Janie Candelario
Worcester,MA
Summary
I'm highly adaptable, self driven and result oriented. I have been in supervisory positions for 15+ years and enjoy developing skills in my staff to support them in reaching their fullest potential. I believe in identifying areas of improvement and developing systems that improve function and efficiency in those areas. Improvements in the way we work help us support the individuals that we serve.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
ACCS Team B Lead
01.2018 - Current
- Assist with skill development and resource coordination for individuals living independently, as well as collaborating with residential program coordinators to assess readiness for individuals looking to transition into their own homes
- Responsible for the accurate implementation of MAP
- Collaborate with outside stakeholders to ensure the safety of people served
- Assist in the collection, analysis and timely reporting of all rehabilitation billing and event reporting
- Supervising outreach workers and assist them in obtaining the necessary skills to better engage and support individuals served
- Collaborate with Individuals Served, Licensed Clinician, Registered Nurse, and other members of the team in the implementation and monitoring of any self-management and health and wellness plans and activities
- Facilitate and monitor the implementation of activities that create opportunities for the development of valued roles and personal relationships in the community.
CBFS Director of Program Development
Alternatives Unlimited
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Supervising and mentoring program coordinators as well as collaborating with members of the transdisciplinary team to conduct all Screening and Enrollment of individuals served
- Responsible for coordination and analysis of Safeguard Monitoring Data to develop and implement corrective action plans
- Ensuring event reporting is communicated and submitted timely
- Responsible for the development of growth-oriented structures, activities, and opportunities while ensuring quality
- Focusing on positive transitions within the component by connecting people with needed resources and ensuring individuals are assisted with making long-lasting community connections and building interdependence
- Overseeing residential programs, supported living programs and high intensity supported housing
- Act as a liaison between component funders, families, community members, and the agency at large.
CBFS Worcester Supported Living Program Coordinator
Alternatives Unlimited – MH Services
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Oversee staff that support sixty-five individuals living independently and in group living environments living with a mental health or dual diagnosis.
- Document progress made and barriers encountered
- Foster positive interactions with the local community to develop mutually beneficial relationships
- Provide crisis intervention as needed and participate in regular emergency beeper rotation
- Quality compliance reviews to meet funders expectations.
- Manage individual, program finances and budgets
- Supervise and develop staff teams through growth-oriented supervision, training, and staff development plans
- Ensure compliance of MAP, DMH, DPH, and agency-wide policies and procedures
- Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Crisis management as part of an on-call rotation.
Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
Alternatives Unlimited – MH Services
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Supporting and meeting the needs of individuals that suffer from a range of mental illnesses to live successful and meaningful lives in their own homes in the communities of their choice
- Collaborating with individuals and their treatment team in creating rehab plans/goals that address their current needs for them to become interdependent
- Facilitating meetings with the treatment team as well as assessing individuals to identify their capacities and daily living struggle areas
- Support individuals in crises and making sure they receive proper care when struggling with symptoms
- Translating company policies, legal documents, human rights documents, assessments, financial documents, consents, contracts, subsidy forms, and more
- Interpreting meeting for Spanish speaking only individuals, while carrying a caseload of 25.
Mental Health Supported Living Counselor
Alternatives Unlimited- MH Services
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Responsible for aiding with development and implementation of individual’s IAPs and treatment plans
- Provide support and teach necessary skills for individuals to gain interdependence as well as assisting with ADLs while tracking behavior and safeguarding
- Responsible for completing annual assessments for the people served to identify need areas along with ensuring all interactions are documented accurately and timely
- I was also responsible for medication administration and money management.
Education
Human Services/Criminal Justice -
Quinsigmond Community College
Worcester, MABusiness/Office Technology & High School Diploma -
Worcester Vocational High School
Worcester, MACompleted Spanish Legal interpreter training program -
Language Connections
01.2015
Skills
- Self-awareness
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Empathy Development
- Detail Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Self Driven
- Strong Organizational skills
- Strong Listening Skills
- Strong at identifying growth areas and implementing solutions
- Quick Learner
Areasofspecialty
- Proactive Thinker
- Interpreting/translating
- Communication
- Crisis management
- Documentation and Organization skills
- Time management
- File review & Quality improvement
- Problem solving
- Skill development
- Leadership Skills
- Staff development and team building skills
- Computer skills
References
References available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ACCS Team B Lead
01.2018 - Current
CBFS Director of Program Development
Alternatives Unlimited
01.2017 - 01.2018
CBFS Worcester Supported Living Program Coordinator
Alternatives Unlimited – MH Services
01.2011 - 01.2017
Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
Alternatives Unlimited – MH Services
01.2009 - 01.2011
Mental Health Supported Living Counselor
Alternatives Unlimited- MH Services
01.2007 - 01.2009
Human Services/Criminal Justice -
Quinsigmond Community College
Business/Office Technology & High School Diploma -
Worcester Vocational High School
Completed Spanish Legal interpreter training program -
Language Connections