Colleen Cormack, Ccm, Cdms, Cbis
About Colleen Cormack, Ccm, Cdms, Cbis
Colleen Cormack is a Work Place Possibilities Coordinator and Vocational Case Manager at The Standard in Portland, Oregon, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in vocational rehabilitation and has served on various boards and presented at multiple conferences on topics related to rehabilitation and worker reintegration.
Work at The Standard
Colleen Cormack has been employed at The Standard in Portland, Oregon, since 2016. She holds the position of Work Place Possibilities Coordinator and Vocational Case Manager. In her role, she focuses on assisting individuals in their vocational rehabilitation journeys, providing support and resources to facilitate their return to work.
Education and Expertise
Colleen Cormack completed her high school education at Beaverton High School, earning her High School Diploma. She furthered her education at the University of Oregon, where she studied Human Development and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree. Her educational background supports her expertise in vocational rehabilitation and case management.
Background in Vocational Rehabilitation
Before joining The Standard, Colleen Cormack worked for Legacy Health in Community Re-Entry Services as a Vocational Specialist from 1990 to 1999. This nine-year experience in the Portland, Oregon area provided her with a strong foundation in vocational rehabilitation, enabling her to assist individuals in overcoming barriers to employment.
Professional Involvement and Leadership
Colleen Cormack has held various leadership roles in professional organizations. She served as President and Secretary of the Oregon Association of Rehabilitation Professionals since 2012. Additionally, she was the Program Chairperson for the organization from 2012 to 2015. Her involvement reflects her commitment to advancing the field of rehabilitation.
Conference Presentations
Colleen Cormack has presented at several conferences, sharing her knowledge on vocational rehabilitation. Notable presentations include topics such as 'What To Expect When The Worker Returns To Work After TBI' at the Oregon Self-Insured Association Conference in 2014 and 'Job Coaching: Uses And Strategies As A Vocational Rehabilitation Service' at the Oregon Association of Rehabilitation Professionals Conference in 2012.