Karin Erickson
Nashwauk
Summary
Person-centered Advocate with desire to empower the disabled and aging individual. Personally and professionally committed to advocating for the rights and dignity of every soul. Passionate about honoring the individual voice in all decisions to support confidence, strengthen self-determination and improve quality of life. Experienced in Home and Community waiver based services, including Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS). Independently and proactively acclimating to new regulatory frameworks, including the Community First Services and Supports (CFSS).
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Service Coordinator
KMG Prestige
Hibbing, MN
11.2025 - Current
- Facilitate case management processes to assess resident needs.
- Coordinate referral services and supports to achieve person-centered goals.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive service plan to empower individuals with disabilities and older adults to live safely independent.
CDCS - Managing Party
P.E./Consumer Directions Inc.
Nashwauk, MN
05.2018 - Current
- Development of person-centered Community Support Plan (CSP).
- Oversee allocation of budget to remain in alignment with CSP objectives.
- Facilitate hiring and training of staff to enhance person-centered goals.
- Monitor adherence to state and federal policy guidelines to ensure regulatory compliance.
Resident Service Manager, Central
California Commercial Investments
Remote
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Direct oversight of resident service programs-Central US regions.
- Operations oversite of multiple resident service coordinators.
- Collaborated with multiple teams to identify statewide resources.
Resident Service Coordinator
California Commercial Investments (CCInvest.com)
Hibbing, MN
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Fostered relationships grounded in trust, respect, and empathy.
- Facilitated initiatives and programs to enhance community engagement.
- Promoted independence and inclusion by implementing supportive measures for individuals.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN12.1993
Skills
- Proficient in person-centered planning
- Empathetic understanding of diverse disabilities
- Collaborative service coordination
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strategic service delivery plans
- Experience with self-directed care
- Coordination of diverse network of service providers
- Proficient in microsoft, family metrics, resident connect
Timeline
Resident Service Coordinator
KMG Prestige
11.2025 - Current
Resident Service Manager, Central
California Commercial Investments
06.2025 - 10.2025
Resident Service Coordinator
California Commercial Investments (CCInvest.com)
09.2021 - 06.2025
CDCS - Managing Party
P.E./Consumer Directions Inc.
05.2018 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Lake Superior College