Alexander Friedman
Frederick,MD
Summary
Motivated and compassionate mental health professional with over three years of experience delivering person-centered services to individuals with behavioral health needs and disabilities. Skilled in case management, vocational support, community resource coordination, and skill-building. Eager to apply my expertise to support clients' career development and long-term employment success as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist with DORS.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program Direct Service Worker
Concerted Care Group
06.2021 - Current
- Provide individualized case management, skill-building, and vocational support services to a caseload of 15-25 adults with mental health diagnoses
- Assist clients in identifying employment goals, overcoming barriers, and accessing training, education, or community-based supports
- Conduct person-centered planning and promote informed choice in setting and achieving rehabilitation goals
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams weekly to coordinate care and ensure service continuity
- Maintain accurate documentation aligned with state and federal compliance requirements
Residential Facilitator
Sheppard Pratt
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Supported 10-15 residents with disabilities in achieving greater independence through ADL assistance, goal tracking, and skill development
- Facilitated access to vocational training, educational programs, and social services
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to monitor and revise client support plans
- Documented service delivery and progress according to regulatory standards
- Provided crisis de-escalation and behavioral support in residential settings
Teaching Assistant
University of Maryland
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted in instruction and student support for psychology and writing courses
- Led review sessions, facilitated discussions, and provided individualized academic feedback
- Helped improve course structure with a focus on inclusion and student engagement
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in LGBT Studies
University of Maryland
College Park, MD05.2020
Skills
- Case Management & Client advocacy
- Career Counseling & Vocational Support
- Person-Centered Planning
- Teaching Problem-Solving & Life Skills
- Community Resource Navigation
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Culturally Competent Service Delivery
- Medicaid & State Documentation Compliance
- Verbal & Written Communication
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Time Management, Organization & Multitasking
- Technology Navigation & Troubleshooting (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)
Timeline
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program Direct Service Worker
Concerted Care Group
06.2021 - Current
Residential Facilitator
Sheppard Pratt
06.2020 - 06.2021
Teaching Assistant
University of Maryland
01.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in LGBT Studies
University of Maryland
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