Self-starter, team player with a healthy work ethic & a willingness to learn. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude/energy & creative outlook. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LINC Residential Case Manager
Community House Mental Health Agency
11.2023 - Current
Develop rapport with individuals with extreme barriers to engaging in services
Assist in client development of necessary skills to live independently such as meal prep, laundry, hygiene, etc
Assist participants in engaging in long-term services that promote self-sufficiency, wellness, and recovery
Assist with transporting clients to appointments
Lead assigned life-skills groups as needed
Provide immediate crisis intervention and resolution as needed
Complete risk assessments and help people build de-escalation skills/strategies
Coordinating with other relevant professionals (behavioral health, legal, medical, etc)
Support the LINC Emergency Housing intake/interview process
Support clients with following up with legal expectations with goal of reducing recidivism
Engaging with clients under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol and clients in severe poverty who may have poor hygiene
Utilizing a Harm Reduction approach with demonstrated passion for serving individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders at various stages of change
Advocacy for clients and assisting clients in learning to advocate for themselves
Timely completion of required documentation to program standards
Adhere to HIPAA/Confidentiality standards.
Improved housing stability for residents through comprehensive needs assessments and resource coordination.
Enhanced resident well-being by developing and implementing individualized case management plans.
Lead Residential Specialist
Plymouth Housing Group
11.2018 - Current
Operates all functions in the front lobby office, including checking and logging visitors in and out, answering telephones and monitoring security systems, directing vendors, and reading and replying to emails
Collaborates and works alongside internal stakeholders in providing effective support and resources, acts as a liaison between Plymouth residents and external service providers, conducts ongoing outreach to all residents and provide resources to residents as needed, welcomes all new residents into a safe environment, while always showing supportive cohesive services in all spaces and at all times
Collaborates and problem solves with Housing Case Managers and Community Specialist to take actions that align tenant services around resident goals; contact outside services providers as necessary
Partner and problem solve with creating plans that address concern or issues
Assists tenants with unit services and can include but not limited to, re-entry into individual units
Mediates conflict using de-escalation, conflict mediation and other techniques as needed
Supports offsite property management through posting notices, outreaching/communicating with tenants, assisting with submitting work orders, and receiving rent payments
Provides support, guidance and oversight as directed by the Residential Services Manager for all volunteers and interns
Assists building leadership team in coordinating the daily operations of the site, including helping to secure staff and shift coverage for the front desk
This includes scheduling staff and managing shift selection processes according to union and Plymouth protocol
Provides mentorship and support to the RS team by: Assisting with onboarding, training and guidance
Modeling excellent customer service
Coaching the RS team in documentation and logging that meets company standards
Ensuring that policies and procedures are implemented consistently
Collaborates with building team, playing a key role in identifying and communicating specific RS support strategies for tenant's housing stability plans
Ensures communication and team building among Residential Specialists across shifts; ensures swing and overnight shifts are engaged with building happenings
Collaborates with building team to ensure that tenant resources available at the front desk are relevant and up to date
Assists in coordinating and conducting building events and activities, as needed
Assists Property Management team with re-certifications, annual reviews, and other processes, as needed
Generates/inputs select maintenance work orders as needed
Assess and troubleshoot maintenance needs during afterhours or weekends, as needed
Conducts monthly preventative pest control/treatment inspections; facilitate heat treatment of tenant belongings as needed
Rotates with the Lead Housing Case Manager and serves as back-up to the Residential Services Manger during their absence
Provides a safe, sanitary environment in the buildings for tenants and staff
Maintain order and safety, sanitize living and work areas, conduct floor checks/ perimeter checks
Maintain building security/staff safety
Monitor all areas of the building and systems with the use of security cameras and by regular checks of common areas to ensure tenant and building safety
Support and enforces building rules and respond to tenant complaints
Respond to building emergencies and take action
Assist with periodic unit safety checks and inspections
Administrative Use office machines to file, fax, and photocopy
Maintain daily logs of building activities and building records.
Increased safety and security within residential facilities through regular inspections and maintenance tasks.
Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing effective solutions.
