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Helena McNeill

Summary

Over 2 decades of successful experiences in Harm Reduction, Case Management, Addiction support, Recognized strengths in resource utilization, problem-solving, staff support, planning/implementing proactive procedures and systems. Excellent working knowledge using Microsoft and internal database. Developing transitional plans, conduct audits and variance analyses, utilizing database and program reports.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Educator/Linkage to Care Program Specialist

Total Health Care
Baltimore, MD
01.2016 - 07.2022
  • Facilitate weekly interventions groups: including health education /health literacy sessions
  • Address psycho-social barriers to assist with maintaining adherence
  • Engage patients in behavioral health and substance use services Utilizing the status mutual approach to create innovative methods of reducing transmission and risk reduction
  • Conduct individual sessions on maintaining healthy life choices.
  • Provided support services assessments, resource referral, advocacy, crisis intervention, and follow-up services.

Community Health Outreach Specialist

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
05.2016 - 12.2016
  • Provides support, education and guidance to at high-risk for HIV with the goal of supporting access and adherence to PrEP & PEP (Pre-Post exposure Prophylaxis) to prevent HIV infection
  • Follow-up contact via phone and in person to engage in services
  • Develop methods for self-management; assist with developing strategies to help adherence and risk reduction
  • Collaborated with providers to ensure continuance of care.

PrEP Health Educator/ Patient Navigator

Harlem United Community AIDS Center
New York, NY
01.2014 - 04.2016
  • Link high-risk YMSM and Young Transgender to Behavior Health treatment and case management services
  • Coordinate outreach activities to identify new patients, scheduling medical appointments and escort patients to appointments
  • Engage patients in PrEP& PEP and HIV education including health education and supportive counseling Facilitate a biweekly educational support group for drop-in recourse center participants
  • Collaborate with agencies and research studies projects for monthly NYC Health Task force meetings and reports.

Lead Case Manager Treatment Advocate Second Chance Project

HealthCare Access Maryland
Baltimore, MD
01.2006 - 12.2014
  • Screen clients for eligibility and develop a customized coordination care plan
  • Assist clients in applying for crucial transitional housing services
  • Provide and follow-up with referrals to Primary care and Behavior Health case coordination with court appointed case managers, Parole & Probation officers, and City Detention services
  • Assist inmates with preparing to apply for benefits, Medicaid, SSI, VA, and State Housing Choice before re-entry, responsible for more than 300 incarcerated individuals
  • Train new staff on the implementation of HCAM policies and regulations for the Second Chance Jail Project maintenance of accurate and timely documentation of client’s assessments, case documentation and monthly reports.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Baltimore Learning Center
Baltimore, MD

Timeline

Community Health Outreach Specialist

Johns Hopkins University
05.2016 - 12.2016

Health Educator/Linkage to Care Program Specialist

Total Health Care
01.2016 - 07.2022

PrEP Health Educator/ Patient Navigator

Harlem United Community AIDS Center
01.2014 - 04.2016

Lead Case Manager Treatment Advocate Second Chance Project

HealthCare Access Maryland
01.2006 - 12.2014

High School Diploma -

South Baltimore Learning Center

Skills

  • Presentation Skills
  • Resource Advocacy
  • Community Outreach
  • Referral Coordination
  • Problem-Solving Aptitude
  • Excellent Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Organizational Skills

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