, 66071

785-380-3017

Timeline

Peer Support Specialist/Case Manager

Elizabeth Layton Center
12.2021 - Current

Certified Paraeducator

USD 367 School District
03.2015 - 12.2021

Administrative Assistant

Ft. Scott Community College
02.2012 - 08.2025

Associate of Science - Psychology

Ft. Scott Community College

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