Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After-School Program Director
Achievement Centers For Children And Families
10.2022 - Current
Developed individualized learning plans for students, resulting in personalized support and increased achievement levels.
Implemented a comprehensive staff professional development plan, ensuring continuous improvement and growth in program quality.
Collaborated with school faculty to identify at-risk students who would benefit from additional support provided through the after-school program.
Increased program attendance by establishing partnerships with local organizations and community leaders.
Clinical Manager/Lead Medical Assistant/Patient Services Representative/Phlebotomy technicians
Florida Community Health Centers, Inc.
10.2021 - 10.2022
Educates patients that are diabetics, hypertensive, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder and/or asthmatic
Monitor and coordinate with Center Clinical Administrator to maintain optimum patient flow, services delivery and continuity in care among Center departments and between Center and local area health and social services
Attend specific trainings on these topics and are able to provide the education that is needed to make some of these goals achievable
Staff monitor the gaps that are needed for preventive measures and management of diseases and ensure that patients are notified when they are needed to come in for services.
Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
Certified TMS Treater/Clinical Manager
SuccessTMS
11.2020 - 10.2022
Clinically assess customers referred for mental health services and determine admission status
Administering clinical assessments and assuring receipt of all required documentation to admit clients to the agency, entering clients into electronic health record system (EHRS) and tracking client status
Work closely with programs in managing elective waitlists and caseload assignments
The TMS Coordinator will maintain close communication with medical and clinical departments to insure a seamless admissions process.
Ensured safety compliance by following company protocols and conducting regular inspections of the treating area.
Care Coordination Services Consultant
BoysTown
11.2018 - 10.2020
Advocating for the needs of clients in multiple domains
Meeting and collaborating with clients/families and provides to assess participation and progress in services
Writing Plans to drive positive client progress and writing routine reports regarding case management activities.
Provided expert guidance on product offerings and services, enabling clients to make informed decisions based on their unique needs.
Delivered comprehensive training sessions for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into their roles as Services Consultants.
Dependency Case Manager
Children Home Society
06.2016 - 11.2018
Assess child and family needs to create referrals and linkages to services such as subsidy and medical coverage
Facilitate removal and placement of children into safe and stable care while also supporting the families and care givers during the process
Develop and maintain quality case and program written documentation that reflects client progress and also meets CHS, funders, and DCF requirements.
Delivered ongoing training on topics such as child development, positive discipline techniques, and substance abuse prevention for caregivers in the program.
Enhanced child safety by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address risk factors and implement interventions.
Outreach Coordinator
Foundcare Inc
08.2011 - 05.2013
Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening the organization''s presence in the community.
Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
Empowered team members to take ownership of their roles in outreach activities, promoting a sense of responsibility and commitment to the organization''s mission.
Improved access to resources for underprivileged communities by connecting them with essential services offered by partner agencies.
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