TONIA MCLENDON
Starkville
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director
Sevita Health
Starkville
06.2022 - Current
Program Supervisor
Sevita Health
Columbus
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided leadership, guidance and supervision to staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and results.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff members.
Program Supervisor
Help at Home
Columbus
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a professional manner.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, standards and codes of practice.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and results.
Bridge to Independence Navigator
Help at Home
Jackson
08.2015 - 10.2020
- Conducted intake assessments with new clients to determine eligibility for services and develop appropriate action plans.
- Attended trainings or seminars related to professional development opportunities.
- Assisted in developing strategies to address barriers that impede a client's progress towards achieving self-sufficiency goals.
Childcare Specialist
Golden Triangle Planning and Development
Statkville
07.2003 - 08.2015
- Assisted with childcare certificates for low income families in the community
- Ensured families met the requirements for grant program.
- Checked records of daycare’s to ensure meeting requirements for grant.
Psychological Testing Assistant
Dr. Richard Beattie
Starkville
07.2001 - 07.2003
- Prepared comprehensive summary reports outlining results of each stage of the testing cycle.
- Conducted psychological assessments, including IQ tests, personality tests, and other diagnostic tools.
- Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Community Mental Health Coordinator
Community Counseling Services
West Point
06.1998 - 06.2001
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Coordinated resources for clients including referrals for additional therapies or medication.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS 05.1989 - 05.1995
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Verbal communication
- Cultural awareness
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Supervision and leadership
- Dependable and responsible
- Written communication
Accomplishments
- Sevita Spotlight Award
Affiliations
- Animal rescue
- Reading especially books involving research on brain and gut relationship
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director
Sevita Health
06.2022 - Current
Program Supervisor
Sevita Health
10.2021 - 07.2022
Program Supervisor
Help at Home
10.2020 - 10.2021
Bridge to Independence Navigator
Help at Home
08.2015 - 10.2020
Childcare Specialist
Golden Triangle Planning and Development
07.2003 - 08.2015
Psychological Testing Assistant
Dr. Richard Beattie
07.2001 - 07.2003
Community Mental Health Coordinator
Community Counseling Services
06.1998 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mississippi State University
05.1989 - 05.1995