Training Management

Velma Lionel

*** ** ****** **** ? Toney, AL ***** ? 256-***-**** ? ******@*******.***

Summary of qualifications

. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with

consumers,

family members, and outside agencies.

. An independent professional with excellent technical skills; able to

establish and grow

positive relationships with clients and colleagues at all organizational

levels.

. Motivated self-starter, able to grasp issues and attend to details while

maintaining

a view of the big picture. Creative, resourceful and flexible, able to

adapt to changing

priorities and maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

. Knowledge of organizational operations and state procedures and

policies.

. Experience in MS Office Suite.

Professional Experience

1 March 2010 - present

2 HARRIS HOME FOR CHILDREN - Huntsville, AL

1 Child Care Worker

2 . Monitor residents living at the facility.

. Educate residents through conversation to reinforce positive behavior.

. Encourage residents to practice basic living skills regarding medication

management, healthy lifestyle and proper hygiene.

3 August 2009 - present

4 MADISON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION - Huntsville, AL

5 Substitute Teacher

. Provide guidance and instruction to students of various grade levels in

the absence of

the regular teacher.

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7 July 2004 - May 2009

ABILITY PLUS, INC - Huntsville, AL

Resident Assistant

. Observed and documented clients' behavior.

. Educated clients through conversation to reinforce positive behavior.

. Accompanied clients on activities and field trips.

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9 August 2008 - January 2009

10 Alabama department of rehabILIATION services - Huntsville, AL

Intern, Vocational Rehabilitation

. Assisted clients with disabilities to return to work.

. Liaison with other agencies.

. Performed initial interviews and evaluations, entitlement determination,

case

management and case documentation.

. Accompanied clients on activities and field trips.

September 2004 - May 2008

RESTORE CARE, INC. - Huntsville, AL

1 Resident Assistant

. Provided care to mentally challenged individuals in a group home

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7 grooming, feeding and implementing training plans.

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9 Service Coordinator

. Attended human rights committee meetings.

. Wrote training programs for consumers.

. Provided training in areas of documentation, fire and severe weather

drills

to employees.

. Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.

. Created daily activities schedules.

. Developed Individualized Service Plans for consumers and attended

meetings

to ensure proper implementation.

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12 September 2006 - December 2007

ARC OF MADISON COUNTY - Huntsville, AL

Aide/Trainer

. Assisted in monitoring and instructing individuals receiving training at

a facility.

. Assisted in providing training materials.

. Completed reports regarding accidents and seizures.

. Maintained classrooms and equipment.

January 2003 - March 2004

MENTAL HEALTH CENTER OF MADISON COUNTY - Huntsville, AL

1 Basic Living Skills Technician

. Provided transportation to clients to ensure compliance with mental

health

treatment and services.

. Assisted clients in accessing medications.

. Provided money management training.

. Encouraged clients to practice independent skills regarding medication

management

and healthy lifestyle.

Education & Certifications

ALABAMA A & M UNIVERSITY - Normal, AL

M.Ed., Special Education (Collaborative Teaching) - 2012

ALABAMA A & M UNIVERSITY - Normal, AL

M.S., Counseling Psychology: Rehabilitation - 2009

ANDREWS UNIVERSITY - Berrien Springs, MI

B.S., Behavioral Science - 1995

Volunteer Service

. Academy for Academics and Arts - Tutor

. Precious Jewel Home Day Care - Aide

References Available Upon Request

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