Marissa Derdowski

I’m a hardworking, driven individual who brings exceptional people skills, a fantastic memory, and a quick-learning mindset to every team I join. I’m responsible and punctual, and I solve problems effectively on my feet while meeting goals both independently and in a group.

As a DDA Services Coordinator (October 2023 - Present), I facilitate the development of Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Annual Plans for people receiving K-plan funded services in their own home, family home, or licensed/certified residential settings. I also facilitate Oregon Needs Assessments (ONA) annually and during changes in need, keeping support plans aligned with what individuals actually require.

I coordinate with other service entities—such as schools/school districts, doctors, therapists, ABA therapists, and psychiatrists—to help ensure cohesive, cooperative supports. My work depends on strong communication and detail-oriented execution, including Medication Management support and managing information through an Electronic Health Record.

Before this, I served as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (November 2021 - October 2023), providing clinical services, legal clarification, and supervision for individuals affected by severe and persistent mental illness at a Secure Residential Treatment Facility (SRTF). I completed quality assurance over patient medications—ensuring medication orders matched the electronic health record and written doctor’s orders—after also supporting physical care, behavioral management, infection control, and security as a Mental Health Therapy Technician (June 2020 - October 2021).