ZAIRE SIMMONS
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
As a dedicated and compassionate individual, I am committed to serving our community with integrity and enthusiasm. I believe in fostering a spirit of collaboration and actively seeking out ways to contribute to the well-being and growth of our community. I am eager to bring my passion and dedication to any role, where I can work alongside community members to build a brighter future for all. I aim to be a catalyst for positive change by fostering an environment of empathy and understanding.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Advocate
VNS
Brooklyn, NY
03.2026 - Current
- Championed advocacy efforts for children and families, delivering mentorship and support throughout systems of care.
- Facilitated client access to and retention of benefits, including Medicaid, SSI, and public assistance.
- Facilitated connections between clients and housing utilities, ensuring access to essential community resources.
- Established rapport with families to foster empowerment and promote self-advocacy initiatives.
- Facilitated collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to streamline client services and referrals.
Managed Care Coordinator
MJHS
09.2021 - 01.2025
- Facilitate communications between medical facilities, insurance companies and patients.
- Managed ICM nurses' fax documentation to maintain organized records and streamline workflow.
- Conducted daily census to track member admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate hospital coverage.
- Oversaw creation of authorizations and coordinated service interruptions and resumptions for hospitalized members.
Youth Advocate
Youth Advocate Program
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Facilitated guidance, support, and advocacy for youth and families.
- Assisted children in reaching medical appointments and arranged schedules for follow-up visits. Supported families by coordinating transportation for medical appointments and managing appointment logistics.
- Facilitated navigation through complex challenges to ensure project continuity.
- Facilitated access to essential resources for team operations and developed assessment plans to drive goal achievement.
Medical Assistant
ACS Children Care Center
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Conducted temperature screenings for all individuals entering the facility to ensure health and safety compliance.
- Facilitated safe transportation of children to and from nurse stations during scheduled appointments.
- Facilitated patient interactions by greeting individuals and accurately documenting vital signs to ensure comprehensive health assessments.
- Contributed to clinical efficiency by assisting with patient assessments and treatment procedures.
Education
Medical Technician/Medical Assistant -
Center For Allied Health
Brooklyn, NY02.2019
Diploma -
Boys And Girls High School
Brooklyn, NY06.2014
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Community outreach
- Family support
- Case management
- Resource coordination
- Support services
- Health education
- Community resources
- Wellness programs
- Documentation management
- Client intake
- Electronic Medical Records
- CPR certified
- Vital signs
- Program development
Timeline
Family Advocate
VNS
03.2026 - Current
Managed Care Coordinator
MJHS
09.2021 - 01.2025
Youth Advocate
Youth Advocate Program
02.2021 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
ACS Children Care Center
04.2020 - 08.2021
Medical Technician/Medical Assistant -
Center For Allied Health
Diploma -
Boys And Girls High School