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Do you think women are capable of leading? Well, we believe they are, and we are proud to know that the ladies within World Vision are simply amazing at what they do. #StaffSpotlight Meet Chrissy Mbewe Sitima, the District Programs Manager for Machinga District. Chrissy joined the #orangebrand in 2017 as a Maternal and Child Health Coordinator for the southern region operations. In 2022, the trained child health registered nurse changed roles and took up a new challenge as the District Programs Manager. 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒔 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒆? It goes without saying that I love my job; it is quite challenging yes but I think it is also fulfilling. I oversee and lead others towards achieving the ministry’s goals, and building such a successful, cohesive and collaborative team is not easy, but it is definitely possible. It is wonderful to see the peole you are leading excel in their different roles. To add, I have an amazing team in Machinga. 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌? Deadlines! That part is the most challenging; meeting many deadlines, balancing work and family roles can be a feat. However, weekly planning and time management have proven to be effective in my daily work. I learned to leave office work on Friday and resume on Monday unless it is an emergency. 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒖𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒎𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕. Earlier when I had just joined World Vision, I travelled to one of the field offices where we supported a child who was malnourished, fortunately, she got better through rehabilitation. The child is now in Standard 3 and I keep checking up on her progress. This part; this is why I love this job. It brings me joy knowing that every action has the potential to change someone’s life completely. ##HiddenHeroes | #StaffSpotlight | #WeAreWorldVision

People spend a lot of their lives at work (81,396 hours on average), so it is important to our social well-being to invest in workplace friendships. Having these relationships enhances creativity and psychological safety, while building a more collaborative #team that is more committed, communicates better, and supports each other, especially in trying times. Like Dr. Murthy said in "Healing Healthcare" [recording here: https://lnkd.in/eNbbiB4U ], having that social #connection, those workplace friendships, was what sustained him through medical training. Not sure where to start? Here’s a few tips: - Greet people and learn/use their names - Go for coffee or lunch - Bring in food - Be yourself #ThrivingThursdays #CCI #HealthWorkerWellBeing UVA School of Nursing

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲? I’ve worked at AgeSpan since 2015 – nine years. I started my career at AgeSpan as a Long-Term Support Service Coordinator for Commonwealth Care Alliance (CCA). After two years in that role, I was promoted to the Managed Care Program Manager position for the CCA, Senior Care Options, and One Care Programs. I’ve been in this position for seven years. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞? It’s a combination of meetings, writing reports, and staff development. Most of my meetings focus on strategies to better serve our consumers with prompt home visits, customer service, and care planning. Regarding staff development, my day-to-day holds a level of supervision to coach and work with our direct-care staff in identifying and helping them achieve their professional goals. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐛? I enjoy working with our direct staff and helping them achieve their professional goals. I also enjoy creating procedures and aids to support our direct staff with case management and program services. The other aspect I enjoy is hearing about my direct staff’s accomplishments and the positive impact they are making in our community. This is something that brings me a lot of satisfaction. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧? Throughout my journey at AgeSpan, I have been presented with opportunities for professional development through workshops and management-specific training directed to enhance my skill set in case management and leadership. Most recently, I had the opportunity to participate in a meaningful learning collaborative about Accountability for Health Equity. For six months, this learning collaborative met with Area Agencies on Aging from across the country to look at building a plan to have sustainable practices to better include and better serve our minority community. In addition, to come up with strategies to train employees on the importance of health equity. Also, I’ve been working on completing additional training with a focus on health equity, race, and inclusion. This led to the start of DEI groups within our agency. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 #𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮? Healthy aging looks different for everyone, based on individual goals. For me, it means taking care of my well-being both physically and mentally. It means always working toward keeping my brain busy with activities like puzzles and reading that foster cognitive function exposure. It’s been tough to find time to exercise recently, but I still like to take walks regularly. 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮? 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://ow.ly/kyaR50RSBoV

Rare Traits of a High-Performing Senior Living Community Professional In the challenging world of senior care, what sets apart the good from the truly exceptional? Today, I'd like to highlight some of the rare traits exhibited by high-performing senior living community professionals. These attributes not only ensure the well-being of the seniors but also offer peace of mind to families during challenging transitions. Deep Empathy: More than just understanding, it's feeling the emotions and concerns of both the seniors and their families, ensuring a human touch in every interaction. Unwavering Patience: With the myriad of concerns and challenges families face, a high-performing professional listens, calms anxieties, and offers solutions without ever seeming rushed. Holistic Awareness: Beyond the immediate needs, these professionals have an in-depth understanding of financial, emotional, and health aspects related to senior living. Innovative Problem Solving: In an ever-evolving sector like senior care, being agile and coming up with creative solutions, especially in tight situations, is a hallmark of excellence. Strong Collaboration Skills: Realizing that senior care is a team effort, they collaborate seamlessly with financial experts, real estate professionals, and healthcare providers. Constant Learner: Whether it's understanding aging in place or assisted living trends for families selling homes or diving into the latest in senior care methodologies, they always strive to be on top of the curve. Authentic Communication: Ensuring that every conversation is genuine, transparent, and offers value, especially when discussing the hard topics. If you're an adult child of a senior looking to transition your parent into a senior living community or a fellow professional in this sector, recognizing and valuing these traits can make all the difference in the experience you receive or provide. Do you know a senior living community professional who embodies these traits? Give them a shout-out below. Let's celebrate those who elevate the standards of senior care! #SeniorCareExcellence #SeniorLiving #HighPerformers #SeniorTransition #RealEstate #Collaboration

Career in Aged Care: 6 Tips To Thrive In This Compassionate Workplace

Ever wonder what it's like to be an agency healthcare worker? 🌅👩⚕️ Imagine starting your day with the sunrise, knowing each shift brings new faces, new challenges, and the chance to make a real difference. As an agency healthcare worker, no two days are the same. You're the unsung hero, stepping into various healthcare settings, adapting on the fly, and providing top-notch care to those who need it most. Your morning might begin in a bustling nursing home, greeting residents with a warm smile, ensuring they start their day feeling supported and cared for. By afternoon, you could be in a different facility, working with patients battling mental health issues or assisting those with learning disabilities to navigate their daily routines. Flexibility is your superpower. 🦸♀️ You're not just filling in; you're a vital part of the team, bringing your expertise and empathy to every task. From administering medications to lending an ear, you're there to ensure each patient feels seen and valued. And let's not forget the learning curve - it's steep but rewarding. Every shift is an opportunity to grow, to meet new colleagues, and to exchange knowledge. You're constantly expanding your skill set, all while making a tangible impact on people's lives. As the day winds down, you reflect on the smiles you've shared, the comfort you've provided, and the connections you've made. It's more than a job; it's a calling. And at Newton Healthcare, we understand that. We're here to support you every step of the way because we care. 💙 Ready to be part of a team that values honesty, courage, and inclusion? Reach out or visit www.examplecompany.com to learn more. #HealthcareHeroes #AgencyLife #MakingADifference