Wendy Geddis
Human Services
Easthampton,MA
Summary
Experienced community and social services leader offering excellent research, time management and problem-solving skills. Ability to function at a high level with diverse populations in a wide variety of settings. Outstanding interpersonal, and communication abilities. Dependable, diligent, and organized.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Resources Specialist
Epilepsy Foundation New England, (EFNE)
Easthampton, MA
10.2021 - Current
- Took an active role in connecting clients with resources unique to their situations to improve quality of life in those living with epilepsy.
- Recruit participants, market, assess, and facilitate PACES Program; a self-management program to help those living with epilepsy learn coping and life skills,.
- Building a resource guide for those throughout the agency and other organizations to use to help those living with epilepsy have a wider array of resources.
- Represent the Foundation at various trainings on the state and federal level, work with a $1.5M CDC grant to cost-effectively launch a new system of patient care.
Programs and Services Specialist
Epilepsy Foundation New England
Easthampton, MA
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Facilitate support groups for those living with epilepsy in the EFNE service area via Zoom.
- Provide case management to people needing assistance and supports in the community.
- Serve as chairperson of the Western MA regional council.
- Participate in the planning and execution of the Western MA Walk, our largest fundraiser in the Western MA region.
- Educate a variety of community organizations in EFNE Seizure First Aid trainings.
- Review clients financial aid needs and guide through the application process.
- Trained in the implementation of the (PACES) program through Managing Epilepsy Well (MEW).
Field Service Specialist
Epilepsy Foundation New England
Easthampton, MA
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Facilitated support groups for those living with epilepsy in Western MA.
- Provide case management to people needing assistance and supports in the community.
- Serve as chairperson of the Western MA regional council.
- in the Epilepsy Education Conference,
- Educate community organization in EFNE Seizure First Aid trainings.
- Review clients financial aid needs and guide through the application process.
Western MA Regional Council Member
Epilepsy Foundation New
Springfield, MA
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Researched and contacted organizations that are beneficial for those with epilepsy.
- Work with Development team to plan and grow a walk fundraiser for the Western MA region. Tasks involved contact with local businesses for donations, cultivating new connections for entertainment, promote EFNE and its events through multimedia channels.
- Assess the specific needs of those living with epilepsy in the Western MA region and strategize ways to best serve the epilepsy population.
Department Manager
Wal-Mart
Northampton, MA
07.2005 - 10.2008
- Create detailed monthly departmental reports and updates to senior management
- Interview, hire, and train new employees
- Provide a high level of product and leadership support to representatives and clients
- Effectively communicate with team members to maintain clearly defined expectations
- Resolve customer questions, issues, and complaints.
Vocational Coach
Bay Cove
Boston, MA
02.2005 - 04.2005
- Work with individuals with physical and mental disabilities to obtain employment in the community
- Supervise group sites and performed line of site coaching
- Transport clients to appointments, meetings, jobs, or their residence.
Individual Skills Trainer/Job Coach
Meridian Associates
Pittsfield, MA
11.2002 - 02.2005
- Work with individuals with mental disabilities to obtain employment
- Guide clients through job search and interviewing processes
- Manage full caseloads and assist other team members as needed
- Coach clients to enhance socialization in the workplace and community
- Write daily progress notes on individuals.
Education
Associate of Science Biotechnology -
Springfield Technical Community College
Skills
Chronic disease management
Community education and training
Seizure First Aid
Self-Motivated, Detail Oriented, Critical Thinker
Interpersonal Communication
Dependable and Responsible
MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Salesforce, Activate Care
Timeline
Community Resources Specialist
Epilepsy Foundation New England, (EFNE)
10.2021 - Current
Programs and Services Specialist
Epilepsy Foundation New England
09.2021 - 10.2021
Field Service Specialist
Epilepsy Foundation New England
08.2019 - 09.2021
Western MA Regional Council Member
Epilepsy Foundation New
10.2018 - 08.2019
Department Manager
Wal-Mart
07.2005 - 10.2008
Vocational Coach
Bay Cove
02.2005 - 04.2005
Individual Skills Trainer/Job Coach
Meridian Associates
11.2002 - 02.2005
Associate of Science Biotechnology -
Springfield Technical Community College