Altirik Candelaria
Bronx,New York
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong work ethic seeking a demanding position to showcase knowledge in Harm Reduction, Substance Abuse, and Mental Health. Skilled in executive support, team leadership, office management accounting accounts receivable invoicing dispatching database management vendor negotiations and contract management. Highly adaptable with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly master new tasks.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director CEO
Cali Care's The Candelaria Project (CCTCP)
New York, Bronx
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
- Conduct outreach
- escort client to doctor appts
- Consult with doctors and client for surgey prep.
- help client with hra and any other benafits or services thats is needed
- Established policies and procedures that promoted an ethical work environment.
- Represented the organization at conferences, events, and networking activities as needed.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
- Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.
CASE MANAGER
Callen-Lorde
Manhattan, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated referrals to collaborative specialty health providers to drive continuity of care.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Advised staff members on effective strategies for working with challenging client behaviors.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, lawyers, employers and other stakeholders involved in a client's case.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
Fountain house
US, N.Y
12.2021 - Current
- Developed and coordinated educational programs for residents.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
- Maintained accurate records of client information including medical histories, medications administered, counseling sessions attended.
- Performed regular room checks for cleanliness standards as well as security purposes.
- Educated family members about the importance of following through with treatment plans.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the residence.
- Created a safe environment that promotes self-expression, respect, trustworthiness, responsibility, empathy, and acceptance among residents.
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
Help Usa
Manhattan, NY
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Mediated interpersonal problems between residents.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
- Maintained accurate records of client information including medical histories, medications administered, counseling sessions attended.
- Performed regular room checks for cleanliness standards as well as security purposes.
- Educated family members about the importance of following through with treatment plans.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the residence.
- Created a safe environment that promotes self-expression, respect, trustworthiness, responsibility, empathy, and acceptance among residents.
PEER EDUCATOR INTERN
The Alliance
New York, NY
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Harm Reduction Program
- Organized health fairs on campus for students and staff.
- Conducted outreach activities within the community to promote healthy behaviors.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and data collected from surveys.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to health promotion strategies.
- Assisted with developing and distributing marketing materials for upcoming events or campaigns.
- Educated peers on the importance of safe sex practices and contraception options.
PEER EDUCATOR
Exponents Inc
New York, NY
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Exponents Drug Treatment Program
- Facilitated interactive workshops about nutrition, stress management, alcohol use.
- Conducted outreach activities within the community to promote healthy behaviors.
- Provided one-on-one counseling sessions regarding personal health issues or concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and data collected from surveys.
RECEPTIONIST /COUNSELOR
African American Office of Gay Concerns
Newark, NJ
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations.
- Prepared welcome packages for new hires.
- Coordinated with vendors for repairs and maintenance of office equipment.
- Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Assisted with special projects assigned by management when required.
- Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Continental Academy
Miami, FL07-2003
Skills
- Able to Work independently and in teams
- Excellent verbal & Written Communication skills
- Trans identified individual
- Experience with HIV/ AIDS / Substance use
- Ability to engage Clients in community settings
- Knowledge of group facilitation skills
- Experience working with Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender community
- Skilled at learning new concepts quickly while working well under pressure
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Family Education Programs
- Group Therapy
- Treatment Planning
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Social Work
- Charismatic Leader
- Fundraising Events
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Negotiation
- Rules and regulations
- Organizational Development
Certification
- Arrive Training, Exponents Inc.
- Recovery Coach Training, The Alliance for Positive Change (ASCNYC)
- Health Coach, The Alliance for Positive Change (ASCNYC)
- Arrive Post Graduate Program, Exponents Inc.
Timeline
Director CEO
Cali Care's The Candelaria Project (CCTCP)
01.2024 - Current
CASE MANAGER
Callen-Lorde
08.2022 - Current
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
Fountain house
12.2021 - Current
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
Help Usa
12.2018 - 03.2020
PEER EDUCATOR INTERN
The Alliance
01.2013 - 01.2016
PEER EDUCATOR
Exponents Inc
01.2011 - 01.2013
RECEPTIONIST /COUNSELOR
African American Office of Gay Concerns
01.2001 - 01.2009
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Continental Academy
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