Experienced social work professional with 15+ years in crisis intervention, risk assessment, and student and family advocacy. Skilled in trauma-informed, culturally responsive care and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
JJAEP Mentors Care Coordinator
Mentors Care
Midlothian , TX
01.2020 - Current
Interviewed, assessed, and connected students with adult mentors, providing ongoing guidance to foster positive mentoring relationships.
Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during urgent student situations
Advocated for students' rights while connecting them to vital resources for housing, mental health, food, and other essential services.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to review cases and meet needs
Engaged in community outreach and developed programs to enhance support services and address program needs.
Educate clients and mentors about the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being.
Engaged in learning opportunities to improve effectiveness in role and stay updated with best practices. and assist in trainings for the organization
Present during court proceedings related to cases involving current student cases
Lead Case Manager/Supervisor
Youth in View
DeSoto, TX
01.2012 - 08.2017
Supervised case managers to ensure effective service delivery and support for clients
Oversaw the intake process, coordinated placements, executed assessments, and ensured discharges were handled effectively.
Provided comprehensive assessments of clients' needs and created individualized treatment plans.
Guided youth through goal setting, appointments, and support services
Collaborated with staff, schools, and providers to support client needs
Established and maintained partnerships with external agencies to support foster care initiatives.
Conducted training and education classes for foster parents and children to enhance understanding of foster care roles
Prepared comprehensive case files and documentation to facilitate review and ensure compliance with regulations
Maintained confidential progress notes and updated client records accurately
Treatment Team Planning and Intervention
Case Manager with foster children and foster homes
HCV Family Self-Sufficency Coordiantor
Dallas Housing Authority
Dallas, TX
06.2011 - 06.2012
Guided low-income families in goal setting for self-sufficiency and homeownership
Facilitated training classes for clients to promote skills and knowledge in self-sufficiency
Conducted outreach and established networks with local partner agencies to enhance support for clients
Case management to low income families
Calculated rent amounts to ensure compliance with housing regulations
Monitored case records for compliance
Family Self-Sufficiency Coord/Bound for Success
Beaumont Housing Authority
Beaumont, TX
11.2008 - 05.2011
Managed case files for low-income families, facilitating access to essential services and resources.
Networked with local partner agencies, strengthening relationships to enhance community support for families.
Facilitated mentorship program, equipping high school seniors with skills for college readiness and future success.
Coordinated events with academic agencies to provide necessary services for student
Coordinated college campus tours and field trips throughout the year
Provided workshops regarding financial literacy, FAFSA, and all other requirements for student to apply to college, technical, vocational, and military
Case Manager
Central TX Senior Ministry
Waco, TX
05.2008 - 08.2008
Coordinated client cases to optimize service delivery and support
Assessed clients' homes to identify and address specific needs
Developed referrals and networking opportunities to strengthen client services
Began preliminary research/survey for clients regarding health care needs
Meals on Wheels- data entry for new and recurring clients
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Baylor University
Waco, TX
05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Baylor University
Waco, TX
12-2006
Skills
Crisis Intervention and Risk Assessment, as qualified