Samantha Evans 217 Shevlin Ave SW Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone: 715-416-2374 E-Mail: samanthamarcinette@icloud.com

Professional SummaryHighly motivated, passionate worker dedicated to working in a direct care setting involving clients with a variety of debilitating disorders. Focused on working individually with clients to help reach their full potential and meet daily goals. Currently enrolled in St. Cloud State University Rehabilitation Counseling Master’s Program.

ExperienceEagle’s Wing, INC., Bemidji, MN Assistant Coordinator 11/2015-Present Actively communicate with guardians, case managers, and social workers to ensure the maximum

health and safety of the service recipients Advocate for service recipients in all ways possible to ensure all needs and wants are being met in a

timely and resourceful manner Provide training for staff members regarding safe, effective, and client-centered practices Provide transportation and advocacy for service recipients at doctors, psychiatric, and other health and

wellness related appointments and activities Ensure that service recipients are active in community activities that promote, explore, and expand

their interests while also providing opportunities for integration and inclusion

Direct Care Staff 04/2013-11/2015 Actively listen and build trust with service recipients to help resolve personal issues and achieve daily

goals, understanding the limitations, anxiety and stress-related issues coinciding with various mental health disorders

Provide direct services to service recipients through implementing the CSSP plan Provide training, counseling, and assistance to service recipients in the following areas: personal

hygiene and grooming, responsibilities in community, routine health care, community orientation, meal preparation and planning, recreation/leisure time, emergency procedures and anger management.

Northwest Technical College Disability Services Office, Internship08/2015-Present Meet with students throughout semester regarding disability accommodations for testing, assignments

and assistive technology Answer student and faculty questions regarding the start-up and ongoing process of providing and

utilizing disability services throughout the semester including: exam proctoring, tutoring services, career services, how to obtain accommodations and the proper documentation necessary to begin the accommodation process

Ensure the confidentiality of all students utilizing these services as well as any information disclosed and any documentation provided

Advocate and promote the services our office provides to new and returning students.

Accurate Homecare, Mental Health Practitioner 01/2015-05/2015 Implemented and practiced in-home CTSS skills with children with behavioral disorders and their

families Based on weekly in-home work, chose activities to teach clients proper coping, life and communication

skills in order to make transition into the community a smoother process

Coordinated with other in-home workers to ensure each client is receiving the proper care to meet their specific needs.

St. Cloud State University, Graduate Assistant 08/2014-05/2015 Assisted professor with online courses by grading coursework and observing online discussion boards Observed undergraduate students in a counseling course, providing feedback for enhancement on basic

counseling skills Assisted professor with alumni outreach and surveying.

EducationSt. Cloud State University, Master of Science, Rehabilitation Counseling 08/2014-05/2016 Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, expected May 2016.

Planned, participated in, and advocated for ‘The ABILITY Event’ in Fall 2014 and Spring 2015. This event promoted ending the stigma placed on physical and mental disabilities by having participants attend breakout sessions where they would ‘experience’ what it was like to be afflicted with a certain disability.

Attended the Minnesota Rehabilitation Association Conference in Spring and Fall 2015 and Spring 2016.

Bemidji State University, Bachelor of Science, Psychology 08/2009-12/2012 Course load consisted mainly of courses in the psychology field, including multicultural, cognitive,

abnormal, developmental, theories, procedures, and health psychology.

Skills Knowledge and experience working with

behavioral disorders Emotionally supportive with a client relations

aptitude Familiarity with medications and their

administration Conflict resolution and behavior management

techniques

Extensive customer service experience Organization of client documents and progress

notes Active listening and motivational interviewing

skills Time management and organization

References Jim McKeon, Designated Manager: Eagle’s Wing, Inc.

o Phone: 218-444-3036

Chris Hoffman, Assistant Director, Disability Services Bemidji State University & Northwest Technical College

o Phone: 218-755-2539

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Bradley Kuhlman, Rehabilitation Counseling ProfessorSt. Cloud State University

o Phone: 320-308-1685

Geri Moore, Marketing Director: BioActive Nutrients, Inc.o Phone: 800-879-6504 ext. 206

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