CYNTHIA WILLISON
***A Cortland Ave. Myrtle Beach,SC.29579 Mobile: 610-***-****
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position utilizing the skills developed in previous positions
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: good communication skills, time management and organization
LEADERSHIP: Completed the Leadership Development Conference sponsored by P4A
Elder Abuse Task Force chair – have worked on organizing training for Law Enforcement, Personal Care Homes and Nursing homes. Have coordinated Elder Justice Day with multiple educational speakers for the seniors of Chester County.
Workforce Development Program- co chair of the group addressing Hiring Recruitment within the County of Chester Human Services
EDUCATION: Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Psychology
Minor in Computer Science
EXPERIENCE: Member Service Representative
American Heritage Credit Union
March 2020 - Sept. 2023
Aging Care Management Supervisor 2
Chester County Department of Aging
October 2002 – February 2020
This position provides direct supervision to the Aging Care Manager 3 positions. The position is responsible for programmatic oversight and day to day activities for the Protective Services program. Have needed to work with difficult consumers or their families in this role. Have knowledge of the law and be able to explain how this program works to the community, family and medical profession. Provide outreach, speak to groups, facilities, hospitals regarding the role and function of the Dept.
Aging Care Management Supervisor I
Chester County Department of Aging
June 1998 – October 2002
This position provides direct supervision to Aging Care Manager II, and Assessor positions. The position is responsible to engage in delivering programmatic oversight and day to day operations of one or more direct service programs operated by the Chester County Department of Aging Services. Direct supervision of front line care managers. Implemented disciplinary measures as warranted Work with administrative staff in the development of procedures and processes for new programs in the Dept. Worked with administrative staff with implementation of a new start up program sponsored by the state.
Aging Program Assessor
Chester County Department of Aging
November 1991 – June 1998
The Assessor is responsible for comprehensive assessment for individuals seeking placement or information on home services program through the Dept of Aging. This is a position that must explain the role and function of the Dept of Aging to the community at large.
Aging Care Manager II
Chester County Department of Aging
May 1991 – September 1992
The Aging Care Manager is responsible for providing assessment, care planning, service coordination, and performance of ongoing care management tasks for consumers seeking assistance in obtaining a variety of formal and/or informal social services. The position develops care plans based upon medical, social, psychological and functional assessments and completes appropriate referral tasks to address the needs of the consumer. Worked with nurse and supervisor to start the Level 2 Diversion program. It was a new process to designate consumers who were NFCE for a greater level of services from the Dept. This was dealing with families and community providers in coordination of care being provided in the home.
VOST Supervisor, Vocational Evaluator
COMHAR
June 1990 – May 1991
The supervisor is responsible for the coordination of training for the Intellectually Developmentally delayed individual in a workshop setting. The position develops Individual Work Performance Plans based upon the functional assessment completed by the direct care worker.
Program Coordinator
St. Mary’s Association for Retarded Citizens
December 1988 – November 1989
This was an administrative position with responsibilities for staff training, interviewing, evaluations and scheduling. Chaired the individual goal planning sessions for each individual in the group home. Assisted in the development of policies and procedures for the operation and regulatory compliance of the group home with State and Federal requirements. Provided supervision to staff in 4 residential group home settings.
Program Supervisor
November 1987 – November 1988
Program Monitor
November 1986 – November 1987
Program Staff
November 1985 – November 1986
ARC Allegheny
1001 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA
This was a residential community setting for individuals with IDD. As direct care worker in an apartment with 3 individuals the role was to implement the care plan, provide supervision and assist with activities of daily living. The position of Program Monitor was to develop the care plans for the 6 individuals residing in the group home setting. The role of the Supervisor was to oversee the 24 hour staffing need of 2 apartments. There were 7 staff.