Manager Community-Based Services

• Jun 2023 - Present

Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

• Nov 2022 - Present

Transition & Assessment Coordinator

• Feb 2022 - Nov 2022

Conducts and recommends vocational opportunities for adults and youths with hearing loss ages 14-21 in a community-based and/or school-based setting using an array of assessment and evaluation tools. Trains individuals with hearing loss on a one-to-one and/or group basis using a variety of techniques and assistive technology based upon the needs of the participant. Assists Manager to ensure that youth & assessment services operate cohesively and serves as point-of-contact in the manager’s absence. Mentors team members to ensure they support consumers within a person-centered approach. Show less

Vocational Evaluator

• Apr 2018 - Feb 2022

Northern Career Pathways provides opportunities for individuals with hearing loss to enter the workforce and obtain sustainable employment. Our program is run by staff that are proficient in American Sign Language, experienced in identifying work place accommodations, trained in assistive technologies, and knowledgeable in resources for the deaf and hard of hearing.Vocational Evaluator Determines a participants skills, abilities, and potential to reach a reasonable vocational goal that is a best fit. Show less

Vocational Assessment / Employment Specialist

• Jun 2016 - Apr 2018

The Alternatives subsidiary, Bridges to Employment, operates a Career Development Center for people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. The Career Development Center offers a wide range of evaluation, employment training, job coaching, placement and support services as well as, support groups, seminars and workshops related to employment. Employment Specialists provide ongoing support to both the client and the employer to ensure success and satisfaction whether the client is learning job skills, seeking a job or working on maintaining employment. Services are available to residents of Somerset, Hunterdon, Union, Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Show less

Intern, Individual Support Services

• Jan 2016 - May 2016

Community Support Services for the Deaf (CSSD), Inc.'s mission is to support the personal well-being, growth, independence and achievement of individuals who are Deaf and hard of hearing. CSSD, Inc. supports individuals through the provision of an array of accredited vocational/supported employment, residential services, Individual Support Services, and a 12 bed senior assisted living nursing home. Additionally, CSSD, Inc. provides psychosocial and residential rehabilitation programs, and other outpatient mental health services. CSSD, Inc. provides the highest quality of staff and programs in order to achieve its mission. Show less

Teacher Assistant- ASL Fingerspelling & Number Usage

• Jan 2016 - May 2016

ASL Lab Assistant / Tutor

• Sep 2014 - May 2016

- Make sure lab is available to students during the scheduled times of operation.-Assist students with and reported technical issues. -Maintain general cleanliness of the lab.- Monitor to ensure proper use and care of all equipment.- Assist new American Sign Language students in completing assignments.- Support new learners with study skills to enhance their signing abilities.- Review assignments while giving feedback and direction.

Assistant Manager, Social Media Marketing, Wholesale & Retail

• Nov 2009 - Jul 2014