LeeAnn Mc Nally
Loganville
Summary
Resourceful and compassionate direct support professional with 15+ years of experience in behavioral health and mental health services. Proven track record in assisting individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental illness to achieve independence and self-sufficiency. Skilled in crisis management, individual counseling, and developing tailored programming plans. Committed to fostering community integration and enhancing the quality of life for clients through dedicated support and advocacy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Foundation of Exceptional Achievers, Inc.
07.2023 - Current
- Provided direct care and support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their safety, well-being, and quality of life
- Implemented individualized care plans based on clients' specific needs and goals
- Supported individuals in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, and household chores
Library Assistant
Gwinnett Public Library
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Assisted patrons in locating and retrieving books, magazines, and other library materials
- Checked in and checked out library materials using automated systems, ensuring accuracy of records
- Processed interlibrary loan requests, coordinating with other libraries to fulfill patron's borrowing needs
- Maintained organization of library shelves by shelving returned items according to the Dewey Decimal System
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning and repairing damaged books or materials
Modular Instructor
AHRC Suffolk
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted individuals diagnosed with Intellectual disabilities with scheduled daily activities, community outings and basic life skills in a classroom environment.
- Personally implemented goals for each individual based on need and capability, wrote daily progress notes and monthly reports on each individuals headway with their aforementioned goals.
- Assisted with daily grooming and hygiene skills. Worked as bus monitor to ensure each individual was transported safely to and from the Day Habilitation.
Apartment Treatment Counselor
The Way Back Inc
10.2014 - 09.2016
- Responsible for clients, diagnosed with mental illness, living in an independent setting.
- Wrote daily progress notes, obtained medications and medical appointments for clients, attended Treatment Team meetings.
- Encouraged independence and growth in the clients that were served through this agency.
Day Habilitation Specialist
ACLD Day Habilitation
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Assisted individuals become self sufficient, self driven, and self actualized.
- Involved individuals in community activities, both for client recreation and volunteerism.
Therapy Aide
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Provided personal care, treatment, and rehabilitation to individuals diagnosed with mental illness who live in an institutional based setting.
- Coached and encouraged individuals to develop daily living skills and provided a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
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- Mental Health Therapy Aid
Community Integration Specialist
AHRC Day Habilitation
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Assisted the mentally disabled to become more productive members of the community.
- Aided the mentally disabled perform every day activities while focusing on sustainable living skills.
Education
Associate - Psychology
State University of NY
Stony Brook, NY01.2003
Associate - Psychology
Southampton College LIU
Southampton, NY01.2000
Skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Over a decade of crisis management experience
- Over a decade of crisis intervention experience
- Proficient in behavioral health practices
- Individual and group support
- CPR certification with over 10 years of experience
- Ten years of educational instruction
Accomplishments
Successfully implemented several new initiatives to optimize the educational goals of individuals in a classroom setting. Started a lecture series on numerous topics of interest and implemented a cooking class.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Foundation of Exceptional Achievers, Inc.
07.2023 - Current
Library Assistant
Gwinnett Public Library
05.2017 - 09.2020
Modular Instructor
AHRC Suffolk
09.2016 - 03.2017
Apartment Treatment Counselor
The Way Back Inc
10.2014 - 09.2016
Day Habilitation Specialist
ACLD Day Habilitation
01.2009 - 01.2014
Therapy Aide
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
Community Integration Specialist
AHRC Day Habilitation
01.2007 - 01.2008
Associate - Psychology
Southampton College LIU
Associate - Psychology
State University of NY
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