Brianna O'Keeffe
Ashland,VA
Summary
Dedicated to advocating for vulnerable populations and driving positive social change through social work, counseling, and public service. Committed to fostering safety, healing, and growth by strengthening communities through case management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and targeted support programs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
Family First Advocacy
02.2022 - Current
- Championed family rights and access to essential resources, leading initiatives that increased successful advocacy outcomes by 80%.
- Directed strategic partnerships with policymakers, community leaders, and service providers to improve family support systems.
- Implemented outreach programs that educated and empowered families, resulting in a 25% rise in program participation.
- Secured funding and grants to sustain and grow services, increasing financial support for the organization by 40% over three years
Service Facilitator
Mom's In Motion
09.2016 - 11.2021
- Coordinated Medicaid Waiver services for over 100 individuals, streamlining access to essential healthcare and support.
- Designed personalized service plans tailored to client needs, enhancing independence and overall well-being.
- Managed compliance with Medicaid and state guidelines, maintaining accurate records and timely service delivery.
- Collaborated with caregivers, medical professionals, and community resources to optimize care plans and improve client outcomes.
Residential Specialist
Department of Juvenile Justice
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised daily activities and behavioral progress of juvenile residents, maintaining a safe and structured environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies, reducing conflict incidents by 20% through targeted interventions and mentorship.
- Facilitated rehabilitative programs focused on life skills development, and improving communication and decision-making abilities.
- Collaborated with case managers and counselors to design and execute individualized rehabilitation plans, enhancing overall resident outcomes.
- Monitored and documented resident progress, ensuring compliance with facility policies and state regulations.
Group Facilitator
Empowerhouse
08.2014 - 10.2016
- Led trauma-informed support groups for children affected by domestic violence, fostering emotional resilience and healthy coping strategies.
- Developed engaging activities that promoted self-expression, confidence, and conflict-resolution skills in a safe environment.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions that improved emotional regulation, with 90% of participants reporting increased well-being.
- Collaborated with counselors, educators, and caregivers to create individualized support plans
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12-2023
Associate of Science - General Studies - Psychology
Germanna Community College
Locust Dale, VA05-2015
Accomplishments
- Family Advocacy: Led initiatives that helped increase family access to critical resources, resulting in a 80% increase in successful program completions in my previous role at Family First Advocacy.
- Juvenile Justice: Assisted and implemented a training program for staff to gain valuable knowledge when working with Juveniles with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Support Programs: Developed and facilitated children’s groups in domestic abuse shelters that improved emotional resilience, with 90% of participants reporting increased coping skills after six months of engagement.
- Service Coordination: Facilitated Medicaid Waiver services, assisting over 100 families to access vital health and social services, with client satisfaction rates over 95%.
Certification
QMHP-Trainee, CITI, HIPAA, CPR/First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
German
Elementary
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
President
Family First Advocacy
02.2022 - Current
Service Facilitator
Mom's In Motion
09.2016 - 11.2021
Residential Specialist
Department of Juvenile Justice
03.2016 - 01.2018
Group Facilitator
Empowerhouse
08.2014 - 10.2016
Master of Science - Psychology
Regent University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - General Studies - Psychology
Germanna Community College
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