Cherquira Whitley
Frederick
Summary
Dynamic Health Care Advocate with a proven track record at Progressive Maryland Coalition, skilled in healthcare navigation and ethics. Enhanced client satisfaction through personalized support and innovative service plans, while effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care. Committed to advocating for clients' rights and promoting health literacy for improved quality of life.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Advocate
Progressive Maryland Coalition
11.2023 - Current
Enhanced Personal Support
Developmental Disabilities Administration
04.2022 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Provided advanced behavioral support and beyond standard care to client with severe autism.
- Worked with client with daily chores in home setting.
- Developed schedule of activities for the day.
- Supported client with behavioral coping methods when behaviors occur.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Support Broker
Developmental Disabilities Administration
06.2021 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized support and tailored service plans.
- Educated clients on available resources within their communities to enhance independence and quality of life.
- Advocated for clients'' rights at meetings with service providers, ensuring fair treatment and access to necessary supports.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure well-rounded support for clients'' diverse needs.
Education
Paralegal Studies Degree Certificate - Legal Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDSkills
- Health literacy
- Healthcare navigation
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Creativity and innovation
Timeline
Health Care Advocate
Progressive Maryland Coalition
11.2023 - Current
Enhanced Personal Support
Developmental Disabilities Administration
04.2022 - Current
Support Broker
Developmental Disabilities Administration
06.2021 - Current
Paralegal Studies Degree Certificate - Legal Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
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