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Andrew Arzu

New York

Summary

Talented Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Case Manager

Cayuga Centers
09.2019 - 05.2026
  • Provided comprehensive case management services to 25 unaccompanied children, achieving a 90% success rate in meeting individualized service plan (ISP) goals through consistent monitoring, advocacy, and trauma-informed support.
  • Maintained 100% accurate and audit-ready case documentation in the UC Portal, ensuring zero compliance errors and seamless alignment with federal and ORR data reporting standards.
  • Managed the full client lifecycle for 40+ new intakes, optimizing assessment, documentation, and placement procedures, which reduced overall processing time by 20% and improved service delivery efficiency.
  • Coordinated with partner agencies, legal representatives, and program administrators to deliver 365 daily compliance reports, maintaining a 100% on-time submission rate in accordance with ORR and program guidelines.

Senior Case Planner

Administration For Children Services
10.2019 - 02.2022

Delivered individual, group, and family counseling sessions to an average of 15 youth and families weekly, utilizing the Trauma-Focused Foster Care (TFFC) model to improve emotional stability, strengthen engagement, and achieve a 75% client satisfaction rate.

Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments for 20+ new clients, achieving 95% accuracy in identifying service needs, and developing personalized, data-driven treatment plans aligned with program goals.

Collaborated with psychiatric nurse practitioners, clinicians, and case managers to implement integrated behavioral health support plans, resulting in a 15% reduction in behavioral incidents and improved long-term client outcomes.

Child Care Specialist

Columbia University, Office of Alumni and Development
08.2019 - 10.2020
  • Developed and implemented individualized, developmentally appropriate case plans for 12 children, targeting language, social, and cognitive growth, and achieving a 90% improvement in developmental milestones within six months.
  • Created and maintained a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment for 20 children, resulting in a 0% incident rate of behavioral issues or safety concerns.
  • Facilitated collaborative communication with parents, teachers, and interdisciplinary teams for 15 children, ensuring continuity of care, seamless progress tracking, and a 100% parent satisfaction rate.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Philosophy

The City College of New York
New York, NY
05-2019

Associate of Arts - and Sciences

Bronx Community College
New York, NY
12-2016

Skills

  • Trauma-Informed Care
    Individual and Family Counseling
    Crisis Intervention and De-Escalation
    Case Planning and Implementation
    Comprehensive Assessments and Service Coordination
    Behavioral Management and Support Strategies
    Client Advocacy and Relationship Building
    Accurate Documentation and Compliance Reporting
    Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Communication
    Time Management and Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments
  • Community resources
  • Client advocacy
  • Care coordination

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Senior Case Planner

Administration For Children Services
10.2019 - 02.2022

Senior Case Manager

Cayuga Centers
09.2019 - 05.2026

Child Care Specialist

Columbia University, Office of Alumni and Development
08.2019 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Philosophy

The City College of New York

Associate of Arts - and Sciences

Bronx Community College