Clinical Support Specialist (case Manager)
DESC
05.2022 - 10.2023
Identify and coordinate new case management strategies from outside provider organizations
Support tenants in maintaining safe and healthy unit conditions and passing apartment inspections
This may include hands-on assistance cleaning apartments, arranging and monitoring caregiver/chore worker services, and/or teaching and modeling independent living skills
Directly provide case management services not covered by other providers
Maintain regular contact with tenants and case managers from outside provider organizations to monitor progress toward goals identified in the ISP, and to ensure adequate provision of identified services
Document interactions with tenants through logs, service notes, EORs, emails, and other methods as appropriate in accordance with agency guidelines
Understand and meet the various contractual service and documentation obligations relevant to your project
Use trauma-informed strategies to intervene in crises and assist with building rule enforcement and lease compliance, as necessary
Provide education and support for tenants to ensure success as leaseholders
Assist tenants in the formation of interest groups or therapeutic support groups; facilitate when appropriate
Organize outings and activities to improve tenant skills in activities of daily living and to increase the level of meaningful activity in their lives
Work with tenants and other staff to identify needs for additional services, groups, and activities
Work with staff, outside service providers, and community resources to initiate and facilitate these services and activities
Provide individual culturally relevant counseling and information and referral services to tenants as needed
Facilitate community meetings
Participate in staff meetings and trainings
Lead care conferences in connection with SAGE, SUD, PACT, HOST, MRT
To provide clinical support & housing stabilization to tenants.
Sub-Contractor (caretaker/manager/janitor)
Maison Ville Condominium
07.2021 - 07.2022
Light Maintenance
Pressure washing
Worked with & supervised all vendors working on the grounds
Pool cleaning & Maintenance
All janitorial duties (sweeping, mopping, floor care)
Managed property
Ordered & restocked all zep & simple green cleaning supplies.
Janitor
Plymouth Housing Group
11.2018 - 10.2021
Handled and stored hazardous chemicals safely to prevent injury or illness
Reduced cleaning time significantly while maintaining company quality standards
Responded to emergency cleaning requests to meet client expectations
Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain appearance and remove scratches
Operated carpet extractors and floor buffers while adhering to all corporate safety measures
Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition
Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space
Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks
Responded promptly to requests to clean and sanitize areas after accidents
Organized custodial closets to easily find equipment and supplies
Completed custodial rounds, including sweeping and vacuuming, glass cleaning and trash collecting
Sorted and disposed of trash and recycling materials to keep common areas clean and organized
Maintained building interiors with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
Monitored daily shipping, handling and receiving to promote smooth operations within warehouse
Generated shipping documents, including packing lists and invoices
Supervised scheduling for freight and package shipments and managed return and transfer procedures
Satisfied reporting requirements with timely and accurate logging of daily activities
Monitored all processing equipment and machinery for proper start-up, operation and shut down
Developed weekly schedules for warehouse employees
Reconciled daily inventory in warehouse management system for tens of thousands of SKUs
Used logistics appointment scheduling software to track orders, provide updates and confirm deliveries
Enforced strict safety procedures and protocols through successful management of warehouse team members.
Janitorial Lead/Supervisor
Ford Janitorial
01.2008 - 09.2015
Enhanced team efficiency by providing clear guidance and hands-on training for staff members.
Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Assisted in the hiring process by interviewing candidates and making recommendations based on skills, experience, and fit within the team culture.
Trained staff on safe operation of cleaning equipment, tools, devices and chemical and cleaning agents to efficiently perform duties and reduce harm to floors, fixtures, staff and environment.
Streamlined inventory management with systematic organization of cleaning supplies and equipment.
Facilitated successful project completion by coordinating tasks among team members.
Optimized scheduling processes, ensuring adequate staffing levels during peak times and reduced labor costs during slow periods.
Collaborated effectively with other departments, streamlining processes for seamless integration of services.
Developed strong relationships with staff, fostering trust and open communication regarding their needs
and expectations.
Managed/supervised staff of 10-15
Microsoft excel, word, office, spreadsheet
I grew to appreciate doing janitorial work. Due to for my grandmother's janitorial service as a kid (formally known as Ford Janitorial). Being able to receive such valuable information on a daily basis. It helped to create a strong work ethic, while supplying me with a wealth of knowledge in the industry.