Deana L.

Seaman
3500 Waterford Oaks Dr.
Orange Park, FL 32065
Deanaseaman@Yahoo.com
856-580-7894

Superior communication skills in both verbal and written form, Knowledge of therapeutic techniques
and ABA behavior modification. Excellent at working with a team or independently, and exceeds
expectations. Empathetic, Persistent, and determined to do what is necessary to benefit clients and
community. Personable and professional, excellent at relating to diverse populations.
Education
Pursuing a Masters of Human Service Administration expected graduation 1/2016
Wilmington University New Castle, DE.
Wilmington University New Castle, DE
Bachelors Degree-Psychology GPA 3.8 Graduated Cum
Laude 2008-2010
Key Skills
Crisis Intervention
Interpersonal
Communication

Supervision and Staff Interaction

Relating to diverse populations

Life Skills Training and

Development

MS Word
MS PowerPoint
Citrix program
Outlook

Scheduling and Delegating

Internet Research
Supervisory excellence training
UIR preparation

Locating and Linking

resources

Experience
Initial Independence Inc.
Director
11/16/2016 present
Oversees all operations of the Initial Independence Inc. program. Financial management of the
program, Ensures compliance with all state and local requirements. Ensure the well-being of clients
served by Initial Independence. Manages office staff and all managers and direct support
professionals.
Arc of St. Johns County Quality Assurance Coordinator
4/7/15 11/14/2016
Ensures quality of care for 3 medical group homes, ensures proper documentations, and appointment
calendars including upkeep of medical data. Manages financial budgets for 15 consumers in 15 bed
medical home. Interacts with administrators, support staff and state officials. Numerous other
responsibilities

Devereux Inc.
Program Manager
12/16/13 to 1/1/15
Manage four group homes, ensuring compliance with all state and organizational guidelines. Handle
compliance of annual and 90 day trainings of 12 group homes, ensure compliance with monthly
reports, Handle interviewing, and recommendations for hire. Ensure licensing readiness of group
homes. All documentation for UIRs and submitting to state. SSI redeterminations and submissions to
DDD. Regional staffing and sub management, on call duties and numerous other duties as required.

Bancroft Neuro-Health Center Site Supervisor

9/2011 to 12/2013
Supervise approximately 50 direct care staff on a campus for people with Autism, Developmental
Disabilities, dual diagnosis and Brain injuries. Used trauma informed care to ensure the best practice
in relating to clients with PTSD. Stepped in to handle crisis situations when necessary using crisis
intervention techniques and safe and positive approaches to personal restraint.
Duties include but not limited to; insuring appropriate care of individuals according to the D.D.D, B.I.S.
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laws. Implemented Active engagement Activities, and in charge of Campus safety and security.
Ranch Hope, Inc.
Life Skills Instructor/Teaching Assistant 2005 2011
Created, Implemented, Staffed, and Taught Innovative Life Skills Class for Incarcerated and at risk
youth.
Worked with approval of staff and school administrators to incorporate a curriculum to teach students
necessary life skills such as communication, decision making, job searching, interviewing, and money
management, team building, and avoiding negative behaviors.
Work on Behavior modification committee to identify negative behaviors and come up with a treatment
plan for clients
Instruct students in music and art projects in a therapeutic milieu
Transport residents to activities such as field trips.
Archway Programs Inc.
Assistant Counselor
2000-2005
Coordinate Psycho education groups for at risk teens
Ran Team building, relaxation education, anger management, life skills, and focus groups
Set goals and worked with clients to achieve behavioral and development goals.
Stepped in as Head Counselor with little or no supervision in her absence
Went above and beyond the expected responsibilities to help clients achieve goals and have a
better life.
After leaving position, returned on a volunteer basis to complete and follow up with an Art group that
I started
Salem County Arc
Direct Care
1996-1998
Responsible for direct care, including medication distribution, personal care, activities and
household chore supervision. Transported and supervised community outings including church and
recreation. Supervision of clients in a group home situation.
JINS (Juveniles In Need of Supervision)
Direct Care
1990-1995
Consulted with local Police to provide custody, handled intake reports and contacted probation
officers
Client Interview and set up, supervised residents, arranged activities
Crisis Intervention, deescalate violent situations, control outbursts and episodes of physical violence
Court appearances as necessary
Transport Clients to court dates, appointments, etc.
JD Painting Contractors
Owner
2001-present
Handled interviewing and hiring, employee issues, scheduling, and payroll, interacted with
project managers, suppliers, and customers.
Awards/Interests/Training:
Wilmington University International Honor Society
Ranch Hope, Inc Assistant of the Year
Training for motivational interviewing
Crisis Prevention Intervention Training
Supervisory Excellence Certified

Safe and Positive Approaches Restraint Training

Psychiatric Emergency Assistance Training
Rookie Employee of the year- Bancroft
Developmental Disabilities training
Malcolm Ramsey Award- Bancroft