Derek E. Delvalle
Arlington
Summary
Qualified, knowledgeable social work professional and supervisor with expertise in all facets of program management, operations, recruitment, and staff training within fast-paced organizations. Skilled in providing strategic leadership using innovative techniques in support of the company’s mission and core values, as a means to implement positive change within a variety of communities. Highly adept at managing and training staff, volunteers, and interns and ensuring consistency and quality in all aspects of work.
Experienced with delivering high-quality educational content and fostering engaging learning environment. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to promote student success and comprehension. Knowledge of curriculum development and student assessment, ensuring academic excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Adjunct Instructor
WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
01.2021 - Current
- Instruct weekly class for bachelor’s Level Students
- Maintain a class syllabus, assignment log, and additional material helps for the students
- Participate in weekly meetings with faculty to discuss departmental goals and upcoming events
- Plan lectures, assignments, to collaborate with necessary course curriculum
- Teaches HSP 301 (Human Services Professionals and Systems), HSP 420 (Social Welfare Policy) and HSP 485 (Program Planning and Evaluation)
Part-Time Adjunct Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
01.2020 - Current
- Instruct weekly class for at least 20 Master’s Level Students
- Maintain a class syllabus, assignment log, and additional material helps for the students
- Participate in weekly meetings with faculty to discuss departmental goals and upcoming events
- Plan lectures, assignments, to collaborate with necessary course curriculum
- Teaches SOC W 512 and SOC W 513 (Macro-Level Practice Courses)
- Member of 'University 100' Selection Committee
- Member of Admissions Selection Committee
Special Programs Manager
HOUSING AUTHORITY SNOHOMISH COUNTY (HASCO)
01.2019 - Current
- Responsible for providing management and leadership required to support the daily operations of the Housing Choice Voucher Program
- Supervise and review work of staff as assigned
- Determine staff training needs; coordinates training opportunities, develop training plans
- Complete staff performance plans, evaluations and any disciplinary actions
- Cultivates partnership with the Veterans Administration, Washington Department of Children Youth and Families and Snohomish County Human Services to connect their clients with Housing Choice Vouchers
Director of Supportive Services
IMAGINE HOUSING
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided high-quality management, supervision, and training to variety of staff
- Effectually developed new programs, while enhancing new existing programs, based on agency needs
- Established and executed a supportive services budget, program plan, staffing plan, and grants plan
- Monitored revenue, expenses, program performance, and outcomes to ensure goals are achieved
- Acted as a field instructor for college-level social work students
- Implemented the use of case note recording and reporting software to maintain organization and increase efficiency; successfully organized community events, such as holiday dinners, special events, and more
Senior Housing Program Manager
KING COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Responsible for facilitating Section 8 Safety Sub-Committee meetings, to review incidents and inform the entire staff of proper de-escalation techniques
- Supervised and oversaw various departments, including intake, portability, front desk, switchboard, new housing, and billing
- Attended trainings on subject matter related to non-profit management, customer service, and persuasive business writing
- Spearheaded the revamping of the Housing Choice Voucher intake process to distribute more housing vouchers in a short amount of time
Program Director
LANTERN COMMUNITY SERVICES
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Supervised case managers, housing specialists, and employment specialists who assisted clients in obtaining employment opportunities
- Managed the hiring of staff and financial budgeting of a start-up Supportive Housing Program that provided permanent housing to the homeless, mentally ill clients, elderly and formerly incarcerated
- Documented serious incidents, reviewed appropriateness of incident management, and made corrections as needed
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations in support of the program
- Provided field instruction for master’s level social work students
- Positively achieved and exceeded standards on audits that were conducted by various funding sources
- Established a program-wide priority to ensure accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date electronic and paper records for all residents; utilized data to advance work to support clients
Recruitment and Career Coordinator
WORKFORCE ONE CAREER CENTER
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Oversaw, trained, and mentored 9 counselors and support staff to guarantee the highest quality of work
- Headed the initiating and maintenance of relationships with community professionals, schools, and employment services
- Acted as a field instructor for college-level social work students
- Created and implemented a program budget by utilizing funding guidelines
- Delivered candidate recruitment for employers using Workforce One services
- Tracked outcomes to ensure that customers were enrolled in public and private benefits, totaling $3.5M
Social Worker
WESTSIDE FEDERATION FOR HOUSING
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Operated as the on-site Social Work Case Manager for elderly residents who lived in the Supportive Housing Program
- Responded to crisis situations that occurred with residents
- Provided advocacy services for families, medical, and social service agencies
- Facilitated social and treatment groups focusing on mental health
- Viewed by staff as the expert on mental health and life span issues
Program Manager / Unit Supervisor / Social Work Supervisor
BROOKLYN/QUEEN CATHOLIC CHARITIES
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Provided oversight on a social service program that aided poor and mentally ill clients
- Supervised five food pantries in the Brooklyn community
- Delivered services, such as: emergency food, mental health employment, and eviction prevention services
- Offered field instruction to master’s level social work students
- Trained agency staff on mandated child abuse reporting
- Recruited, hired, and trained all staff, volunteers, and interns
- Facilitated the Parent Education and Awareness Program, which provided training to parents going through a divorce
Education
Master of Social Work -
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Arts - English and Textual Studies
Syracuse University
Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) Certification -
Columbia University
Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Presentations & Events
- Program Development
- Leadership & Communication
- Department Supervision
- Project Management
- Process Improvements
- Recruitment & Training
- Human Services
- Relationship Building
- Budget Development
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Recording & Reporting
- Quality Assurance
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Part-Time Adjunct Instructor
WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
01.2021 - Current
Part-Time Adjunct Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
01.2020 - Current
Special Programs Manager
HOUSING AUTHORITY SNOHOMISH COUNTY (HASCO)
01.2019 - Current
Director of Supportive Services
IMAGINE HOUSING
01.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Housing Program Manager
KING COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
01.2015 - 01.2017
Program Director
LANTERN COMMUNITY SERVICES
01.2012 - 01.2014
Recruitment and Career Coordinator
WORKFORCE ONE CAREER CENTER
01.2010 - 01.2012
Social Worker
WESTSIDE FEDERATION FOR HOUSING
01.2009 - 01.2010
Program Manager / Unit Supervisor / Social Work Supervisor
BROOKLYN/QUEEN CATHOLIC CHARITIES
01.2001 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - English and Textual Studies
Syracuse University
Master of Social Work -
Syracuse University
Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) Certification -
Columbia University
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