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Columbus, Oh, Us

Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

Provide assessments for care needs and coordinate service provisions for primarily financially disadvantaged refugee population (Nepal, Palestine, and Somalia) and Medicare/Medicaid recipients ages 0-59 years with physical and mental disabilities in need of health services. Complete visits and assessments on timelines directed by Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM), maintaining caseload of 50 clients. Empower clients to manage and improve health, wellness, safety, adaptation, and self-care through effective care coordination and case management.Collaborate with members of inter-disciplinary care team (ICT), providers, community and faith-based organizations to meet needs of population through culturally competent delivery of care and coordination of services and supports. Facilitate communication, coordinate care/service through assessments, identification and planning, and assists in creation and evaluation of person-centered care plans. Engage clients and support system through strength-based assessments and trauma-informed care approach using motivation interviewing to complete health and psychosocial assessments. Ensure compliance with Ohio Department of Medicaid regulations.* Conduct comprehensive in-person visits to address client health crises to update care and service plans for providers on changing service needs.* Identify cultural, linguistic, social and environmental factors/determinants that shape health and improve health disparities and access to public and community health frameworks.

Columbus, Ohio

Performed health care assessments and coordinated services for financially disadvantaged members 18 and older, with caseload of 70-100 members. Collaborated with other human service providers to coordinate planning, delivery, and continuity of care. Completed psycho-social assessments of members per regulated timelines and determined who qualified for case management based on clinical judgment, changes in member's health or psychosocial wellness, and triggers from assessment. Monitored psycho-social needs and coordinated in-home services. Developed and implemented case management plans in collaboration with members, caregivers, physicians, and other appropriate healthcare professionals and member support networks. Conducted telephonic, face-to-face, and home visits. Performed ongoing monitoring of care plan to evaluate effectiveness, document interventions/goal achievement, and recommended changes. Facilitated interdisciplinary care team meetings.* Collaborated with Waiver Service Coordinators at Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA), which performed assessments on members over 60 years of age. Made joint home visits and phone calls to assist in care coordination.* Implemented crisis intervention protocols during member health or medical emergencies. Visited hospitalized members and adjusted service provisions as needed.* Used motivational interviewing and Molina clinical guideposts to educate and motivate change during member contacts.* Promoted integration of services for members, including behavioral health care and long-term services and support to enhance continuity of care for members.

Columbus, Ohio

Provided supportive services to Home Choice residents in Supportive Housing. Monitored well-being for those with mental health concerns or other disabilities. Completed psycho-social assessment and goals, coordinated treatment plans, and provided counseling and crisis intervention. Connected clients with community resources and advocated for needs.* Successfully networked with area resources to hold fundraising events and secure donations to assist at-risk clients.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Provided life-enrichment activities for residents in short- and long-term care facility. Created/arranged daily, weekly, and monthly, large and small-group activities conducive to physical, mental and social wellbeing. Maintained electronic medical records. Provided leadership to and oversight of activity coordinators and volunteers. Developed vendor partnerships. Managed monthly budgets.* Established daily/monthly activity calendars for 3 units that previously did not have operate with set activity times/schedules.

Recruited volunteers through online and grassroots marketing efforts. Onboarded, scheduled, and supervised volunteers. Provided volunteer training and education; assigned projects based upon preferences and strengths. Managed emotional needs of staff. Provided compassionate visits to offer comfort and support to patients. Assisted volunteers with documenting patient information per Medicare guidelines. Managed database and pre-employment screening.* Grew program from 3 to 30 volunteers (900%) in only 2 years.* Developed and wrote volunteer policies to outline expected behavior and conduct, including ethical standards, professionalism, and adherence to organizational values.* Organized recognition events, contributing to boosting morale and motivation, as well as volunteer retention.

Partnered with Venue Sales, Catering, and AV managers to coordinate all aspects of 15-20 meetings and events annually. Executed meetings and conferences to provide education and networking opportunities to industry professionals. Developed and managed web content for educational offerings. Generated reports for review by chief financial operator.* Negotiated venue contracts valued at over $1 million.* Transitioned course notes from hardcopy to digital format, reducing expenses by 50% and improving customer satisfaction.

Contracted with families to provide non-medical support services to elderly living in personal homes. Supported living environment and provided companionship. Accompanied clients to medical appointments, grocery store, and other places vital to daily living. Maintained clean, safe, and comfortable home environment. Prepared meals and assisted with laundry. Encouraged socialization and participation in community activities. Maintained accurate care records.* Developed solid client base within only 8 months of company inception; expanded range of services offered.* Published manuscript of home-care services training manual (Springer 2008).* Created customized services based on individuals' psycho-social needs, including bill-paying, check-writing, personal and financial organization, and miscellaneous errand services.* Engaged in company financial management, including financial statement compilation and tax preparation.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Non-Profit Management

Bachelor Of Arts, Sociology