Alvera Wilcox
Litchfield Park,AZ
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and case management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Integrated Case Manager
Community Bridges Inc.
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients with mental illness/drug addictions.
Case Manager
US Vets
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted in-person and telephone interviews with veterans and advocates to explain benefits and related programs.
- Assisted veterans in housing prevention and rapid rehousing services.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
Career Development Specialist
UMOM New Day Center
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Networked with professionals in community and built relationships to establish resources and future job opportunities for clients.
- Counseled clients on steps and options needed to realize career aspirations and goals.
- Led workshops for job seekers to provide information on job searching, application completion and resume building.
Homeless Case Manager
CAHRA
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for client needs and resolved roadblocks.
- Referred families to shelters, legal resources and educational programs.
- Placed homeless families in Motels temporarily until adequate housing was located.
Eligibility Specialist/Caseworker
State Of Michigan Department Of Health And Human Services
06.1998 - 08.2016
- Interviewed applicants and explained scope of different available state aid benefits.
- Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance
- Managed caseload of 500+ clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration/Health Administration
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI06.1994
Skills
- Case Planning and Management
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Interaction
- Client Needs Assessment
- Facilitates Groups
- Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy
- Caregiving
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.
John R. Wooden
Timeline
Community Integrated Case Manager
Community Bridges Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Case Manager
US Vets
01.2023 - 06.2023
Career Development Specialist
UMOM New Day Center
06.2022 - 10.2022
Homeless Case Manager
CAHRA
03.2022 - 06.2022
Eligibility Specialist/Caseworker
State Of Michigan Department Of Health And Human Services
06.1998 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration/Health Administration
Davenport University
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