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Catherine Cowden

Auburn

Summary

Approachable individual with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Passionate about helping others live independently. Successful with a proven track record in developing successful mentoring relationships with elders as well as their families. Fosters a sense of community among residents to support individuals in times of need.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Service Coordinator

Barkan Managment Co, Inc.
08.2001 - Current
  • Responsible for over 100 residents general well being.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for client needs and resolved roadblocks.
  • Developed and create programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
  • Maintain social service files on all residents by using AASC program.
  • To meet periodically with residents.
  • To publish monthly newsletters and monthly calendar of events.
  • Plan and organize special events and educational programs.
  • To coordinate all residents programs. (health clinics)
  • Manage and implement the lunch program with Elder Services of Worcester.
  • To assist manager with daily needs.

Case Manager

Baypath Elder Services
06.1998 - 08.2001
  • Assessed needs of elderly and persons with disabilities in the community.
  • Conducted thirty and ninety day home visits.
  • Developed service plans and maintained records.
  • Ensured services met consumers needs to maintain independently in the community.
  • On call monthly for protective service emergencies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Gerontology, Managment

Southern Vermont College
Bennington, VT

Skills

  • Documentation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Resident Support
  • Dementia Care
  • Incident Reporting
  • YARDI
  • AASC
  • RSC / HUD Certified

Timeline

Resident Service Coordinator

Barkan Managment Co, Inc.
08.2001 - Current

Case Manager

Baypath Elder Services
06.1998 - 08.2001

Bachelor of Science - Gerontology, Managment

Southern Vermont College
Catherine Cowden