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Work History (starting with most recent)
| Name of Agency |
Date of Employment |
Job Title |
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TMG |
2/6/2013 |
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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University of Wisconsin - Stout |
Bachelor of Science - Family Studies |
Yes |
5/1/1981 |
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University of Wisconsin - Stout |
Master of Science - Vocational Rehabilitation |
Yes |
12/1/2006 |
| Name of Certification / Accreditation |
Certifying Agency |
Date Certification was Obtained |
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Certified Rehabilitation Counselor |
CRC |
11/1/2006 |
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 interned at the Department of Workforce Vocational Rehabilitation specializing in job training and youth in transition. I also have 13 years of experience in social services working with special education students and individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.
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County/Region I'm familiar with
Eau Claire
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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 love partnering with individuals hearing their stories and helping them find services to make their life better and more complete. I enjoying getting to know the individuals I work with and helping them to get services to stay in their home and maintain their dignity and independence.
What's your favorite thing about being an IRIS consultant?
I enjoy hearing stories and working with individuals to make their life complete and safer. I enjoy watching the individuals achieve dreams and see them happy in their environment.
What past experience prepared you to become an IRIS Consultant?
I have worked 13 years with individuals with both physical and developmental disabilities achieve their dreams and regain independence. I have personal experience with stroke survivors and older adults retain their independence and get technology/services in the home to assist with tasks.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I like to cook decorate and spend time relaxing in my home. I like to be involved in the community and take my elderly mom on outings to brighten her day. I like sporting events particularly the packers and old sappy movies. My two adult children bring me joy with their many activities.
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