LISA MYERS
Columbus, IN **203
****.*******@*****.***
Education
Masters of Psychology (University of Phoenix, May 2011)
Bachelors of Arts (Indiana University, December, 1998)
Software Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Avatar, Taleo. Certified PIA Instructor, Certified Person Centered Planning and Individual Support Plan facilitator
Work Experience
Professional Assessment of Indiana-Behavior Consultant (11/16-Current)
Independent Contractor working with individuals with developmental disabilities and dually diagnosed individuals through the Medicaid Waiver
Develop functional assessments and behavior plans for each client and train family and staff on implementing plans in home, community and schools
Attend quarterly meetings, face to face visits with clients weekly
Track progress on goals/behaviors
Write medication reduction plans/attend psychiatrist appointments with clients
Write quarterly reports
Indiana Mentor - Area Director (12/07 - Current)
Director of Medicaid Supported Living Homes and Medically Fragile Group Homes
Directly supervising 8 Program Directors and 12 Program Coordinators
Conducting employee interviews, training and disciplinary actions
Managing state approved budgets for 200+ clients
Demonstrating reliability by being available 24/7 to all staff, clients and their families
Opening new facilities and handling all client admissions and marketing for new sites
Administering budgets and cost reporting in the range of $15 million dollars
Monitoring clients Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security eligibility benefits
Completing investigations for all abuse, neglect and exploitation incidents
Handling all unemployment hearings
Developing relationships with community resources to promote inclusion for clients and their families
Participating in CARF surveys and ISDH surveys
Chairperson for Human Rights Committee
Indiana Mentor - Quality Assurance Manager (07/05 – 12/07)
Completing all investigations for matters involving client health and safety
Reviewing all program books to ensure sites are survey ready and in state compliance
Evaluating all incident reports for trends and safety violations
References Available Upon Request