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Colleen Collins

Woodridge,NY

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Welfare Examiner

Sullivan County Department of Family Services
Liberty, NY
06.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with community organizations to identify resources available to clients.
  • Developed and implemented social welfare programs.
  • Monitored compliance with deadlines related to benefit applications or renewals.
  • Assessed clients' needs for additional support or referrals for specialized services such as mental health treatment or job training programs.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and records of client interactions.
  • Evaluated applications for benefits according to established guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Activities Director

Arcadia
Liberty, NY
04.2018 - 07.2021
  • Researched new ideas for activities based on interests expressed by residents.
  • Developed and implemented activities to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being of residents.
  • Monitored budget allocations related to programming expenses.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals when designing programs that addressed specific medical concerns.
  • Created monthly calendars of events to inform staff and residents of upcoming activities.
  • Led engaging individual and group activities to promote resident involvement.
  • Managed residents' Social Security Income.
  • Aided residents with navigating their Social Security benefits.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Sullivan Count Community College
Loch Sheldrake, NY
12-2009

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Case management
  • Community outreach
  • Client advocacy
  • Referral coordination
  • Policy interpretation
  • Client assessment
  • Eligibility determination
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Benefits administration
  • Time management abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Social Welfare Examiner

Sullivan County Department of Family Services
06.2021 - Current

Activities Director

Arcadia
04.2018 - 07.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Sullivan Count Community College

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