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Work History (starting with most recent)
| Name of Agency |
Date of Employment |
Job Title |
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TMG |
7/27/2011 |
IRIS Consultant |
Care Responsibilities
Your TMG IRIS consultant is your partner as you create a plan that meets your needs and stays within your IRIS budget. Your TMG IRIS consultant can connect you to resources in your area, and will be a great source of information for any questions you have
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| Name of Institution |
Major/Degree |
Degree Obtained |
Date Obtained |
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Madison College |
Associate's Degree - Human Services |
Yes |
5/1/2010 |
| Name of Certification / Accreditation |
Certifying Agency |
Date Certification was Obtained |
Specialties (e.g., working with autism, the elderly, employment for people with disabilities or
youth in transition, mental health, experience with assisted technology)
Prior to coming to TMG, I worked in a shelter for women and children who have been abused/battered. I also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for 14 years and a case manager in a homeless shelter. I have experience with employment services, counseling, alcohol and drug abuse, community resources and long-term care.
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County/Region I'm familiar with
Juneau, Sauk
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Languages or Communication Skills
English
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I'm comfortable with pets in the home
Yes
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More about me
How do you Partner with people to 'clear the path ahead'?
I partner with people by getting to know what their strengths and goals are. I listen carefully to their background and what is important to them in their lives. I provide resources, guidance and encouragement. I educate people about what services are available and provide them with choices. I empower people by helping them focus on their strengths, knowledge and supports they have in their lives.
What's your favorite thing about being an IRIS consultant?
I enjoy meeting people and partnering with them on their journey in the IRIS Program. I enjoy being a part of empowering individuals to live the type of life they choose.
What past experience prepared you to become an IRIS Consultant?
I was a CNA for 14 years. I learned empathy and compassion for people. This experience helped me to see the perspective of the individual, caregivers and the families involved. I worked in a shelter with women and their children who have been abused/battered providing support/resources/assistance as they learned how to put their lives back on track after being involved in an abusive relationship/marriage. I worked with the homeless population as a Case Manager in a homeless shelter. I helped people connect to resources in the community to obtain employment, skills and housing. I provided guidance in learning how to budget finances and enrich employment skills. I provided a safe environment that was supportive and compassionate that met their needs at a low point in their lives. I also provided connection to resources in the community that could provide items needed to get a fresh start. I organized Fund Raisers for the Shelter and provided education in the community on homelessness.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
One of my newest hobbies/passions is teaching myself how to paint with acrylics. I enjoy painting landscapes and a variety of subject matter. I love gardening. I enjoy growing vegetables for my family and do some canning/preserving as well. I love cooking with fresh vegetables and herbs from our garden. I enjoy spending time with my family. I have four grown children and one wonderful grandchild that I am very proud of. I especially love spending time outside, camping, boating, fishing and spending time around a campfire!
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