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Stellah N. Gichuki

Paxton,USA

Summary

Business professional skilled in strategic planning, financial oversight, and operational management. Proven ability to drive growth through effective leadership, team collaboration and focus on achieving results. Expertise in problem-solving and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for reliability and strong commitment to organizational success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

CO OWNER

STARR HOME CARE
02.2021 - 05.2025
  • Strategic Planning and managing daily operations. Tracking expenses and revenue to achieve financial growth
  • Conducting outreach and marketing to Assisted living facilities and Rehabilitation centers.
  • Managing client and staff conflict, addressing concerns and maximizing positive outcomes
  • Recruitment and screening candidates. Reviewing resume and conducting interviews and making hiring decisions

CASE WORKER

REFUGEE & IMMIGRANT ASSISTANCE CENTER (RIAC)
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Resettlement of vulnerable refugees and other eligible populations
  • Accompany clients to appointments and facilitate effective communication by interpreting in Swahili
  • Implement integration and outreach activities in the community.
  • Work with community partners to organize events.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM COUNSELOR

CAMBRIDGE INSTITUTE
09.2015 - 08.2019
  • Supported direct placement of 300+ International students with schools in the US.
  • Weekly check in with Students to track academic progress, provided counseling and career guidance.
  • Worked with students and parents to identify problems that impact the academic and social development of students.
  • Support the administration of academic and residential programs for international students.
  • Assisted schools through the I20/ SEVIS process for all students accepted.
  • Plan and execute career fairs.

DIRECT CARE COUNSELOR

ADVOCATES INC
08.2003 - 06.2015
  • Engage clients through a strength based, person centered support in a Community Based Flexible Support- CBFS program.
  • Provide personalized support to individuals as identified in the Individualized Service Plan-ISP, including but not limited to the areas of daily living, routines, behavioral treatment plans, community integration activities and health care.
  • Provide clients with rehabilitative interventions and support to promote recovery.
  • Encourage and provide opportunities for community participation and membership.
  • Assist individuals in self-advocacy, decision-making and empowerment.
  • Assist clients achieve the skills necessary to undertake and maintain employment
  • Advocate for the rights of the individuals and ensure that individuals are treated with dignity, respect and uphold the human rights of all individuals.

Education

Masters of Public Administration -

Clark University
05-2011

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Worcester State University
05-2003

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Conflict resolutions and Mediation
  • Program and Project Managements
  • Proactive Outreach and Recruitment
  • Social Service Advocate
  • Customer Service

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CO OWNER

STARR HOME CARE
02.2021 - 05.2025

CASE WORKER

REFUGEE & IMMIGRANT ASSISTANCE CENTER (RIAC)
11.2019 - 01.2021

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM COUNSELOR

CAMBRIDGE INSTITUTE
09.2015 - 08.2019

DIRECT CARE COUNSELOR

ADVOCATES INC
08.2003 - 06.2015

Masters of Public Administration -

Clark University

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Worcester State University

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