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Mercedes Karren

Grand Junction

Summary

Adaptable individual with education in anthropology, archaeology, and geology with understanding of indigenous cultures/history. Work experience supporting elderly and individuals with disabilities to enrich daily life and practice skills. Creative and artistic, with a passion for outdoor activities, aiming to leverage these strengths in community-focused roles that foster inclusivity and empowerment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Independent Management
Grand Junction
12.2022 - Current
  • Assist individuals with meal preparation, household maintenance, errands.
  • Mentor individuals by brainstorming goals, working on skills, education, etc.
  • Provide respite care if family/caregiver is away.

Direct Support Professional

Mosaic
Grand Junction
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Supported community integration by guiding adults with intellectual disabilities in learning practical skills and contributing through volunteer efforts.
  • Facilitated online games and lessons for clients via Google Hangout.
  • Documented daily activities, programs, and goals for 5-10 clients a week.
  • Operated a 15-passenger van and wheelchair-accessible vehicle to transport clients to community events.
  • Participated in a continued behavior training program with a behavior specialist.

Account Executive/Sales Assistant

Alliant Event Services
Salt Lake City
03.2016 - 09.2017
  • Assisted the sales cycle from finding new clients to contract.
  • Scouted new sales opportunities through networking and maintaining long term partnerships.
  • Provided professional pre and post event support to enhance client trust.
  • Assisted with contracts and pricing and kept records of sales and data through a company specific database.
  • Collaborated with the Production Team to create quotes for equipment and labor costs for customer events.

Administrative Assistant/Customer Service

Progressive Leasing
Draper
05.2014 - 03.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Carrington Court Assisted Living & Memory Care
South Jordan
02.2012 - 05.2014

Education

Bachelor's degree - Applied Anthropology & Geography, Archaeology, Geology

Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO
05.2022

Skills

  • Creative/artistic
  • Organized
  • Behavior management
  • Team collaboration
  • Community/social integration
  • Activity planning
  • Educational support
  • Skill development
  • Event facilitation
  • Mentorship

Professional References

  • Jared Cruz, Independent Contract Program Supervisor-Mosaic, jared.cruz@mosaicinfo.org
  • Sylvia Porter, CDASS Family Caregiver, lscporter@gmail.com, 970-242-5245

Academic Reference

John Seebach, Asst. Professor of Archaeology, Colorado Mesa University, jseebach@coloradomesa.edu

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Independent Management
12.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Mosaic
01.2018 - 12.2022

Account Executive/Sales Assistant

Alliant Event Services
03.2016 - 09.2017

Administrative Assistant/Customer Service

Progressive Leasing
05.2014 - 03.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Carrington Court Assisted Living & Memory Care
02.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor's degree - Applied Anthropology & Geography, Archaeology, Geology

Colorado Mesa University

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