TEDI MALONEY
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with a proven track record at the State of Arizona, adept at fostering community collaboration including Mesa Public Schools, and advocating for clients' rights. Skilled in developing individualized service plans and utilizing Microsoft Office Suite sharing information with partner agencies. I excel in problem-solving and maintaining compliance, ensuring clients achieve their employment goals effectively.
Overview
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1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
State of Arizona
Mesa, AZ
03.2012 - Current
- Provided vocational counseling services to individuals with disabilities, including career assessment, job placement and follow-up support, specializing in Transition School to Work.
- Developed individualized plans of service that addressed the needs of clients with disabilities in order to help them reach their employment goals.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to resources within the workforce system.
- Advised clients regarding potential accommodations needed in the workplace and in post secondary education due to disability or medical condition.
- Counseled clients on disability rights and benefits available through government agencies such as Social Security Administration.
- Managed case files and documentation in compliance with state regulations.
- Trained and mentored new counselors on best practices in vocational rehabilitation techniques.
- Facilitated orientations for teachers, students, parents, and community partners through use of organized and engaging oral and written presentations.
- Collaborated with employers, schools and other community organizations to facilitate successful job placements for clients including attending IEP meetings and Division of Developmental Disabilities coordination.
- Attended conferences including IDEA to enhance knowledge of history, rules and regulations, and best practice for secondary special education.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
CLINICAL CARE PLANNER
Friendship, Community Mental Health Center
Phoenix, AZ
10.2009 - 01.2012
- Completed intake process, drafted initial treatment plan, psychosocial assessment, chemical dependency assessment, and facilitated treatment team reviews within agency deadlines to ensure timely client care.
- Assessed clients continuously for safety levels to determine appropriateness for PHP/IOP care, ensuring client well-being and treatment alignment.
- Coordinated care across agencies including primary care physician, direct care clinic, and private psychiatrist, attending staffings to enhance care coordination and client outcomes.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team consisting of clinical care planners, therapists, nurses, and psychiatrist at a Partial Hospitalization (PIIP)/Intensive Outpatient (IOP) level of care.
- Executed tasks independently and self-directed with minimal supervision needed.
REHABILITATION SPECIALIST
Partners In Recovery/Magellan Health Services
Gilbert, AZ
02.2008 - 10.2009
- Delivered comprehensive mental health support services enhancing consumer care and recovery.
- Assessed consumers of serious mental illness regarding their employment, education, and social/leisure goals.
- Facilitated groups to assist consumers in achieving employment, education, and social/leisure goals while promoting recovery principles.
- Make referrals and coordinate care with providers and community agencies to ensure consumers' needs are met in a timely manner.
- Attended clinical staffings to provide professional input and recommendations for individualized service plans.
- Maintain accurate, thorough and current documentation in the medical record.
Education
BA Degree - Psychology, Sociology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZMaster of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZCertification
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
Timeline
Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
State of Arizona
03.2012 - Current
CLINICAL CARE PLANNER
Friendship, Community Mental Health Center
10.2009 - 01.2012
REHABILITATION SPECIALIST
Partners In Recovery/Magellan Health Services
02.2008 - 10.2009
BA Degree - Psychology, Sociology
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Arizona