Diligent Caseworker with background spent assisting individuals and providing effective follow-up. Self-starter promoting over three years recommending services and treatment options that help others find relief. Maintains undeniable composure in stressful situations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeless Services Team Lead
Kenosha Human Development Services
Kenosha, WI
03.2024 - Current
Assisted in developing training programs for new hires.
Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
Co-Chaired DEI Committee.
Maintained client case load during case worker absence.
Teaching Family Model Accredited.
EHH Rapid Rehousing Case Worker
Kenosha Human Development Services
Kenosha, WI
11.2021 - 03.2024
Made appropriate referrals to other programs and agencies to provide clients with well-rounded support.
Assist homeless clients obtain and maintain housing through apartment searching and regular home visits.
Met with clients to conduct needs assessments, recommending appropriate support and service offerings.
Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
Completed required documentation in Client Tracking System (CTS), Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and Homeless Assistance Services Document (HAS Document).
Activity Director
Woods of Caledonia
Caledonia, WI
06.2021 - 09.2021
Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
Implemented activities to provide amusement and socialization for residents.
Registered Behavior Technician
InBloom Autism Services
Brookfield, WI
12.2020 - 06.2021
Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
Attended review, progress and clinical team meetings.
Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
Consulted supervising BCBA to assist in treatment implementation.
Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
Data collection.
Advanced Behavioral Treatment Technician
Wisconsin Early Autism Project
Brookfield, WI
11.2013 - 12.2020
Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
Attended review, progress and clinical team meetings.
Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
Consulted supervising BCBA to assist in treatment implementation.
Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
Data collection.
Direct Support Professional
J.A. Trudeau Memorial Center
Warwick, RI
11.2005 - 08.2008
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
Education
Associate of Arts - English/Psychology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI
05.2022
Skills
Data Management
Client Engagement
Conflict Mediation
Service Assistance and Support
Highly Effective Communication
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Software Systems
Aftercare Follow up
Homeless and Dual Diagnosed Populations
Timeline
Homeless Services Team Lead
Kenosha Human Development Services
03.2024 - Current
EHH Rapid Rehousing Case Worker
Kenosha Human Development Services
11.2021 - 03.2024
Activity Director
Woods of Caledonia
06.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
InBloom Autism Services
12.2020 - 06.2021
Advanced Behavioral Treatment Technician
Wisconsin Early Autism Project
11.2013 - 12.2020
Direct Support Professional
J.A. Trudeau Memorial Center
11.2005 - 08.2008
Associate of Arts - English/Psychology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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