Emanuel N Curry Jr
Plainfield,NJ
Summary
A professional motivated to create change in the world. I am dedicated to assisting the communities through health & wellness, creativity, mentorship and fellowship. I have excellent communications skills and the ability navigate systems quickly . My experiences with LGBTQ individuals and navigating multicultural spaces gives me the aptitude to engage diverse populations. I've been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered counseling, substance use and HIV stigma. I create a comfortable environment for my clients to grow because I believe counseling is a way to uplift and guide peoples.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Outreach Worker
Hyacinth AIDS Foundation
Plainfield, NJ
10.2021 - Current
- Organized & Hosted a "Gays Uniting: National Black HIV-AIDS Awareness Day" Event at The Love Lounge Bar for the community to interact with Community health organizations like NJCRI and Iris House
- Created engaging and creative social media content to communicate better sexual health and intimacy.
- Educated individuals on HIV and STIs transmission, symptoms, testing, and treatment; through Mgroup and Outreach
- Facilitated/Promoted HIV testing and PrEP Counseling
- Promoted and Facilitated in "Many Men, Many Voices" ( A retreat for Gay/Bisexual Men of Color to self reflect and resolve personal trauma)
- Collaborated and Formed partnerships with other agencies, such as "Iris House" "AIDS Healthcare Foundation" "NJCRI," and local establishments.
- Targeted specific community groups to help vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
- Developed team communications, ensured that everyone was informed about upcoming events, and discussed ideas for future events.
CLEAR Counselor for Project WOW
NJCRI (New Jersey Community Research Institute)
Newark, NJ
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Instructed participants on activities' goals, procedures and safety considerations to promote beneficial outcomes for all clients.
- Collaborated with other counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for clients.
- Developed live broadcast, to highlight company services, inform cliental of current events.
- Teach coping skills/ possible paths to issues within LGBTQIA+ & Black-LatinX communities
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Counseled individuals, groups and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Maintained and updated client records, including changes in service plans, treatment reports and progress.
- Facilitated large discussions, meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques and to clients and families.
- Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes and test results, and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' issues.
Volunteer
Hyacinth AIDS Foundations
Plainfield, NJ
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Attended as one of the leading members of Hyacinth's Empowerment Program," The Malebox"
- Created engaging and creative social media content to communicate better sexual health and intimacy.
- Contributed to success of Plainfield Pride Events 2019. "Pride in Park" and "The LGBTQ Prom"
- Spearheaded events for LGBT persons of color, such as; “Potluck & Paint,” “Guy Talk,” “Movie Night,” & “Speed Dating,” in order to raise awareness on issues and build bonds within the community
- Hosted Mgroups,(Discussions about sexual health, Methods of STI/HIV prevention, Exercises on Disclosure/And Asking About Status)
- Invited individuals to events, through formal and informal outreach going "Paradise" in Asbury Park, "Six26" in Jersey City, and "T.G.I.Friday's" in Watchung
- Recruited members and promoted events through social media and informal outreach at my job in Home Depot.
Education
Diploma - English, Art, Spanish, and Social Studies
Hightstown High School
Diploma - undefined
University of Granada
Client-Centered Counseling
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Newark, NJSkills
- Team Management
- Knowledge of Health & Wellness
- Event Organization
- Promoter Experience
- Community Outreach Tactics
- Child and Adolescent Mentoring
- Program Development and Management
- Lesson Planning
- One-on-One Sessions
- Intervention Planning
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Case Management
- Therapeutic Plans
- Relationship-Building
Timeline
Community Health Outreach Worker
Hyacinth AIDS Foundation
10.2021 - Current
CLEAR Counselor for Project WOW
NJCRI (New Jersey Community Research Institute)
09.2020 - 10.2021
Volunteer
Hyacinth AIDS Foundations
01.2018 - 09.2020
Diploma - English, Art, Spanish, and Social Studies
Hightstown High School
Diploma - undefined
University of Granada
Client-Centered Counseling
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey