Jerisa Chiumbu-Maseko
Director of Planning for Adult Life at The Arc of New Jersey- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Mental Health First Aider
National Council for Mental WellbeingJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Mental Health First Aider
National Council for Mental WellbeingJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Mental Health Coach
The Light UniversityMay, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Mental Health Facilitator
NBCC InternationalJun, 2015- Nov, 2024
Experience
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The Arc of New Jersey
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Planning for Adult Life
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Jul 2013 - Present
PFAL is a statewide program that serves students ages 14-21 with developmental disabilities, their families, and professionals in the field. My responsibilities have included developing curriculum, hiring and supervising staff, public speaking events, administering conferences and reporting measurable outcomes to the state Division of Developmental Disabilities.
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Director of Coalition for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities
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Feb 2010 - Jun 2013
Organized and implemented statewide workshops, educational seminars and conferences on issues of prevention of developmental disabilities. Facilitated the Prevention Committee of The Arc of New Jersey Board of Directors and served as primary grant writer for financial support to carry out the Coalition programs.
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Training & Technical Assistance Specialist
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Jun 2007 - Feb 2010
Supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in advocating for their rights within society by coordinating disability awareness activities with self-advocacy groups throughout New Jersey. Assisted in coordination of self-advocacy through speaking engagements at conferences, meetings, workshops on local, state, and national levels. Organized networking opportunities for self-advocates with groups and organizations who provide services for people with disabilities.
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Education
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Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science, Human Development and Family Studies, General -
West Coast Bible College and Seminary
Master of Ministry, Religious Education