24620 Russell Road, D106

Kent, WA 98032

(507) 226-5497

resumes@sirius-books.com

To work in the field of Vocational Rehabilitation

Recent experience in field of Vocational Rehabilitation. Have demonstrated leadership as well as team work capabilities. Demonstrated advocacy, direct client service, case management, assessment/evaluation, group facilitation and conference presentation skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word for Windows, Excel and Internet.

BA, Social Welfare - 1996

University of Washington - Seattle, Washington

Summer Institute of Assistive Technology University of Washington - 1999

CAREER PERFORMANCE CONSULTANTS – Kent, Washington 7/97 to 7/00

• Intake and assessment of new clients.
• Case Management.
• Resume writing.
• Advocacy for clients with prospective employers.
• Develop job sites.
• Provide community resources when necessary.
• Cold calling employers.
• Provide counseling.

HIGHLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - Highline , Washington - 1996

Independent Study

• Evaluated the Highline Community College volunteer reading/taping program for students with visual impairments and dyslexia.
• Assessed effectiveness of current procedures and equipment.
• Made recommendations regarding how to improve the program.

SEATTLE KING COUNTY DIVISION ON AGING - Seattle, Washington 1994 - 1995

• Provided direct client services and advocacy to promote independence and choice for older people and disabled adults in Seattle and King County.
• Tracked clients in COPES (COPES provides care in the home as an alternative to nursing homes) and Respite Care program.
• Contacted clients and families to ensure clients’ needs were being met.
• Contacted Respite caregivers and providers to schedule and ensure provision of services.
• Referral to agencies and community resources.

RELIABLE DISTRIBUTORS - Renton, Washington 1977 - 1987

• Supervised a staff of up to thirty five employees in tasks such as filling customer orders and delivery of products.
• Trained new employees.
• Resolved inventory control problems.

Board Member Foundation Fighting Blindness, Seattle, Washington

• Vice President in charge of Human Services 1996 to 1998

Board Member Deaf-Blind Service Center, Seattle Washington 1990 to 1993

• Vice Chair (1992 to 1993)

Metamorphosis Support Group, Seattle Washington 1990 to 1995

• Group Facilitator