Ameena Johnson
NEW YORK,New York
Summary
Human services professional with progressive experience overseeing care coordination and HIV/AIDS services to individuals in New York City. Experienced in ensuring HASA-aligned compliance, supervising multidisciplinary staff, collaborating with NYCHA-referred housing partners, and supporting consistent, high-quality service delivery for clients with complex needs. Prepared to support day-to-day operations of a permanent supportive housing program, or community-based program.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Care Manager
The Allicance For Positive Change
New York, New York
02.2020 - Current
- Provide program-level oversight of care coordination services for 56 adults living with HIV/AIDS, and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- Supervise, train, and support junior care managers, peer specialists, and community health workers to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with HASA documentation standards, including assessments, care plans, progress notes, and required reports.
• Collaborate with housing providers and NYCHA-aligned partners to support housing placement, stability, and retention.
• Respond to crisis situations and high-acuity client needs using trauma-informed and harm-reduction approaches.
Maintain working relationships with healthcare providers and community-based organizations to support continuity of care.
Case Manager
Fortune Society
New York, New York
08.2014 - 11.2019
- Conducted intake interviews and needs assessments on newly released individuals and clients eligible for housing services.
- Formulated individualized service plans and quarterly reviews for each client.
- Conducted crisis interventions with clients as needed.
- Assisted clients in obtaining all necessary documentation to facilitate the benefits application process for HRA, HASA, and Social Security.
Education
Master of Arts - Health Education & Promotion
Lehman College
Bronx, NY05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Education & Promotion
Lehman College
Bronx, NY05-2019
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Patient advocacy
- Care coordinator
- Team leadership
Timeline
Senior Care Manager
The Allicance For Positive Change
02.2020 - Current
Case Manager
Fortune Society
08.2014 - 11.2019
Master of Arts - Health Education & Promotion
Lehman College
Bachelor of Science - Health Education & Promotion
Lehman College