Basics

First and Last Name

defytheaverage

City

Boise

I am a

Support Broker, Community Support Worker

About me

I LOVE working with those that have a few extra challenges in their life. I have a special place in my heart for those with disabilities because I grew up with 3 siblings who have struggled with their own delays. I am currently working on my master’s degree in mental health counseling so that I may better serve those that tend to be least understood. I would love to help your loved one gain independence and hope.

Website or Blog

http://www.facebook.com/jspage
http://www.jillsserentiy.blogspot.com

Resume

Jillian S. Page 8774 W. Stirrup St. Boise, ID 83709 (208) 412-7109 jillianpage@msn.com __________________________________________________________ Summary of Qualifications Educated, highly organized, adaptable, ethical, and passionate worker looking for an opportunity to use my valuable, extensive experience within a reputable continuing education setting. Zeal for working with challenging individuals and successfully integrating them into society. Adept at building relationships with demanding persons and encouraging goal-oriented behaviors including time management, organization, work ethic, and study habits. Experienced with office-related work, social work, and human resources including interpersonal relationships with subordinates, superiors, and the public. Professional Experience Idaho Athletic Club: February 2011 – Present Fitness Consultant Manager (208) 938-8407 • Experience in sales management • Experience in customer service and interpersonal relationships • Experience with managing employees and the club • Experience writing contracts • Experienced with front desk duties including paperwork, phone calls, customer relations, sales, and multi-tasking Syringa House (Northwest Children’s Home): October 2008 – February 2011 Supervisor (Team Leader) – Residential Treatment Specialist (208)467-5223 • Experience in subordinate as well as supervisory positions. • Experience in counseling extremely difficult young girls in all areas of treatment, including but not limited to: encouragement and development of goal-oriented behaviors, positive self-awareness, ethical discipline, and interpersonal relationships. • Report writing and data collection including incident reports, medical reports, progress reports, close observation logs, correspondence logs, etc. • Experience adapting to various settings and working seamlessly with various departments. • Organization and completion of community based outings and activities. • Experience dealing with the public and integrating them smoothly into daily operations including interviews, phone calls, de-escalation of difficult situations, and counseling sessions. • Experience with writing program manual, scheduling, and shift planning. • Extremely strong focus on personal ethics and discipline. Gem State Developmental: June 2007 – May 2009 Developmental Technician (208)888-5522 · Group centered therapy with developmentally and behaviorally challenged individuals, with a strong focus on immediate and lifelong goals and behaviors. · Experience with interpersonal relationships on a individual and group level. · Direct experience with the public and integrating them smoothly into daily operations including phone calls, counseling sessions, etc. · Experience adapting to various settings and working seamlessly with various departments. · Organization and completion of community based outings and activities. · One on one aid for especially behaviorally and developmentally difficult adolescents. · Strong focus on ethics and discipline. A to Z Tutoring: January 2009 – May 2009
In home Tutor Self Employed • Individual tutoring sessions for two hours. • Direct interaction with the public. • Experience with refugees and foreign cultures. • Experience developing immediate and life goals with a broad range of people. • Planning for tutoring projects. • Experience with learning disabilities. • Required to print and fax all tutoring materials. Volunteer Experience Homeless Young Women: May 2010 – Present • Director of Poetic Success transitional home for young women aging out of the foster care system. Elderly Care: December 2006 – January 2008 • Sang songs with the elderly at Life Care and Valley View once a week. Low-income Children: September 2005 – December 2006 • Played with children from impoverished neighborhoods in their local park and then taught lessons about behavioral management and breaking away from their parents’ habits once a week. Education • LIBERTY UNIVERSITY, Lynchburg, VA December 2008 Bachelor of Science Cum Laude: Criminal Justice (minor in psychology) Congressional Medal: September 2001 – May 2005 • 100 hours of public service during high school for bronze Congressional Medal including: singing at nursing homes, cooking at youth camps, Other Qualifications Training: • Medication Certified • MANDT • MANDT advanced • Pat down qualified • Suicide prevention • HIPPA • PREA • Fire safety • Certified in First Aid and CPR Situational training: · Has had training in restraining behavioral and violent individuals and has used this training on many occasions within a job situation. · Has had training in report taking and data collection. · Has had contact with case workers, social workers, and others within the therapeutic system. · Has had training in Dialectal Behavioral Therapy Skills therapy and Situational Leadership. Spiritually Mature: • Highly active in church functions. • Strong sense of faith and personal ethics. • Emotionally balanced. • Strong self-awareness and healthy self-esteem. • Passionate about the well-being of others. Martial Arts: • Physically active and able to handle difficult confrontations. Experienced in martial arts and has obtained blue belt level combat skills. Fitness level: • Achieved a score of 285/300 on the Marine Corps Fitness Test.

Qualified Support Broker (Manages the plan)

Became a Certified Support Broker for My Voice, My Choice

January 15, 2010

Taking new participants

Yes

Service Areas

Region 3, Region 4

Experience

I grew up with 3 siblings who had ADD, Aspergers and Down Syndrome. We homeschooled, so we all helped with day to day therapy as a part of life. I have worked in developmental centers, and residential treatment centers for troubled girls (who had learning disabilities and mental health issues).
I am currently pursuing my masters degree in counseling.
I love to help vulnerable people overcome challenges and be successful.

Community Support Worker (Supports the participant at home or in the community)

Currently Working as a CSW

yes

I am looking for a participant to work with.

yes

Experience

I grew up with 3 siblings who had learning challenges and developmental disabilities. I have experience working as a developmental technician for several years and experience supervising a residential treatment home for two and a half years. I am great with working with past trauma and abuse, mental illnesses, self harm behaviors, suicidal thoughts, violent behaviors, inappropriate sexual behaviors, learning disabilities, and developmental delays. I understand the needs of people with disabilities and how to encourage them to do their best. It is not just a job. It is a passion.

Fingerprinting is Complete

yes

Education

Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice from Liberty University. Currently pursuing a masters degree in mental health counseling.

Certified Family Home

No

Other

Other

Educator