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Overview
Work History
Education
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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, NV
05-2011

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