Breck Leehey
Cedar Rapids,IA
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 management skills and committed to inspiring community service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate about helping others. Ready to help my team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Empathetic with over 15 years of experience interfacing with community liaisons, facilitating individual and group sessions and monitoring conditions of clients to coordinate care. Excellent communicator with knack for building lasting professional relationships.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Interaction Specialist
Families First
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised interactions between families and children that are in DHS care.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Time management and able to work on a team and on my own.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Homeless Prevention Case Manager
WIllis Dady Homeless Shelter
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
ASAC
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
Behavioral Paraprofessional
Cedar Rapids Community School District
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
- Offered crisis counseling and intervention at school,
- Worked with Children with Behavioral problems and with PIPS.
Youth Counselor
Four Oaks
03.2007 - 04.2016
- Ran middle school program at Four oaks Bridge,
- Ran Middle school program at jane Boyd
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Established and maintained relationships with youth, families and community partners.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of youth progress in line with reporting requirements.
- Created and implemented individualized plans for individual youth.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges, and therapy milestones.
- Facilitated workshops and classes on anger management, life skills and drug and alcohol prevention.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
- Helped youth develop and achieve personal goals with close support.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
Education
Social Work
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IAAssociate of Arts - Oncology Therapy
La James International
Cedar Rapids, IA04.2016
High School Diploma -
Metro High School
Cedar Rapids, IA06.2006
Skills
- Mandatory Reporting Procedures
- Attention to Detail
- Constructive Feedback
- Dedicated Support
- Organizational Abilities
- Child Abuse Prevention
- Office Meetings
- Confidential Records Management
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Case Management
- Behavioral Assistance
- Positive Learning Environment
- Reporting
- Family Collaboration
- Crisis Intervention
- Maintain Case Files
- Documentation
- Home Visits
- Solution-Based Interventions
- Classroom Observation
- IEP Writing Knowledge
- Assess Students
- Set Organizational Policies
- Community Outreach Programs
- Accurate Documentation
- Team Development
- Performance Improvement
- Family Assistance
- Research
- Conflict Resolution
- Local Government
- Development Activities
- Managing Referrals
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Electronic Charting
- Creative Thinking
- Intervention Strategies
- Suicide Intervention
- Detailed Meeting Minutes
- Clinical Documentation
- Reading Comprehension
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Professional Relationships
- Exit Planning
- Court Hearings
- Case Notes
Timeline
Family Interaction Specialist
Families First
10.2022 - Current
Homeless Prevention Case Manager
WIllis Dady Homeless Shelter
08.2021 - 08.2022
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
ASAC
01.2019 - 08.2022
Behavioral Paraprofessional
Cedar Rapids Community School District
08.2017 - 05.2021
Youth Counselor
Four Oaks
03.2007 - 04.2016
Social Work
Kirkwood Community College
Associate of Arts - Oncology Therapy
La James International
High School Diploma -
Metro High School
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