Alecia Howard
Nixa,MO
Summary
Proactive social service professional with a strong background in case management and behavioral support. Skilled in facilitating communication among diverse teams, ensuring reliable support for families in crisis, and fostering personal growth in residents.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Transitional Living Specialist
Good Samaritan Boys Ranch
Springfield, MO
08.2026 - Current
- Supported individual goal-setting processes for residents, promoting personal growth and development.
- Facilitated daily living activities to enhance resident independence and life skills.
- Assisted in crisis intervention strategies, ensuring safety and emotional stability for residents.
- Collaborated with team members to implement structured routines and schedules for residents.
Case Manager
Missouri Children's and Family Services
Springfield, Mo
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Coordinated case management services for families in crisis, ensuring timely access to resources.
- Developed individualized service plans tailored to client needs and family dynamics.
- Facilitated communication between families and service providers, enhancing collaborative support efforts.
- Monitored client progress toward goals, adjusting interventions as necessary to improve outcomes.
Social Service Worker
MBCH Family Services
Springfield, MO
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated self-motivation by managing tasks independently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Collaborated effectively with team members on projects.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Catholic High School
Toledo, OH05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Bellarmine Uinversity
Louisville, KY05-2008
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Resource coordination
- Life skills training
- Housing navigation
- Cultural competence
- Trauma-informed care
- Employment assistance
- Family engagement
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Multitasking
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Dependability
Timeline
Transitional Living Specialist
Good Samaritan Boys Ranch
08.2026 - Current
Case Manager
Missouri Children's and Family Services
05.2023 - 02.2025
Social Service Worker
MBCH Family Services
07.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Bellarmine Uinversity
High School Diploma -
Central Catholic High School