Almarie J. King

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Suite *B

Brooklyn NY 11233

347(454-3922) Cell

acqijf@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

To obtain a position that will utilize my skills in assisting and developing the lives of those with developmental disabilities.

Experience

9/11-1/15 ACACIA Network /EHCCI New York, NY

Residential Manager

The management and oversight of residential homes. Bronx NY

Directs and Supervises Personnel:

Establishes and maintains work schedules in accordance with agency policy. Responsible for managing the completion of time clock edits within the deadline established by the Department of Human Resources.

Maintains and posts work schedules and adjusts assignments based on availability of staff, .the abilities of specific staff members, and the particular requirements of the resident(s).

Instructs mangers and/or staff on the specific tasks to be performed and provides written guidelines if necessary.

Periodically meets with staff individually and/or as a group to discuss observations, deficiencies, new techniques, administrative matters, and circumstances that might have a bearing on the effective and efficient functioning of the staff.

Evaluates staff competencies and deficiencies; meets with subordinates on an individual basis to discuss their job performance's strengths and weaknesses, suggestions for improvement, and follow-up as appropriate.

Supervises staff in appropriate reactions to emergency or crisis situations.

May attend centralized training programs designed to "train-the-trainer."

Responds to work related questions, problems, and complaints from staff.

Implements the site-specific exposure control plan.

Assists in the management of employee accident reporting, FMLA reporting, and initial submission of workers' compensation claims.

Monitors employee morale and the climate of the work environment to stop or eliminate sexual harassment or any form of employee harassment or employee discrimination. Responsible for taking complaints of sexual harassment and informing the Director of Residential Services and the Human Resources Department.

Provides oversight in the area of administrative recordkeeping, maintenance of office equipment, reception of visitors, phone reception, and stocking office supplies.

Manages the orientation of new personnel and the sponsorship program.Assists in ensuring that volunteers and student interns are being utilized and supervised in accordance with agency policy.

Maintains Environment and Property Accountability:

Ensures that all Federal and State health and safety standards are met, deficiencies are handled according to agency policy.

Ensures that the performance of various housekeeping duties to provide a clean, neat, and safe environment are met.

Initiates requests to repair/replace worn furnishings, floor coverings, etc.; alerts the Director of Residential Services of any major structural problems.

Conducts and records health and safety drills.

Maintains accountability and serviceability of all ICL property assigned to the program to include vehicles. Reports lost, stolen, missing, or damaged property to the Residence Manager. If directed, conducts initial investigations of property that is lost, stolen, missing, or damaged.

Recommends the purchase of supplies and equipment; properly secures all property and equipment. Conducts regular inspections of vehicles and property to ensure cleanliness, accountability, and serviceability.

Conducts regular inspections of resident rooms to ensure property accountability and serviceability. Establishes key control procedures.

Recommends disciplinary action for staff whose negligence resulted in ICL property becoming lost, stolen, missing, or damaged.

Provides Quality Assurance Oversight:

Ensures internal program compliance with federal, state, city, and agency regulatory requirements. Monitors the quality of the services provided to residents.

Develops a residence mission statement that supports the division and agency mission statements.

May be directed to coordinate with the Quality Management Department and the Administration Division for staff assistance in the preparation for an audit.

Reviews plans of corrective action, incident reports, and program evaluation reports and recommends action that needed for improvement.

May be directed to provide oversight in submission of statistical data.

Assures Consumer and Family Involvement:

Educates staff in the benefits of resident and family involvement, levels of resident and family involvement, types of resident and family involvement, nature of resident and family involvement, and issues of working with the resident and family.

Develops a resident strategy for working with residents and families and develops activities that foster residence-resident and family cooperation and coordination.

Assists in fostering the development of resident involvement committees.

Promotes destigmatization and understanding of Mental Retardation/Developmental programs in local communities.

Educates staff and residents on the importance of a constructive relationship with local elected officials, community boards, and community citizens.

Cooperates with other organizations in development of understanding and interest participating in long range plans for mental retardation program development.

Conducts Investigations:

Assists in conducting internal investigations of untoward incidents as directed by the Vice President or designee in accordance with agency policy.

General:

Willingness and ability to use ICL supplied communication tools (e.g. computers, beepers, telephone, fax, etc.) regularly in the course of conducting business.

Compliance with attendance rules and the ability to work on a regular schedule and has on-call responsibilities.

8/11- 12/11 Paul J. Cooper Brooklyn, NY

Direct Care Counselor

Provide direct care services to individuals and is responsible for communicating the developmental status and current functioning level of consumers.

Participate in case conferences, mandatory staff meetings, in-house reviews, and Interdisciplinary Treatment Team quarterly reviews.

Responsible for monitoring and recording goals and objectives accurately.

Responsible for implementing goal activity for consumers and recording the data in the consumers’ goal books.

Responsible for maintaining on-going communication with the consumers’ day programs and workshops.

Responsible for recording pertinent information in the house log on a daily basis.

Responsible for working with consumers in activities of daily living and in the development of self-help and social skills.

Responsible for maintaining a personalized and home-like atmosphere in the facility.

When the cook is off duty prepares and cooks meals as required.

Responsible for administering consumers’ medication.

Participates in in-service training sessions on a regular basis.

Drives agency vehicle.

1/05-4/10 Evelyn Douglin Center for SPIN Brooklyn, NY

Day Habilitation Supervisor

Oversee daily Operations of a program that consist of 72 consumers

Oversee Staff and supply adequate training for the productivity of job development

Create Goals, Day Habilitation Plans, IPOP’s ect..

Payroll / Time and Attendance

Assure that Medical Documents are in compliance along with the nursing staff

Assure that program is adequately funded.

Medicaid Billing

Assess and Complete DDP’s,

4/01-1/05 Evelyn Douglin Center for SPIN Brooklyn, NY

Residential Manager

To Oversee the daily activities of staff

Ensure that all Staff are trained under OMRDD Regulatory Policies

Participate in Team and Clinical Meetings

Ensure that Medical Billing is in compliance

Cooperate Compliance

Jonothan Law (compliance)

Oversight of Clinical Team ex: QMRP, Nurse, ABSS, M.A.P.,Psychologist, Psychiatrist

Following and Implementing Policies and Regulations of OMRDD

4/00- 4/01 Evelyn Douglin Center for SPIN Brooklyn, NY

Direct Care Counselor

Development of Independent Living Skills

Participation in Group Activities

Secure and Increase the Well Being of all consumers in a Residential Setting

AMAP, CPR / First Aide, SCIP and Driver Certified

1/00- 4/00 Miracle Maker Brooklyn, NY

Direct Care Counselor

To Develop the skills of persons with disabilities

Help with Daily Goals and outcomes

Help to develop skills that will help those with disabilities become independent in cooking,

sewing, laundry and small purchases

3/99-8/01 Elite Security New York, NY

Fire Guard Supervisor

Prevent Potential Life threatening situations due to fire

Secure grounds of High Rise Buildings from potential fire hazards using distinguished fire protocol

Develop close communications with Fire Department and Fire Chief

Education

1986-1988 Boys and Girls High School New York, NY

High School Diploma

Proficient in Computer Data Entry and Spread Sheets

1988-1991 John Jay College Crim. Justice New York, NY

Political Science Studies

No Degree Attained

2008-2009 College of New Rochelle Brooklyn NY

Social Work/Psychology

No Degree Attained

Interests

Consumer Advocacy, Computer technology. Working with persons with disabilities. Church Affiliations, OES (Fidelity Chapter 154) N.A.N.M Stuyvesant School For Music

YTB Travel Agent (Independent)

Reference:

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