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Ellisha M. Robinson

Astoria,NY

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Housing Manager

New York City Housing Authority, NYCHA
12.2022 - Current
  • Met with housing residents and landlords to answer questions, address concerns and clarify policies and procedures.
  • Conducted home and apartment inspections to identify safety issues and needed repairs.
  • Reviewed documentation and input data into computer system to complete eligibility process, re-certifications and tenant move-outs.
  • Assisted in grant writing to increase funds for organization, raising over $[Amount].
  • Coordinated with local agencies to provide housing and prevent homelessness, decreasing homelessness [Number]%.
  • Maintained database of housing resources, landlords and management companies.
  • Identified and recruited landlords and brokers to provide suitable and affordable units to meet clients' needs.
  • Researched possible fraud cases by scrutinizing bank statements and reconciling statements with reported income sources.
  • Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
  • Planned special events such as lotteries, dedications and project tours.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Analyzed operational information for impact on ROI, identified trends and recommended appropriate adjustments.
  • Responded to Common Area Maintenance (CAM) inquiries.
  • Oversaw housing plans for over [Number] clients to promote timely transition to permanent housing and appropriate usage of housing subsidies.
  • Tracked and monitored rental payments for [Number] clients using [Software].· Managing over 900 units in Latimer Gardens Consolidated development;

· Overseeing capital projects;

· Evaluating the performance of NYCHA staff at Latimer Gardens Consolidated;

· Conducting HR proceedings for NYCHA staff at Latimer Gardens Consolidated;

· Managing the annual budget;

· Approving requisitions, materials, and supplies;

· Working with NYCHA legal department;

· Conducting monthly building inspections for Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS) inspections;

· Conducting staff and supervisor meetings;

· Reviewing the number of annual recertifications completed;

· Supervising, reviewing, and re-evaluating rent collection data;

· Overseeing Housing Assistants rentals and move-outs;

· Resolving matters of communication between NYCHA staff and Latimer Gardens Consolidated residents;

· Training newly appointed employees;

· Resolving resident complaints and inter-governmental complaints;

· Conducting monthly meetings with resident association president and cabinet.

· Completed PHAS inspection by HUD in March 2023;

· Addressed health and safety issues (EH&S) from the PHAS report;

· Procurement of repairment of gas lines due to leaks and odors in Bland Houses ($468,000);

· Collaborated with Capital Projects division to redesign the parking lot at Bland Houses with a redesigned parking lot and new exterior lighting for safety;

· Initiated green infrastructure program for neighborhood solar paneling;

· Installation of heating sensors and waste management redesign at Latimer Gardens Consolidated.

Residential Supervisor

Quality Services For The Autistic Community (QSAC)
10.2009 - 01.2014
  • Maintained caring, supportive and safe environment for residents through careful monitoring and continuous oversight.
  • Recognized changes in behavior indicating potential crisis situations and took immediate and appropriate action.
  • Coordinated all staffing schedules and made sure that each shift had adequate coverage.
  • Scheduled fun social and recreational activities for residents.
  • Observed strict safety guidelines and regularly inspected bedrooms and common areas for any issues that posed danger to residents and staff members.
  • Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints, and convey information about policy changes.
  • Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.
  • Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
  • Collaborated with treatment team and stakeholders to optimize client care by gathering information, tools and resources.
  • Observed client behavior and collected, documented and summarized data to formulate treatment plans.
  • Attended training to acquire and maintain technical knowledge.
  • Handled clients safely and appropriately to minimize risk of physical injury.
  • Maintained clean, safe and organized work environment to facilitate therapeutic treatment.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Developed resident activities and programming to encourage new skills and maintain present skills.
  • Transported residents to and from appointments and other activities to encourage mobility.
  • Offered instructions to help individuals learn, retain or improve competencies for maximal functioning.
  • Implemented written goals from treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Supervised and assisted residents with grooming, personal hygiene, meal planning and housekeeping to promote activities of daily living.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Ensure program goals are implemented by Habilitation Specialist
  • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans
  • Provide hands on supervisor of individuals with Autism, including implementation of behavior goals and behavior plans
  • Maintain client’s personal allowance accounts
  • Schedule staff at the residence
  • Coordinate shopping and proper meal distribution
  • Maintain correspondence with Nurse and Medical Coordinator to ensure appropriate medical appointments are made and occur
  • Coordinate recreational goals
  • Maintain all required certifications
  • Transport residents in agency vehicles as needed
  • Report issues regarding vehicles to supervisor
  • Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays when necessary
  • Maintain individual/family confidentiality
  • Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals
  • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management

Substitute Teacher

New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2006 - 09.2013
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
  • Planning lessons
  • Teaching students
  • Managing the classroom
  • Performing administrative tasks
  • Promoting positive student behavior
  • Ensuring the safety and security of the students

Census Field Supervisor

Department Of Commerce
04.2010 - 06.2010
  • Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
  • Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
  • Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
  • Kept high average of performance evaluations.
  • Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
  • Trained team members on new hotel services and products to support promotional efforts.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

Residential Support Professional

Life's WORC Agency
07.2007 - 08.2008
  • Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
  • Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
  • Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.
  • Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
  • Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
  • Provide ongoing oversight to people living in the residence
  • Implement Person Centered Residential Habilitation Plans
  • Provide training and support for each person in accordance with the individual personalized program plan
  • Have scheduling flexibility; may be required to work beyond the normal shift
  • Drive agency vans and demonstrate safe driving practices

Skills

  • Capital Projects Management
  • Maintenance Oversight
  • Complaints Investigations Oversight
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cost Control
  • Document Management
  • Project Planning
  • Inventory Control
  • Resource Allocation
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Expense Reports Coordination
  • Budgeting and financial management
  • Property Management Expertise
  • Emergency Response Planning
  • Case Management
  • Compliance and Agreement Negotiation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time management abilities
  • Legal Advisory
  • Policy Knowledge
  • Legal Brief Preparation
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Ethics management

Timeline

Housing Manager

New York City Housing Authority, NYCHA
12.2022 - Current

Census Field Supervisor

Department Of Commerce
04.2010 - 06.2010

Residential Supervisor

Quality Services For The Autistic Community (QSAC)
10.2009 - 01.2014

Residential Support Professional

Life's WORC Agency
07.2007 - 08.2008

Substitute Teacher

New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2006 - 09.2013
Ellisha M. Robinson