Amanda Lee
Walnut Ridge,AR
Summary
I pride myself on being a dependable leader with extensive experience in program management and staff leadership at Lawrence County Cooperative School. I have experience in office administration, effectively coordinating operations, achieving program goals, and meeting needs of clients. I have demonstrated the ability to ensure compliance with medicaid standards. I am certified in first aid and CPR, showcasing a commitment to safety. The clients well being, safety, and happiness are number 1 to me.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Program Coordinator
Lawrence County Cooperative School
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinate the day to day operations of the adult development day treatment program.
- Supervise program staff
- Write program plans/quarterly's for 40 adults
- Maintain prescriptions and Files/Intakes
- Write behavior plans
- Monitor and record information in deTASO software
- Facilitate meetings and staff trainings
- Met passe and medicaid standards and guidelines
- Attended PCSP meetings as required
- Kept financial records for the adult program
- Met needs of consumers and families
Assistant Director
Lawrence County Cooperative School
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Coordinate the day to day operations of the Lawrence County Cooperative School
- Supervise program supervisors: including waiver, day treatment, residential, HR, Billing, office personnel and Transportation
- Write behavior plans
- Monitor and record information in deTASO software
- Facilitate meetings and staff trainings
- Met passe and medicaid standards and guidelines
- Attended PCSP meetings as required
- Kept financial records and provided information to the auditors
- Met needs of consumers and families
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and training process to maintain a high-quality staff
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members and clients when needed
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
Residential Facilitator
Lawrence County Cooperative School
01.2013 - 07.2021
- Coordinate the day to day operations of the Haynes House group home.
- Supervised residential staff
- Maintained client files and scripts.
- Maintained the health and safety needs of 10 clients by attending to all medical and dental needs, including overnight and lengthy hospital stays.
- Wrote residential program plans
- Write behavior plans
- Monitor and record information in deTASO software including payroll and billing information
- Facilitate meetings and staff trainings
- Met passe and medicaid standards and guidelines
- Attended PCSP meetings as required
- Kept financial records and provided information for SS and audits
- Met needs of consumers and families
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and training process to maintain a high-quality staff
- Provided personal care as needed
- Transportation as needed
- On call 24/7
Mental Health Specialist
Midsouth Health Systems
07.2011 - 01.2013
- School base case management
- Met with clients regularly Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Met the needs of clients and their families
- Coordinated with Doctors to see patients in the school setting
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized mental health treatment plans.
- Served as a liaison between patients, caregivers, teachers, and other healthcare providers to promote effective communication and coordinated care.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss what was happening in day-to-day life in order to help each person develop insight into personal experiences and relationships.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
- Reported to therapist as needed.
Direct Support Professional
Lawrence County Cooperative School
07.1999 - 07.2011
- Maintained clean and safe group home for 10 clients.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from other team members.
- Implemented and documented on individualized program plans.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Advocated for clients rights within the broader community including in doctors offices, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Sociology
Williams Baptist College
Walnut Ridge, AR05-2010
Skills
- Program management
- Office administration
- Staff evaluation
- Program leadership
- Multitasking
- Effective leader
- Program scheduling
- FIrst aid and CPR
- CPI
Certification
First Aid and CPR
CPI
Timeline
Adult Program Coordinator
Lawrence County Cooperative School
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Director
Lawrence County Cooperative School
07.2021 - 07.2023
Residential Facilitator
Lawrence County Cooperative School
01.2013 - 07.2021
Mental Health Specialist
Midsouth Health Systems
07.2011 - 01.2013
Direct Support Professional
Lawrence County Cooperative School
07.1999 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Sociology
Williams Baptist College
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