Cheri S. Care Companion in Conover, NC 28613

Compassionate and Dedicated Qualified Professional with 8+ years of experience working with various populations including IDD individuals,
physically disabled individuals, families, clinical team members and direct care staff.

September 2011-April 2015
- Adult Day Vocational Program Supervisor/ Qualified Professional
Provided supervision and support to up to 7 direct care staff, ensured effective day-to-day operation of the program, Interviewed, hired and trained staff, handled conflicts between clients, wrote treatment plans, completed program and staff reviews

March 2009- September 2011
- QP Staff Supervisor/ Case Manager
Provided in home and community based services such as CAP/MRDD, Supported Employment,
Developmental Therapy, and Personal Assistance to children, adolescents, and adults, with Developmental Disabilities, while promoting highest level of independence

QP Duties included: Supervision and competency training of an average of 20+ direct care staff, coordinating with case managers and LME for authorization of services, assessing and meeting consumer needs through skill development, tracking consumer progress through monthly data collection

Case Management Duties: Facilitating and Conducting person centered plan meetings to include all natural supports and community based supports, Development of Person Centered
Plans to reflect the individuals long term vision and training goals for the upcoming year, monitoring, linking, and coordinating services, maintaining monthly contacts with guardians,
consumers, and providers to ensure ongoing progress, facilitating community treatment services, and maximizing utilization

October 2006-September 2011
- Direct Care Paraprofessional
Provided one on one supports to DD individuals by implementing PCP goals and skill building activities, while monitoring for health and safety, also provided respite services

Education
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, NC
Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education w/ a concentration in Community Health
August 1999- December 2003
Volunteered 30 hours in 2000 at Coastal Horizons Rehabilitation, Stepping
Stone Manor Substance Abuse Facility
Volunteered 90 hours in 2001 at The Boy’s and Girls’ Club of America and The
Girl Scouts of America