Jessica Chamberlin

Social Work Professional with 8+ Years in Residential Care & Behavioral Health

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EastonMember since May 28, 2026

Crisis Intervention & De-escalationBehavioral Health SupportResidential Program OperationsStaff Training & Team LeadershipPatient & Client AdvocacyTrauma-Informed CareRegulatory Compliance & Documentation

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Crisis Intervention & De-escalationBehavioral Health SupportResidential Program OperationsStaff Training & Team LeadershipPatient & Client Advocacy

About

Compassionate and dedicated social work professional with more than eight years of experience supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential care settings. Skilled in crisis intervention, behavioral management, client advocacy, staff supervision, and person-centered care planning. Experienced in hospice and trauma-informed support through graduate field placements, with a strong commitment to promoting dignity, empowerment, and equitable access to care.

Holds master's degrees in Social Work and Humanitarian Action and Human Rights and is fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).

Experience

Program Manager of Residential Services - Arc of Warren County - Washington, NJ

(2017-09)

Employee of the Year 2021, Direct Support Professional. Employee of the Year 2019, Outstanding Service.

Ensured NJ state compliance through facility inspections and corrective actions.
Trained and maintained consistent in-house procedures for staff.
Oversaw program operations to meet NJ state standards.
Prioritized resident safety, managing medication and welfare.
Managed group home payroll and administrative tasks meticulously.
Thoughtfully procured essential resources for daily needs.
Optimized staff activities for peak productivity.

Independent Care Provider - Independent Care Provider - Chester, NJ

(2016-09 - 2017-09)

Personally cared for clients in daily activities.
Empowered individuals to be self-reliant.
Fostered social connections and emotional well-being.
Accompanied and provided assistance on errands and medical trips.
Attentively monitored overall health and wellness.

Presentation/Pricing Team Lead - Target - Phillipsburg, NJ

(2008-09 - 2016-01)

Supervised merchandising, pricing accuracy, inventory presentation, and team coordination in a fast-paced retail environment. Developed strong organizational, leadership, communication, and multitasking skills transferable to human services settings.