Dyral J. Brown
Alexandria
Summary
Highly motivated, dynamic and solutions oriented professional offering exemplary skills in Human Support Services. Experienced in working with individuals of all ages, mental capacities and economic backgrounds; superb ability to successfully handle clients with mental health disorders, substance abuse challenges and somatic issues. Proven ability to thrive in busy environments, adapting well to any setting while maintaining professionalism and business acumen. Team-oriented with a strong track record of establishing positive rapport with clients, families, co-workers, administration, community members, and outside agencies and representatives.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern- Independent Living Program
Arlington County Department of Human Services Child and Family Services Division
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Company Overview: Arlington County Department of Human Services works to advance economic security, safety and general well-being.
- Provide case management under the direction of my field instructor. Wrote thorough progress notes in DAPT format and submitted them into OASIS. Met with youth in different locations such as foster homes, jails, community settings, and DHS as needed. Engaged youth in social and educational skill building. Worked collaboratively with team members and attended weekly staff meetings. Uploaded documentation into DHS electronic records. Abided by the nine Social Work Competencies and Behaviors.
Service Coordinator
So Others Might Eat (SOME) – Mary Claire House
01.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: SOME is an interfaith, community-based organization that exists to help the poor and homeless of our nation's capital.
- Teach daily living skills to residents, monitor medications and assist clients with medication self-management training. Coordinate care and resources with client's case managers. Provide assistance in arranging day program for clients. Write progress notes for clients on a weekly basis. Implement client treatment plans. Assist residents with community supports to obtain safe and healthy permanent housing. Organize structured group activities. Facilitate house meetings.
- Evaluated by the Program Director as an “emergent leader among peers” possessing “professionalism and excellent communication skills that set him apart as an example to others in the program.”
- “Dyral is extremely reliable and a self-starter. He requires very little oversight to meet all requirements regarding trainings, schedule management and any required documentation.” – Program Director
Program Coordinator
Hopewell House for Independent Living
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: Hopewell House is a group home that offers individuals and their families a mental health residential housing program.
- Combines professionalism and expertise with true dedication and compassion to provide personal care and education services to clients (and their families) with a mental health diagnosis: offers care in an environment conducive for healing, placing emphasis on the organization’s focus to offer “Dignity, Growth. Peace of Mind. Support.” Embraces the philosophy of person-centered planning in concert with individual best practices: composes Individual Service Plans (ISPs), maintains support/treatment plans, monitors medications, evaluates and documents results. Maintains a positive demeanor and exhibits high ethical and moral behavior while supporting clients and their families; participates in and oversees the admission and intake process, services, transfer and discharge activities. Attends person-centered planning meetings for evaluation, reviews resident progress and behavioral support plans and ensures proper implementation and training of staff. Provides effective leadership in all personnel activities: ensures appropriate staffing levels, provides ongoing training supervision to Behavioral Health Coaches (BHCs), prepares work schedules for BHCs, and develops, instructs, coordinates, assigns and reviews the overall work of staff with clear quality requirements. Monitors operational costs to stay within budget. Ensures compliance with health, fire, OSHA, and other safety regulations. Continuously seeks opportunities for personal improvement and encourages and develops skills and growth of staff.
Case Manager (2018)
Covenant House Washington (CHW)
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: CHW is the largest and leading non-profit in the region that serves homeless, disconnected and exploited youth ages 18-24.
- Extended a warm and empathetic welcome to youth ages 18-24: provided an overview of the purpose, philosophy and services of CHW and conducted intakes in order to connect youth with the most suitable CHW service(s). Completed comprehensive assessments and aided in developing individualized service plans. Arranged and conducted weekly meetings to address issues, adhering to service plans and ensuring program progression. Provided case management and referrals (both internal and external), serving as a liaison for the youth with community and government agencies when appropriate. Developed and facilitated support groups, in conjunction with the Director of Residential Programs, that addressed issues and challenges faced by youth. Conducted weekly family/group sessions as needed. Engaged in crisis support by responding to clients in crisis as needed.
- Drop-in & Donation Services Manager (2017-2018)
- Successfully managed a team of four employees: instilled the importance of working hand in hand with clients to create an atmosphere of acceptance and a safe space for them to grow in self-worth, dignity and respect. Connected youth to Case Management services; provided youth with grooming kits, clothing items and food when necessary; assisted with maintaining clothing donation partnerships and inventory.
- Senior Resident Advisor (2016)
- Efficiently managed a team of 9 resident advisors to ensure the effectiveness of day-to-day activities of the facility according to CHW Policies and Procedures; maintained documentation of clients’ activities during their residency with the Agency; reviewed goals, objectives of the Individualized Service Plans on a weekly basis and completed weekly reports for upper level management. Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings as necessary. Conducted workshops on various life-skill issues, such as hygiene, anger management, self-esteem, and problem solving. Led and/or participated in group activities and meetings for youth as assigned. Assisted youth in planning appropriate community based and leisure activities. Upheld an environment in which the needs of the youth were addressed in a manner that was comfortable, motivating, and secure for them: counseled youth as necessary and in a manner that imparted respect, honesty, non-judgment and empathy.
Crisis Counselor
So Others Might Eat
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: SOME is an interfaith, community-based organization that exists to help the poor and homeless of our nation's capital.
- Developed a safe environment for clients with mental health and co-occurring disorders on a daily basis. Performed intake and discharge of clients; coordinated services and care needs with clients and external providers. Participated in daily client staff meetings; developed documentation and assessment progress notes for clients. Maintained client authorization with Department of Behavioral Health. Provided oversight of client medicine taken and monitored side effects and communicated with doctors regarding all client progress and concerns. Transported clients to weekly community outings/cultural events; engaged with clients in the household community through chores, cooking, cleaning, and daily activities.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
01.2002
Skills
- QMHP-A
- SOME Leadership Development Cohort
- Non-Crisis Intervention
- Medication Administration
- OSHA
- Blood Borne Pathogen
- Fire Safety
- CPR & First Aid
Certification
Qualified Mental Health Professional-Adult
Daily Activities Instrument (DLA-20)
Counseling on Access to Lethal Means
Timeline
Intern- Independent Living Program
Arlington County Department of Human Services Child and Family Services Division
09.2024 - 05.2025
Service Coordinator
So Others Might Eat (SOME) – Mary Claire House
01.2019 - Current
Program Coordinator
Hopewell House for Independent Living
01.2019 - 01.2019
Case Manager (2018)
Covenant House Washington (CHW)
01.2016 - 01.2019
Crisis Counselor
So Others Might Eat
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
Master of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
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