Thara Baucicault
BRENTWOOD,NY
Summary
Dedicated Union Representative with a strong focus on labor negotiations and grievance resolution. Expertise in policy interpretation and crisis intervention, advocating for staff rights and improved working conditions.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
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years of post-secondary education
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Union Representative
United Federation Of Teachers
New York, New York
08.2007 - Current
- Negotiated on behalf of staff to secure improved rights and working conditions.
- Guided members on union policies and procedures to ensure understanding and compliance.
- Facilitated grievance processes for staff, addressing workplace issues and ensuring fair resolutions.
Residential Programs Specialist
Former UCP now Adapt Community Networks
New York, NY
09.2003 - Current
- Coordinated residential programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Provided support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
- Developed and implemented personalized care plans for residents.
- Facilitated daily activities to promote independent living skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living skills such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, laundry.
- Encouraged independence among clients while assisting them in making informed decisions about their lives.
- Monitored client behaviors, documented progress and reported any changes to the supervisor.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques when needed and monitored their effectiveness.
- Developed positive relationships with clients by providing emotional support and encouragement.
- Facilitated recreation activities for clients and ensured safety protocols were followed.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary and implemented emergency procedures when required.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments or recreational activities.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss new developments in the field of disability services.
- Developed programs designed to meet the specific needs of each client served by the program.
- Attended trainings related to disability services in order to stay current with best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of client services provided, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Served as an advocate for the rights of all clients served by the program.
- Ensured that client rights were respected at all times while maintaining confidentiality.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with patients by successfully resolving issues and responding promptly to phone inquiries.
Education
GED
New York, New YorkAssociate of Arts -
Interboro College
New York, New York 02.1999 - 06.2001
Skills
- Labor relations
- Grievance management
- Policy interpretation
- Conflict resolution
- Negotiation
- Workplace advocacy
- Disability services knowledge
- Crisis intervention
- Client relationship management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Empowerment strategies
- Documentation accuracy
- Professionalism
- Written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Interpersonal communication
- Public speaking
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking skills
- Reliability
- Self motivation
- Listening skills
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Amap
- Scip trained
- CPR
- First Aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Union Representative
United Federation Of Teachers
08.2007 - Current
Residential Programs Specialist
Former UCP now Adapt Community Networks
09.2003 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Interboro College
02.1999 - 06.2001
GED