Kimberlee Sheller Vance, Mba, Bs Ed. Email & Phone Number

Orrville, Oh, Us

Akron, Ohio, United States

Provided consultative oversight leading to optimization of operational processes to improve efficiency and productivity for a leading DODD Provider Agency of 70+ staff. Successfully guided the organization through a months-long audit process while transforming the company culture and instituting procedures to satisfy new state-mandated requirements, resulting in a commendation by the state auditor. Implemented multiple strategies leading to a significant reduction in operating costs. Provided solutions to drive business growth through Leadership and Team Management, Operational Strategy, Process Improvement, Budget & Resource Management, Compliance & Risk Management, Performance Monitoring & Reporting, Community Outreach & Partnerships and Government Advocacy Efforts. Committed to our Mission of empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives by providing compassionate care, personalized support and opportunities for growth and independence, while fostering inclusion, dignity and quality of life for every person we serve.

Provided oversight, support, guidance and consultation to all programs and staff of the three locations of Catholic Charities of Ashland and Wayne Counties including - Daily Operations, Strategic Planning and Analysis, Grant Writing and Fundraising, Personnel Activities, Recruiting and Staff Support, Community Outreach and Program Monitoring for Contract Performance. Service areas monitored included: Counseling and Case Management for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders, Parenting Education, Help Me Grow, Early Childhood Services, Teen and Youth Mentoring, Transitional Age Youth, Peer Support, Municipal and Juvenile Court Contracted Services and Older Adult Programs.

Wooster, Ohio, United States

Initial staff member charged with development of new grant-funded Senior Outreach Program. Created Master Resource Bank of services related to housing, transportation, meals, health and overall well-being. Built positive relationships with community members and professional organizations such as Adult Protective/Job & Family Services.

Routed and dispatched shipments by phone and computer in an efficient and expedient manner. Utilized information through tariffs, discounts, NMFC guide and carrier route guides. Received orders from vendors and customers maintaining a high level of customer service. Processed orders. Input and reconciled freight bills. Maintained and updated computer database. Covid-19 Layoff.

Provided direct support services to residents of nursing home and assisted living and their families; Attended weekly interdisciplinary meetings and followed up on concerns noted; Performed cognitive, vision, hearing assessments; Developed care plans; Coordinated dental, vision and hearing services; Organized and provided leadership for regular Resident Council meetings; Maintained daily documentation of residents' progress; Utilized MDS 2.0 for quarterly and skilled services assessments; Presented the facility in a positive manner to visitors and other professionals; Quality assurance review of resident care in comparison with best practice recommendations related to mental health and well-being; Oversight of nursing and nurse aide documentation with recommendations for resident care regarding psycho-social need areas; Communicated with physicians and psychologist regarding mental health and behavior concerns; Coordination of discharge planning; information and referral; Education of residents and families regarding their rights, services, policies, etc.; Supervision and training of social services assistant; Supervision and training of social work intern. TRAINING: Team Building; Mental Health and Recovery; Residents Rights; Bioethics; Bereavement; Alzheimer's Disease; Critical Thinking in Leadership

Provided direct support services to abused, neglected and dependent children and their families; Performed investigations within state-mandated time frames; Developed comprehensive treatment plans and made appropriate referrals; Counseled and educated families during home and office visits; Utilized Microsoft WordPerfect to maintain detailed records; Transported children and families to appointments and visitations; Prepared reports for and testified in Juvenile Court hearings; Carried pager as on-call caseworker on a rotating basis. 200+ hours of social work training; Certified Adoption Assessor; Trained Mediator

B.S., Education/Psychology

Activities and Societies: President's List, Dean's List, Student Receptionist at The Counseling & Human Development Center, Campus Crusade.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Coursework, Psychology/Sociology