Edina Hodzic
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced public health professional with 10+ years of research and case management expertise. Collaborative with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement successful interventions. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Driven by a deep passion for promoting wellness and health education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Skyway Behavioral Health
03.2022 - Current
- Developed the case management department at a start-up company; including implementing protocols, creating procedures, policy development, and management of referral databases
- Oversees organizational workflows and processes across program tracks, ensuring efficiency and compliance with organizational standards
- Facilitates onboarding processes for new clients, streamlining procedures to enhance the patient experience and operational effectiveness
- Works closely with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and community organizations to provide comprehensive care using HIPAA regulations
- Participates in regular audits of programs, processes, and operations to evaluate compliance with internal policies and external regulations
- Collaborates with marketing team to increase promotion of services, social media engagement and long-term relationships with providers and stakeholders
Case Manager
Eating Recovery Center
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Oversaw a caseload of 50 clients in residential and partial hospitalization levels of care to ensure proper delivery of care
- Created individualized treatment plans with clients, ensuring they align with personal goals and treatment needs
- Regularly evaluated clients progress toward their goals, adjusting care plans as needed, and documented all interactions and updates
- Supported virtual programming during the start of the pandemic for clients in Intensive Outpatient Programming
Intern
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Collected and analyzed qualitative data to prepare health educational material and curriculum, including infographics to enhance the delivery of findings
- Recruited participants, conducted focus groups, and analyzed results about anti-bullying education
- Revised Community Volunteer Corps educational materials to align with the up-to-date public health standards
- Analyzed data to identify social determinants of health relation in two low-income west side communities in Chicago
Linkage Manager
Lighthouse Institute
09.2013 - 01.2019
- Maintained a caseload of 30 cases daily; acted as a liaison between clients and service providers, ensuring a smooth transition into care and addressed barriers encountered
- Assessed the health education needs of the target population through surveys, focus groups, and community assessments
- Provided culturally competent services using motivational interviewing to promote education and recovery guidelines to sustain long-term recovery and decrease health disparities
- Conducted interviews for 10 evaluation studies, enrolled participants, enhanced participant retention, and collected data for pilot and clinical trial studies
- Maintained an up-to-date inventory of health resources and services available to low-income and diverse populations
Assistant Project Manager
Stone City
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Oversaw project executions, ensuring adherence to budgets; monitored progress, identified potential risks, and implemented corrective actions as necessary
- Maintained exact project documentation, including contracts, progress reports, and other relevant materials
- Created and maintained project schedules, ensuring timely completion of all phases of projects
Education
Master of Public Health - Community Health
DePaul University
06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Northeastern Illinois University
12.2011
Skills
- Ability to work independently
- Case documentation
- Problem-solving
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Time management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strong attention to details
Degree
MPH
Languages
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Case Manager
Skyway Behavioral Health
03.2022 - Current
Intern
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
10.2019 - 06.2020
Case Manager
Eating Recovery Center
04.2019 - 02.2022
Linkage Manager
Lighthouse Institute
09.2013 - 01.2019
Assistant Project Manager
Stone City
10.2012 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Northeastern Illinois University
Master of Public Health - Community Health
DePaul University
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