Support day-to-day program operations with expertise in records management and resource coordination. Skillfully meet diverse needs and address issues to maintain efficiency and program outreach. Demonstrated success in building long-lasting relationships.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Office Of Children & Family Services, OCFS
01.2023 - Current
Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in safe environment.
Coordinated transitional services for youth of diverse backgrounds.
Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
Supervised residents during meals, recreation and other activities.
Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
Supportive Housing Specialist
Access Supports For Living
09.2021 - Current
Identified and recruited landlords and brokers to provide suitable and affordable units to meet clients' needs.
Explained rental and housing regulations to clients and helped each discover best options for housing.
Met with at risk youth who aged out of Foster Care, Housing residents and landlords to answer questions, address concerns and clarify policies and procedures.
Answered client questions about lease and rental agreements and advocated on behalf of client needs.
Scheduled appointments with applicants to gather information and explain benefits processes.
Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Housing Specialist
Bronx Works
07.2019 - 01.2021
Oversaw housing plans for over 50 clients to promote timely transition to permanent housing and appropriate usage of housing subsidies.
Negotiated with landlords and real estate agents to obtain vacant apartments for clients with histories of homelessness, mental illness and substance abuse, occupying over 100 apartments by providing direct, hands-on support services.
Reviewed documentation and input data into computer system to complete eligibility process, re-certifications and tenant move-outs.
Reviewed and executed confidential documents, contracts, and disclosures.
Catered to the homeless population and helped them maintain permanent housing through City FEPS, HASA, Section 8 and the SOTA program.
Human Resources Assistant
Center For Human Development & Family Services
10.2018 - 03.2020
Administered compensation, benefits and performance management systems at direction of supervisor.
Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
Filed paperwork, sorted and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
Education
Nursing
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY
06.2024
Skills
Crisis Response
Excellent Communication
Behavior Management
Skill building
Safety awareness
Timeline
Case Manager
Office Of Children & Family Services, OCFS
01.2023 - Current
Supportive Housing Specialist
Access Supports For Living
09.2021 - Current
Housing Specialist
Bronx Works
07.2019 - 01.2021
Human Resources Assistant
Center For Human Development & Family Services
10.2018 - 03.2020
Nursing
Westchester Community College
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