Hamza Kamara
Washington,DC
Summary
Dedicated and highly qualified social services professional with over a decade of experience driving community-led development and individual empowerment. Expert in crisis intervention, behavioral support, and case management within diverse and underserved populations. Committed to trauma-informed care and cultural sensitivity, seeking to leverage clinical and administrative expertise to facilitate sustainable positive change within domestic social service initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Support and Night Manager
So Others Might Eat (SOME)
Washington DC
03.2022 - Current
- Foster safe living environments by providing emotional support and crisis intervention for residents.
- Conduct one-on-one counseling for individuals facing substance use disorders, mental illness, and food insecurity.
- Manage property emergencies and medical crises, including first aid administration and incident reporting.
- Managed 40 residents in delivering smooth, productive night shift operations.
Social Worker
Maya Angelou Public Charter (Youth Services Center)
Washington DC
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted comprehensive mental and social health assessments for detained youth to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy focusing on anger management, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.
- Managed high-acuity crises including suicidal ideation and violent incidents within the detention facility.
- Advocated for residents’ rights and reintegration plans to ensure successful community transitions.
Youth Counselor
YMCA
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Implemented empowerment programs covering mental health, nutrition, fitness, and creative design.
- Mentored youth facing housing and food insecurity, bridging gaps between underserved and privileged backgrounds.
- Maintained stakeholder communication to promote community-driven development and family involvement.
Assistant Manager, Hunger Prevention
Action in Community Through Service (ACTS)
Manassas VA
01.2013 - 05.2018
- Managed food bank operations, supervised 9 Case Managers and 15+ volunteers, and co-facilitated youth workshops on healthy relationships.
- Crisis Intervention Specialist: Provided 24-hour support for suicide, sexual assault, and domestic violence cases; managed long-term care for 30+ high-risk individuals.
- Case Manager: Guided shelter residents toward self-sufficiency through employment, housing, and childcare placement; conducted intake interviews and ensured 24/7 facility safety.
President/Founder
Hungry Hearts Program, Shenandoah University
Winchester VA
01.2009 - 05.2013
- Founded a campus-wide organization to reduce food waste, establishing a daily food-recovery partnership with the Salvation Army.
- Managed volunteer recruitment, training, and marketing campaigns to support local homeless shelters and schools.
Education
Master of Social Work - Family and Child Welfare, Displaced Populations
Howard University
Washington DC05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Psychology
Shenandoah University
Winchester VA05.2013
Skills
- Clinical: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-based Practices, Psychological Assessments, Treatment Planning
- Administrative: Performance Tracking, Documentation & Reporting, Service Coordination, Social Research
- Crisis: Crisis Resolution, De-escalation, CPR/First Aid, Trauma-Informed Care
Accomplishments
• Achieved a 25% increase in resident stability through effectively helping with crisis de-escalation and individualized behavioral support plans.
• Achieved 100% regulatory compliance by completing biopsychosocial assessments and progress notes with accuracy and efficiency.
• Resolved service delivery gaps through resident feedback surveys and community-based needs testing.
• Documented and resolved systemic barriers to healthcare access which led to a 40% improvement in client medical appointment attendance.
• Collaborated with a team of 15 multi-disciplinary professionals in the development of comprehensive trauma-informed care protocols.
• Achieved streamlined case tracking by introducing Electronic Health Record (EHR) software for clinical documentation tasks.
• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets that optimized food bank distribution for over 50 families monthly.
Languages
English (Fluent), Krio (Native), Spanish (Proficient), Arabic (Limited Working Proficiency)
Timeline
Social Worker
Maya Angelou Public Charter (Youth Services Center)
10.2022 - 07.2023
Behavioral Support and Night Manager
So Others Might Eat (SOME)
03.2022 - Current
Youth Counselor
YMCA
05.2018 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager, Hunger Prevention
Action in Community Through Service (ACTS)
01.2013 - 05.2018
President/Founder
Hungry Hearts Program, Shenandoah University
01.2009 - 05.2013
Master of Social Work - Family and Child Welfare, Displaced Populations
Howard University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Psychology
Shenandoah University