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Ricarsha Y. Francellno

Wauregan

Summary

I am seeking a challenging position with an established organization in which my experience, dedication, communication, and organizational skills would assist your organization in achieving its goals for company growth, and a potential opportunity for advancement.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DSP / Residential Support

JCFS
04.2023 - Current
  • Provide assistance, support and supervision in the learning of residential skills including cooking, menu planning, banking, laundry, grocery shopping, purchasing of personal items and clothing, housekeeping, personal hygiene, recreation and other appropriate skills related to increased independent living and life skills
  • Provide information, reports, and updates to parents and/or guardians on their resident on a weekly or bi-weekly basis
  • Light housekeeping
  • One on one job coaching with an individual in the workplace

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Maine Township District 207
07.2021 - Current
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
  • Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Utilized assistive technology tools to help students access curriculum materials more effectively.

Respite Care

05.2015 - Current
  • Assist in daily activities
  • Providing personal care such as dressing and/or grooming
  • Help with driving individuals to and from doctor appointments, grocery store, activity outings, etc

DSP/ Life Coach / Job Coach

Keshet
01.2018 - 07.2020
  • Provide assistance, support and supervision in the learning of residential skills including cooking, menu planning, banking, laundry, grocery shopping, purchasing of personal items and clothing, housekeeping, personal hygiene, recreation and other appropriate skills related to increased independent living and life skills
  • Provide information, reports, and updates to parents and/or guardians on their resident on a weekly or bi-weekly basis
  • Light housekeeping
  • One on one job coaching with an individual in the workplace

Private Job Coach

01.2016 - 12.2017
  • One on one coach with an individual on the autism spectrum assisting with work related goals
  • Helping to assist the individual to realize their potential and ensuring that they have the skills, understanding, knowledge, and motivation to succeed
  • Ensure safety is being implemented and maintained in the work environment at all times
  • Monitor individuals work performance and provide feedback and prompts when needed
  • Assist in daily activities outside of the work environment

Education

Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

High School -

Evanston Township High School
Evanston, Illinois
01.2009

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Word
  • Power Point
  • Microsoft Publisher
  • Highly organized
  • Multi-tasking
  • Excellent communication
  • Self starter
  • Quick learner
  • Dedicated
  • Hard worker

Certification

  • CPR/ First Aid
  • DSP
  • Safety Care
  • Paraprofessional

Timeline

DSP / Residential Support

JCFS
04.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Maine Township District 207
07.2021 - Current

DSP/ Life Coach / Job Coach

Keshet
01.2018 - 07.2020

Private Job Coach

01.2016 - 12.2017

Respite Care

05.2015 - Current

Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work

Grand Canyon University

High School -

Evanston Township High School
Ricarsha Y. Francellno