EHANA
Salynna Lauziere
Dudley
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in compassionate caregiving and adaptive learning, notably at Open Sky Community Services. Demonstrated success in enhancing community integration for individuals with developmental disabilities, leveraging emotional support and advocacy to achieve significant improvements in client well-being. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams to exceed program objectives, embodying a blend of empathetic service and strategic program development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shared Living Provider
Open Sky Community Services
02.2012 - Current
- Shared living provides individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or Autism with a range of benefits. This option allows individuals to become a part of the household, the family, and the community. Shared Living can provide individuals with individualized support, making it the perfect choice for those who need it most.
DD/Autism Family Support Center Assistant Manager
Open Sky Community Services
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted with new in take process twice weekly or when needed.
- Processed payroll for employees as needed.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Assisted team members with purchasing, marketing ideas and follow through.
- Participated in community based activities the program hosted that were designed to promote social interaction, reality orientation and intellectual stimulation.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.
- Facilitated/assisted with communication between clients and other service providers.
DD Supported Living Program Coordinator
Open Sky Community Services
03.2011 - 06.2024
- Established and maintained positive communication and working relationships with Team members, participants and their guardians, family members, neighbors, visitors and other agencies.
- Held a small caseload
- Developed working templates for program staff to assist with time management.
- Monitored programming schedules, conformance to guidelines and quality.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
- Facilitated programming by coordinating resources and deliverables between Stakeholders.
- Promoted Advocacy skills, Health and wellness
- Provided staff with training and support in order to enable staff to do the job to the best of their ability.
DD Supported Living Case Manager
Alternatives Unlimited Inc.
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Partnered with other stakeholders involved int the person's life. Such as Family, Guardians, DDS, physicians, etc. to develop and implement individualized service plans.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Assisted clients with education, encouragement around community and in home tasks and how to succeed in implementing independently.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Participated in community events with people supported to promote services and engage with public such as community dances, community self advocacy meetings, community fundraising ideas, etc.
DD Day Program Teaching Assistant
Alternatives Unlimited Inc.
01.2008 - 03.2010
- Assisted with ADL's
- Assisted in the process and implementation of designed comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize each person's daily schedule.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet everyone's varying needs.
- Partnered with the teacher to plan and implement goals, and objectives.
- Completed daily reports
Hairstylist
Supercuts
09.2006 - 02.2009
- Greeted customers with a positive attitude.
- Completed the check-in and out process with customers.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
- Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northbridge High School
Northbridge, MA06-2024
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Adaptive learning
- Emotional support
- Resident advocacy
- Multi tasker
Certification
CPR/First Aid and narcan
Water Safety
MAP(need to be recertified if needed)
Software
HCSIS
Microsoft Excel
Outlook
Word
Timeline
DD/Autism Family Support Center Assistant Manager
Open Sky Community Services
06.2023 - 06.2024
Shared Living Provider
Open Sky Community Services
02.2012 - Current
DD Supported Living Program Coordinator
Open Sky Community Services
03.2011 - 06.2024
DD Supported Living Case Manager
Alternatives Unlimited Inc.
03.2010 - 03.2011
DD Day Program Teaching Assistant
Alternatives Unlimited Inc.
01.2008 - 03.2010
Hairstylist
Supercuts
09.2006 - 02.2009
CPR/First Aid and narcan
Water Safety
MAP(need to be recertified if needed)
High School Diploma -
Northbridge High School
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