Dre Dufford
Trinidad,CO
Summary
Compassionate and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in social work with experience in working with all ages of people from varied cultural backgrounds. Collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Available 15-20 hours per week.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Coordinator
Kavod Senior Life
12.1997 - 07.2022
- Performed initial interview and assessment of applicants
- Carried pager and responded to emergencies with assisted living and independent living residents
- Connected residents with needed resources to enable them to live as independently and safely as possible
- Assisted with application process for Medicaid/Home and Community Based Services
- Facilitated support groups
- Designed and implemented intergenerational program-Project Story
- Provided individual support in areas of aging, loss and grief
Director of Bereavement Services
Hospice Of Northern Colorado
10.1992 - 11.1997
- Provided bereavement support to family members of hospice patients through phone calls, home visits and individual counseling
- Facilitated Grief Education and Support Groups for adults, teens and children in Northern Colorado communities
- Facilitated a monthly community potluck to provide fellowship and support for people who were grieving the loss of a loved one
- Provided bereavement support for hospice staff members
- Provided education and support for other helping professions who dealt with loss and grief
Youth in Crisis Caseworker
Arapahoe County Department Of Social Services
07.1985 - 05.1992
- Cultivated positive, trusting relationships with clients and community providers to promote effective coordination of services
- Wrote and submitted treatment plans and court reports outlining recommendations to allow children to remain safely in their homes or to be reunited with family members in Dependency and Neglect cases
- Visited homes and agencies to provide support and case management services to clients
- Identified community resources to support clients
Recreational Therapist
Adams Co. Mental Health- Adolescent Day Treatment
06.1983 - 04.1985
- Organized recreation activities congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
- Taught art classes
- Co-facilitated family therapy sessions
Education
Master of Arts - Gerontology
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, COBachelor of Science - Human Services
Metropolitan State College
Denver, COSkills
- Listening and Empathy
- Excellent Communication skills
- Positive team member
- Counseling Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Ability to connect and work with other professionals in community
Additional Information
Served two terms on the Denver Commission on Aging appointed by Mayor John Hickenlooper. 2006-2010.
Timeline
Care Coordinator
Kavod Senior Life
12.1997 - 07.2022
Director of Bereavement Services
Hospice Of Northern Colorado
10.1992 - 11.1997
Youth in Crisis Caseworker
Arapahoe County Department Of Social Services
07.1985 - 05.1992
Recreational Therapist
Adams Co. Mental Health- Adolescent Day Treatment
06.1983 - 04.1985
Master of Arts - Gerontology
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Metropolitan State College
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