Danielle Montenegro
Riverview,FL
Summary
Experienced vocational counselor with a strong background in assessing client needs, developing tailored employment plans, and negotiating service agreements to facilitate successful job placements. Proficient in compliance, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve rehabilitation goals. Seeking to leverage these skills to transition into a Contract Specialist role, where expertise in negotiation and contract management can drive organizational success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Veterans Benefits Administration
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Assessed clients' vocational abilities and developed individualized employment plans, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and compliance requirements.
- Coordinated resources and services between state agencies and private organizations to ensure successful transition into the workforce.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress including case notes, assessments, IPEs, service plans.
- Reviewed and evaluated proposed contract documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitored contractor performance against contractual obligations to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Ensured that all signed contracts were properly filed in an organized manner for easy retrieval.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Service Source
Miami, FL
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored client progress and adjusted employment plans, ensuring adherence to contractual agreements and achievement of rehabilitation goals.
- Analyzed labor market trends in order to make informed decisions regarding placement options.
- Advised clients on how to prepare themselves for potential job interviews by researching companies beforehand and practicing common questions and answers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, employers, and vendors to coordinate services and resolve contractual or service delivery issues.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of client cases and contractual transactions, ensuring confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
State of Florida Department of Education
Miami, FL
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Established long and short-term goals for therapeutic services to encourage patient progress.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Assessed clients' vocational abilities and developed individualized employment plans, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and compliance requirements.
- Negotiated and drafted service agreements between clients and employers, facilitating successful job placements and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted employment plans, ensuring adherence to contractual agreements and achievement of rehabilitation goals.
- Managed load of multiple cases on consistent basis.
Intern
Creative Action Inc
Miami , FL
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided career counseling and guidance to students on job search strategies.
- Created detailed reports and presentations to document the progress of student placements.
- Assisted with the organization of events related to career development activities.
- Developed and maintained relationships with employers for recruitment purposes.
- Conducted workshops for students on topics such as resume writing, interviewing skills, networking.
- Organized and facilitated mock interviews with students to prepare them for real job opportunities.
Intern
Florida International University, Disability Resource Center
Miami, FL
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Developed individual plans of care that address the unique needs of each client and their families.
- Educated clients on disability rights, benefits, entitlements and self-advocacy skills.
- Provided ongoing case management support to ensure access to appropriate services and resources.
Surveillance Operator
Dania Beach Casino
Dania Beach, FL
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Monitored and tracked suspicious activities in assigned areas using surveillance equipment.
- Utilized advanced video recording systems to capture footage of criminal activity.
- Documented daily observations and reported any irregularities to the appropriate authorities.
- Maintained records of all detected violations or incidents for future reference.
- Responded promptly to requests for additional information regarding a particular incident or event captured on camera.
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
MIAMI, FL
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Assisted customers in selecting books, magazines, and other merchandise based on their individual needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Inventoried new shipments of books and displayed them for sale.
- Greeted customers as they entered the store, providing friendly customer service.
- Processed payments quickly and accurately using cash registers or point-of-sale software systems.
- Prepared special orders for customers when needed.
Machinist Mate
U.S. Navy
Yokosuka, Japan
04.2013 - 12.2014
- Operated and maintained complex mechanical systems aboard naval vessels, ensuring compliance with contractual maintenance standards.
- Oversaw contractor performance during maintenance overhauls, ensuring adherence to Navy regulations and quality standards.
- Maintained detailed documentation of machinery performance and contract fulfillment, contributing to operational efficiency and regulatory compliance
- Inspected machinery to identify problems and determine necessary repairs.
- Maintained records of all service activities for documentation purposes.
Education
Master of Science - Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
Florida International University
Miami, FL04-2022
Bachelor of Arts - PSYCHOLOGY
Florida International University
Miami, FL07-2019
Skills
- Case Management
- Needs assessments
- Document Control
- Contract Development
- Contract compliance
- Documentation Review
Certification
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) – Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.
Timeline
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Veterans Benefits Administration
08.2022 - Current
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Service Source
02.2022 - 08.2022
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
State of Florida Department of Education
11.2021 - 02.2022
Intern
Creative Action Inc
09.2021 - 11.2021
Intern
Florida International University, Disability Resource Center
05.2021 - 07.2021
Surveillance Operator
Dania Beach Casino
09.2016 - 07.2017
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
08.2015 - 09.2016
Machinist Mate
U.S. Navy
04.2013 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - PSYCHOLOGY
Florida International University
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