Jason D. Thurman
Bryant, AR **022
870-***-**** ************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position in Human Resources or Training, where I can effectively utilize my expertise in Training and Development, Instructor capabilities, employee relations and staff retention.
EDUCATION
University of Arkansas Little Rock- B.A. English/Music May 2006
Webster University - M.A. Human Resource Management May 2013
Certified Brain Injury Specialist
Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
EXPERIENCE
Case Manager – BirchTree Communities Rehabilitation- July 2012 –Present Benton, AR
• Facilitate case coordination and information sharing with fellow case managers.
• Ensure that delivery of services provided to meet policy requirements.
• Monitor case load and member progress/regression.
• Oversee staff rapport, relationships, and documentation.
• Maintain case records; communicate with physicians to develop an effective working relationship.
• Serve as member advocate.
HR Administrator/Training Compliance Coordinator- Dec. 2008 – May 2012
Timber Ridge NeuroRestorative, TBI Rehabilitation/Dual Diagnosis
Benton, AR
• Maintained confidentiality of payroll and personnel records of approximately 180 employees.
• Planned, coordinated, administered personnel and facility policies in the areas of recruitment, orientation and training.
• Administered employee benefits, compensation, and resignation/termination. Provided employees information regarding insurance and benefits, leave of absence, and Worker’s Compensation
• Reviewed potential new hire applications/resumes, scheduled and conducted interviews;
• oversaw initial drug screens; responsible for all new hire paperwork, background checks and orientation.
• Developed and coordinated facility wide training that facilitated competency growth for employees.
HR Administrator/Training Compliance Coordinator- Timber Ridge NeuroRestorative (continued)
• Created, instructed, and implemented a 16 week supervisor training course, trained employees on CARF and JACHO accreditation standards.
• Certified Instructor of Crisis Prevention Intervention, where I instructed, demonstrated, and tested employees on proper hands on techniques in averting crisis.
• Supported management with regards to training, emergency drills, and performance improvement activities such as quality assurance and waste management.
• Assisted in developing new programs for Human Resources for district and corporate facility.
Team Coordinator- Timber Ridge NeuroRestorative – July 2006 – Dec. 2008
Benton, AR
• Managed, planned, coordinated, and directed the work of 40 employees that provided direct care and treatment to the client population.
• Used positive motivation and/or reinforcement to effectively manage the team.
• Maintained the weekly multiple shift employee schedule.
• 24 hour on call, facilitated team meetings, taught behavior interventions, and promoted continuity of care.
• Monitored staff performance and conducted quarterly/annual yearly performance evaluations.
Shift Supervisor- Timber Ridge NeuroRestorative – April 2006 – July 2006
Benton, AR
• Monitored staff performance and addressed personnel issues within the chain of command.
• Ensured staff were properly trained and following protocols.
• Reviewed documentation for accuracy and completion.
REFERENCES
References available upon request.