Fund Development - Catholic Charities of JLHC
(2022-01 - 2024-12)
- Responsible for creating, cultivating, and maintaining donor relationships
- Organizing fundraising events throughout the year
- Maintaining the donor/sponsor database
- Grant writing
Substance Abuse Counselor - Catholic Charities of JLHC
- Provided assessments and implemented treatment programs in a prison-based environment
- Worked on collaborative teams
- Assisted prisoners with resources by locating resources in their communities
Owner of Case Management agency contracting services in Oakland County Michigan - KJV LLC - Oakland County, Michigan
(2007-01 - 2020-12)
- Contracted with Community Living Services, Ferndale MI
- Worked with public defenders and the city attorneys in Ferndale and Troy MI to assist them with jail diversion regarding individuals with dual diagnoses
- Responsible for providing staff for individuals to remain independent in the community. Duties included advertising, hiring, training and maintaining employees as well as termination
- Recruited, hired and terminated staff for over 38 families
- Assist individuals with intellectual disabilities to transition from school into the community to develop employment opportunities, utilize partnerships via Michigan Rehab Services
- Community development to provide advocacy by developing relationships with agencies in Oakland County that services those with intellectual disabilities. Developed relationships with Judson Center, Michigan Works, ARC, Jewish Vocational Services etc. Worked closely with them to maintain work, education and independent living contracts
Parent Advocate - Michigan Alliance for Families
(2010-01 - 2011-12)
- Case Management for families for people with Intellectual Disabilities
- Information and referral for parents
- Consultation with parents regarding education and Individual Education Plans
- Assessment and coordinating and linking parents to the appropriate supports
Case Management - On My Own
(2009-01 - 2010-12)
Provided case management for private agency On My Own as an interim
- Maintained services for people with intellectual disabilities including Person Centered Plans, budgets and family needs
Board Treasurer - Autism Society of Michigan
(2008-01 - 2018-12)
- Manage, direct and develop fund-raising events
- Strategic planning for annual objectives
- Planned and directed strategies to optimize the agency's ability to reach and engage key donors state-wide
- Seek monetary and in-kind donations from businesses and donors
- Oversaw financial operations including budgetary process, oversaw budgetary process to ensure that sound financial controls were in place
- Comply with stringent stewardship guidelines about community partnerships
- Manage, grow and meet income goals for the Autism Society of Michigan
- Recruit, cultivate, and manage key volunteers
- Assist with finding, maintaining and supervision of CEO's
Coach - Special Olympics - Troy, Michigan
- Supervised up to 30 special needs Olympians weekly at the Five Star Bowling alley in Troy Michigan
- Managed up to 10 volunteers to provide care and support services
- Managed medications and behavioral needs
- Monitored and managed all special Olympics Michigan paperwork
- Managed, hired, and supported Chaperones for the bowling tournaments
Parent Advocate - CAUSE: (Citizens Alliance to Uphold Special Education)
(2007-01 - 2008-12)
- Case Management/Support Coordination
- Responsible for supporting families and linking and coordinating services, for education services and needs
- Worked closely with attorney for the Michigan Protection and Advocacy to assist those with special needs have equal access to education
Member of the Education Workgroup - Michigan DD Council
(2010-01 - 2011-12)
- Board Member/Advocacy for those with Intellectual Disabilities
- Responsibilities to meet with all DD council members to develop public policy
- Review grants and distribution of monies to organizations throughout the state
Co-chair - Oakland County Regional Interagency Consumer Council
(2008-01 - 2014-12)
- Grant review and write grants to maintain position
- Gave grants to community services such as transportation and policies to promote support for the disabled in Oakland County
- Provided recommendation for policy changes for Community Mental Health program in all of Oakland County
Long Term Contracted Special Education Teacher for the Oakland County Intermediate School District / Job Developer - Oakland Schools Autism Program - Royal Oak, Michigan
(2001-01 - 2005-12)
- Developed unique and specialized adapted work environments for students with Autism to promote independence
- Worked with community businesses to develop job training sites
- Collaborated with teachers, students, and their families to develop person-centered and Individualized Education Plans concerning customizing work environments with local businesses
- Carried out duties about Individualized Education Plans and coordination of vocational programs
Executive Pastry Chef - Grand Travers Resort, Park Place Hotel, Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, The Peninsular Club, Edwards Bakery, Orchard Lake Country Club
(1994-01 - 2002-12)
Management positions at Grand Travers Resort, Park Place Hotel, Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, The Peninsular Club, Edwards Bakery and Orchard Lake Country Club.
- Responsibilities included hiring staff, managing payroll, work schedules and grievances
- Manage daily financial operations for food management and budgets
