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Christina Bidou

Vacaville,CA

Summary

For more than two years, I have been employed as a versatile Shelter Team Member at the Opportunity House Shelter. I've also had lived experience navigating Human Services. I am a highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and with others, as well as mastering new skills. Can multitask, and time management abilities. Devoted to help each client tailored to their specific needs. Presently enrolled in Solano Community College studying Diverse Populations and Human Services.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Shelter Team Member

VSSC
Vacaville, CA
08.2021 - Current
  • Observe the progress of clients as they reside at the shelter and report behavior if needed, along with help for their basic needs.
  • Provide emotional support through active listening techniques while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information shared by clients.
  • Facilitate group for clients on a weekly basis.
  • Conduct phone screenings and face-to-face interviews with potential clients.
  • Schedule Intakes for incoming residents.
  • Conduct daily grounds checks within the facility to ensure a clean secure environment for residents.
  • When necessary, help callers with knowledge of additional organization resources while they wait to be accepted into the program.
  • Participate in team meetings discussing program objectives and strategies for improvement.
  • Sort and store donated food and other goods.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Studying Diverse Populations/ Human Services

Solano Community College
Fairfield, CA

Skills

  • Clear Professional and Emotional Boundaries
  • Interpersonal Communication Abilities
  • Problem Solving
  • Some Experience with HMIS
  • Client Assessment and Behavioral Monitoring
  • Issue Resolution
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Emotional Awareness
  • Team Collaboration
  • Work with Integrity
  • Reliable
  • Active Listening
  • Hard Working
  • Role Modeling
  • Computer Literacy
  • Goal Setting
  • Knowledge Regarding Relevant Resources

Timeline

Shelter Team Member

VSSC
08.2021 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Studying Diverse Populations/ Human Services

Solano Community College
Christina Bidou