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Amanda Montes

Springfield,MA

Summary

Skilled in client engagement and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, I leveraged my expertise at Behavioral Health Network to develop individualized treatment plans, enhancing service accessibility. Demonstrating exceptional time management and a passion for support, I've significantly improved client outcomes through innovative solutions and compassionate care, embodying an educator's zeal and a case worker's diligence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Access Navigator/ Case Worker

Behavioral Health Network
Springfield, MA
01.2023 - Current


◦ Conduct assessments to identify clients' needs, strengths, and resources in order to develop appropriate treatment plans.


◦ Assist clients in navigating and completing applications for various services, including the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) for SNAP and Cash Assistance, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), MassHealth, and other pertinent programs.


◦ Collaborate with clients to create individualized service plans that address their specific goals.


◦ Support clients and individuals experiencing homelessness in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options, and provide referrals for emergency shelter placements.

◦Participate in team meetings to offer insights on case updates and treatment recommendations.


◦ Facilitate referrals to external agencies for supplementary services, such as substance abuse programs and vocational training.

Maintain comprehensive case history records, and prepare detailed reports.


◦ Compile and sustain an inventory of resources beneficial to clients.


◦ Conduct individual and family group interviews to ascertain services that effectively meet specific needs.


◦ Provide crisis intervention support as necessary by employing de-escalation techniques and offering emotional support.

Paraprofessional

Springfield Public Schools
Springfield, MA
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Provided personalized support to students, addressing educational, behavioral and emotional needs
  • Assisted in classroom management and maintained order during teacher breaks
  • Promoted student safety and security in all one-on-one and off-site settings
  • Monitored and supervised students in various settings, promoting policy and procedures to follow company guidelines within the classrooms
  • Promoted student success by showing flexibility in teaching style and exhibiting a passion for teaching and engaging students in the learning process

Registered Medical Assistant

Caring Health Center
Springfield, MA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Performed vital signs on patients including vital signs, capillary punctures, EKG's strep test, pregnancy test, and other testing as instructed by physicians orders
  • Prepared rooms and patients for physical exams
  • Triaged calls to appropriate personnel, scheduled appointments and specialty appointments
  • Maintained and ordered medical supplies
  • Responsible for keeping rooms clean, sanitized and stocked
  • Maintained and organized patent records in office and electronically
  • Followed proper OSHA and CLIA guidelines to ensure proper care and safety for patients
  • Administered medications and documented in patients records when needed
  • Proficient in electronic medical records
  • Handled confidential client information following privacy guidelines
  • Managed multiple tasks, met deadlines, and demonstrated good judgment in independent assignments

Call Center Agent/Health Plans Specialist/Eligibility Specialist

MassHealth
Springfield, MA
  • Assisted individuals and families to determine any issue and continued eligibility with MassHealth insurance benefits
  • Provided quality customer service by responding to inquiries in a professional, efficient and courteous manner
  • Responsible for documenting calls and creating a workflow
  • Assisted members with enrolling into a coverage and choosing a health plan
  • Maintained strong call control and quickly worked through scripts to address any issues the client was experiencing at the time of the call
  • Helped clients navigate online systems within established frameworks to obtain services

Education

Medical Billing and Coding Certificate -

Penn Foster
01.2023

Medical Assistant Graduate -

Porter & Chester Institute
Enfield, CT
01.2019

Associate of Science - Human Resources Management

Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA

Skills

  • Educator
  • Time Management
  • Student Support
  • Case Worker
  • Employment Coach
  • Class Management
  • Record keeping and Data entry
  • Client engagement
  • Evaluations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Record Management
  • Compliance

Timeline

Access Navigator/ Case Worker

Behavioral Health Network
01.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional

Springfield Public Schools
01.2021 - 01.2023

Registered Medical Assistant

Caring Health Center
01.2019 - 01.2020

Call Center Agent/Health Plans Specialist/Eligibility Specialist

MassHealth

Medical Billing and Coding Certificate -

Penn Foster

Medical Assistant Graduate -

Porter & Chester Institute

Associate of Science - Human Resources Management

Holyoke Community College
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