Consultant Name: Jackie Irving
Company Name: Progressive Community Services, Inc.
Phone Number: 608-501-8096
Email: jackie@pcsdane.org
Work History
Job Title: IRIS Consultant
Care Responsibilities: As an IRIS consultant, I assist people in selecting and finding services to meet their outcomes. I am part of a team that helps clients strive towards their goals and be as independent as possible.
Educational Background
Name of Institution: UW Madison
Major/Degree: Masters in Social Work
Credentials
Name of Certification/Accreditation:
Certifying Agency:
Date Certification was Obtained: 5/2013
Specialties
(e.g., working with autism, the elderly, employment for people with disabilities or youth in transition, mental health, experience with assisted technology)
My primary experience is working with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities as well as those with severe and persistent mental illness and traumatic brain injury. I also have a vast amount of experience in transitions, whether it be from high school, moving out of your family’s home for the first time, or experiencing any other life changing event.
County/Region I’m familiar with
Dane
Languages or Communication Skills
English
I’m comfortable with pets in the home
Yes
More about me
I have worked in a variety of settings including vocational, residential, and recreational which has given me great background knowledge for case management and as an IRIS Consultant. I enjoy working collaboratively to create the best plan to fit the needs of the individual. I enjoy helping individuals create goals while promoting their independence.
In my spare time, I enjoy being active; running, hiking, and being outdoors. I am always interested in exploring a new place or trying a new restaurant.