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Catrina Tademy

Colfax,LA

Summary

Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Skillfully builds support networks comprised of diverse healthcare providers and businesses, supporting community needs. Works with leaders and law enforcement to address health and safety issues. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Support Specialist

Start Corporation
08.2022 - Current

Provides case management, supportive housing services and transitions for clients. Arrange provisions for services from community resources based on care plans.

  • Completes case logs and required documentation on all client services including data entry into required data systems. Ensures clinical documentation and client files are meeting all applicable standards for licensing, accreditation or other regulatory agencies.
  • Collaborate with local agencies, healthcare providers and support networks to ensure access to housing and healthcare providers.
  • Provided crisis intervention when needed, utilizing de-escalation techniques and coordinating appropriate responses.

Retail Sales Manager

Bath & Body Works
06.2020 - 02.2022
  • Facilitated high volumes of cash, credit, and gift card transactions, verifying cash drawer balance at end of each shift.
  • Boosted sales performance by implementing effective visual merchandising and store layouts.
  • Trained new sales associates on company policies, selling techniques, and customer service best practices to maximize their potential.
  • Maintained company's visual merchandise standards through general housekeeping and planograms.
  • Analyzed sales data and trends to identify areas for improvement in both individual and team performance, leading to increased revenue.

Founder & Owner

The Linen Closet
03.2009 - 12.2019
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
  • Established successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
  • Led strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
  • Built positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.

Mental Health Professional

Volunteers Of America North Louisiana
08.2007 - 06.2014
  • Provided targeted therapeutic interventions for clients experiencing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma-related issues, and substance abuse concerns.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing based on client needs and availability of resources, ensuring timely intervention for all patients.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of new patients to develop individualized treatment strategies.
  • Developed specialized programs tailored to unique client populations such as veterans or individuals experiencing homelessness, addressing their specific barriers to accessing mental healthcare services effectively.
  • Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss what was happening in day-to-day life in order to help each person develop insight into personal experiences and relationships

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA
12.

Skills

  • Mental health awareness
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Cultural Competency
  • Partnership Building
  • Life Skills Training
  • Individualized support
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Client Advocacy
  • Client Needs Assessments
  • Service planning
  • Community Outreach
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Community Support Specialist

Start Corporation
08.2022 - Current

Retail Sales Manager

Bath & Body Works
06.2020 - 02.2022

Founder & Owner

The Linen Closet
03.2009 - 12.2019

Mental Health Professional

Volunteers Of America North Louisiana
08.2007 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Catrina Tademy