Amiri Bartley
Morgantown,WV
Summary
Results-driven transition advocate with a focus on facilitating successful post-secondary transitions for youth with disabilities. Proficient in developing tailored transition plans and coordinating services to ensure comprehensive support and community integration.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Transition Advocate
Liveability
Morgantown, West Virginia
08.2024 - Current
- Provide transition services to youth with disabilities preparing to exit high school and enter post-secondary education, employment, or independent living.
- Developed and implemented person-centered transition plans while coordinating services throughout the process.
- Facilitated transitions of individuals with significant disabilities into community-based settings, enhancing their independence and community integration.
- Conducted assessments identifying barriers to independent living and developed tailored strategies to overcome them.
- Collaborated with nursing facilities, healthcare providers, social service agencies, and family members for integration.
- Assisted consumers in securing housing, community supports, benefits, and healthcare resources.
- Monitored service implementation to ensure continuity of supports post-transition.
- Participate in IEP transition planning and assist students in identifying goals, resources, accommodations, and community supports.
- Educate students and families regarding disability services, self-advocacy, and independent living skills, employment resources, and post-secondary opportunities.
- Conduct outreach activities and community education regarding independent living and disability rights.
Independent Living Specialist
Liveability
Morgantown, West Virginia
08.2023 - Current
- Guided individuals with disabilities in navigating and securing essential community resources.
- Delivered comprehensive information and referral services for housing, transportation, employment, benefits, and healthcare access.
- Supported consumers in developing independent living goals and action plans.
- Promoted awareness of consumer rights through community outreach.
- Collaborated with community agencies and service providers to effectively meet diverse consumer needs.
- Maintained consumer records and documentation in accordance with program requirements.
- Supported coordination of outreach events to raise public awareness.
- Provided job development assistance by identifying employment opportunities that matched consumer interests, abilities, and support needs.
- Delivered job coaching and workplace support services to individuals with disabilities in community settings
Research Assistant
Liveability
Morgantown, West Virginia
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted research on emergency preparedness challenges for individuals with disabilities in West Virginia.
- Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data from community members and stakeholders.
- Identified systemic barriers impacting emergency response and disaster preparedness efforts.
- Developed recommendations to enhance accessibility and inclusion in emergency planning.
- Prepared reports and presentations for leadership and community partners.
- Collaborated with disability advocates and public stakeholders to influence policy discussions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV08-2021
Skills
- Disability Advocacy
- Person-Centered Planning
- Case Management
- Independent living
- Community Resource Navigation
- Housing Coordination
- Benefits Assistance
- Consumer Advocacy
- Documentation & Recordkeeping
- Report Writing
- Research & Data Analysis
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Community Outreach
- Public Speaking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Conversational Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- ACRE Certification for Employment Services
Timeline
Transition Advocate
Liveability
08.2024 - Current
Independent Living Specialist
Liveability
08.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Liveability
03.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
West Virginia University