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Ada L. Cousins

Ada L. Cousins

Palm Coast,FL

Summary

Efficient and dedicated Human Development/Special Programs Coordinator with 18+ years of experience in counseling and program coordination within the social services sector. Proven expertise in developing work reentry programs for low-income and under represented individuals, promoting self-sufficiency, readiness skills job placement and referrals. 83% success rate in welfare to work transitioning program. Facilitating crisis intervention and support. Facilitated recovery support groups in a clinical setting .Effective counseling advocacy and referrals. Conducted and submitted intakes, psychosocial and recovery treatment plans to clinical staff. Participated in a multidisciplinary team case management approach. Familiar with the Marchman Act. Offering compassionate support and genuine commitment to personal growth. Brings understanding of human behavior and effective communication techniques. Ready to use and enhance my skills in Patient Care Coordinator role. Willing to learn new approaches and treatment protocols. Adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy. Intentional about assisting and providing tools to those in need.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Human Development/special Programs Coordinator,

Local government Human Developement Dept
10.2019 - Current
  • Coordinate, implement and develop work reentry programs for low income individuals.
  • Promote self sufficiency, professional development and self discovery to economically high risk individuals.
  • Facilitate self help groups
  • Provide crisis intervention and counseling.
  • Facilitate Parenting groups to single parents

Certified Life Coach

Self Employed Web
01.2018 - Current

Provide support and strategies to enhance individual's life experience. Help provide a supportive space for clients who seek personal growth and development.

Entrepreneur, Small Business Owner

Self
03.1992 - 02.2010
  • Successfully started my own business
  • Expanded my business operations and established a second location.
  • Navigated challenging economic conditions by adapting business strategies quickly in response to changing market dynamics.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with exceptional costumer service skills and timely delivery of products and services.
  • Established a successful startup by researching market opportunities, creating a business plan, and securing funding.
  • Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.

Student Counselor

Hudson Valley Community College
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Provided academic, transfer and Drug & alcohol prevention counseling to college students

Drug/Alcohol Counselor

Whitney Young Health Center
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Completed the following duties:
  • Intakes
  • Assessments
  • Psychosocial
  • Case management
  • Facilitated Groups
  • Completed Treatment plans approved by house psychiatrist
  • Discharge plans
  • Inpatient referrals
  • Follow-ups
  • Family & Child welfare advocacy

C.A.T.I.P Program coordinator

Hudson Valley Community College/ NYS Dep of Dissability
01.1990 - 01.1993
  • Provided results based career, educational and personal Counseling.
  • Facilitated programing to under represented individuals.
  • Excelled in placement rate for work re-entry program geared toward underprivileged low income population

Education

Bachelor's degree - Bilingual Ed. & Psychology

State University At Albany NY
Albany, NY
05.1985

Skills

  • Management
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Time Management
  • Communication skills
  • Meeting Facilitation
  • Leadership
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Individual / Group Counseling
  • Conflict management
  • Social work
  • Team management
  • Supervising experience
  • Case Management
  • Crisis intervention

Certification

  • Certified Life Coach
  • Certified Spiritual Life Coach
  • Alcoholism Counseling
  • Completion of Alcoholism Counseling Education Skills,
  • Completion of Certificate in Support in times of Crisis,
  • Certificate of Grief counseling and support training,
  • Counselor-Client Relationship Alcoholism Training,

Personal Information

Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Volunteer Fire Fighter, Palm Coast Fire Dept.
  • Secretary for the Volunteer Fire Department Board
  • Fully vetted for Flagler County Public Schools Mentorship Program

Accomplishments

Nominated, Selected and Featured in an NBC talk show to highlight

'"Women who have overcome adversity".

From intern to Program Coordinator of C.A.T.I.P program, A state funded internship program geared towards the empowerment and support for vulnerable individuals and families.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Work from home optionCareer advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave

Interests

Reading, Family, Beach

Timeline

Human Development/special Programs Coordinator,

Local government Human Developement Dept
10.2019 - Current

Certified Life Coach

Self Employed Web
01.2018 - Current

Student Counselor

Hudson Valley Community College
01.1996 - 01.1999

Drug/Alcohol Counselor

Whitney Young Health Center
01.1993 - 01.1996

Entrepreneur, Small Business Owner

Self
03.1992 - 02.2010

C.A.T.I.P Program coordinator

Hudson Valley Community College/ NYS Dep of Dissability
01.1990 - 01.1993

Bachelor's degree - Bilingual Ed. & Psychology

State University At Albany NY
Ada L. Cousins