Uzy Achufusi
Rossford,OH
Summary
Results-driven Transition Specialist Supervisor coordinating behavioral health and vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Facilitates eligibility interviews, individualized goal planning, and case management while collaborating with families, educators, and service providers. Enhances documentation and job-readiness support through effective record-keeping and progress monitoring.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Transition Specialist Supervisor OOD
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Toledo, OH
08.2006 - Current
- Tracked [number] client cases weekly, facilitating achievement of education, vocational, and employment goals within the Bridges to Transition program.
- Conduct initial interviews and gather intake information to determine eligibility for the Bridges to Transition program.
- Assessed individual strengths, interests, and vocational goals, identifying tailored services and community providers to enhance client support.
- Coordinate service plans with students, families, educators, counselors, and providers to maintain continuity of care.
- Support client development of job-seeking skills, career awareness, interview skills, and strategies for competitive employment.
- Monitored caseloads, documented client progress, and followed up on support needs, ensuring comprehensive care across behavioral health and transition services.
Clinical Coordinator/Physician Assistant
Findlay Neurology LLC
Findlay, OH
01.2004 - 07.2005
- Managed [number] patient care cases weekly, ensuring effective scheduling and communication to streamline office workflow.
- Managed [number] patient care cases weekly while balancing scheduling, communication, and office workflow.
- Coordinated communication among patients, providers, and insurers to enhance care coordination and patient experience.
- Supported clinical office operations by coordinating scheduling and optimizing daily workflow.
Clinical Coordinator and Manager
Orchard Homes
Orange County, CA
12.2003 - 11.2004
- Coordinated mental health case management for children in residential treatment, aligning services with evolving client needs to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Monitored client needs in the residential treatment environment and adjusted service coordination as conditions changed.
- Monitored client needs in the residential treatment environment and adjusted service coordination.
- Facilitated communication with families through regular meetings and conference calls, providing updates on client progress and service adjustments.
Education
Post Graduate Training - Internal Medicine
University of Nigeria
NigeriaDoctor of Medicine - Internal Medicine
Medical Academy
Wroclaw, PolandPre Med -
University of Lodz, Poland
Pre-Med
Virginia State University
Skills
- Case management & care coordination
- Residential treatment support
- Client advocacy
- Records management
- Compliance auditing
- Incident review
- Referral network development
- Staff development
- Program management
- Task prioritization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Relationship building
- Client advocacy
- Bilingual -Polish & English
Timeline
Transition Specialist Supervisor OOD
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
08.2006 - Current
Clinical Coordinator/Physician Assistant
Findlay Neurology LLC
01.2004 - 07.2005
Clinical Coordinator and Manager
Orchard Homes
12.2003 - 11.2004
Pre-Med
Virginia State University
Doctor of Medicine - Internal Medicine
Medical Academy
Post Graduate Training - Internal Medicine
University of Nigeria
Pre Med -
University of Lodz, Poland