Erika Lera
Carson City,NV
Summary
Dynamic Community Outreach Specialist with a proven track record at Community Counseling Center, excelling in case management and community engagement. Expert in developing impactful presentations and fostering partnerships, I successfully coordinated volunteer recruitment drives and innovative strategies to connect with underserved populations, enhancing program awareness and client advocacy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Douglas County FASTT Coordinator
Partnership Douglas County
Carson City, NV
01.2024 - Current
- Engage individuals that are incarcerated in jail to begin F.A.S.T.T. services and build a rapport while incarcerated
- Provide strength-based case management for individuals suffering from a dual diagnosis of mental health issues and substance abuse, and meet with clients weekly to support, encourage motivation, and commitment.
- Provide the resources needed to obtain treatment upon release from jail.
- Provide life coaching, employment resources, substance use program referrals, housing, clothing, transportation, food, medical insurance, ID cards, and other supports for F.A.S.T.T. clients.
- Provide documentation and program data to grantors to show success. Collaborate with FASTT programs in other counties.
Community Outreach Specialist
Community Counseling Center
Carson City, NV
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated interactions between organization's leadership team and community members.
- Created presentations and materials that highlighted the impact of community outreach efforts on various populations.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment drives for various programs within the organization.
- Provided individuals and families with information and resources to connect with available programs.
- Developed strategies for engaging hard-to-reach populations through innovative approaches.
- Organized community outreach programs to drive awareness of initiatives.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV05-2011
Skills
- Case management and resource coordination
- Community engagement and volunteer recruitment
- Presentation development and client advocacy
- Networking
- Nonprofit expertise
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
- Partnership development
Accomplishments
- Soroptimist Women Helping Women Award 2022
Certification
- Life Coach
- Community Collaboration Certificate
Timeline
Douglas County FASTT Coordinator
Partnership Douglas County
01.2024 - Current
Community Outreach Specialist
Community Counseling Center
11.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Western Nevada College