James B. Blatter
Recovery Resources
Grand Junction,CO
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Human Services Professional adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit client needs and return each to optimal quality of life.
Work History
Case Manager/Community Navigator
3 Years 2 Months- Delivered comprehensive case management services, facilitating intake, assessment, advocacy, and service referrals to support client needs.
- Provided case management services, including intake, assessment, advocacy, and service referrals.
- Partnered with community organizations to enhance program visibility and secure essential donations.
Group Home Manager
3 Years 1 Month- Oversaw daily operations of group home for individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering a supportive environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance resident well-being.
- Trained staff on best practices for resident support and safety protocols.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations for group home operations, safeguarding resident welfare.
- Acted as a liaison between families, guardians, and agency staff to promote proper communication among all parties involved.
Content Writer/Photographer
11 Years 9 Months- Creating web content Produced visual content to enhance website appeal for Satire Website.
- Utilized analytics tools to monitor content performance and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Utilized analytics tools to track content performance and refine strategies for improved engagement.
Manager
7 Years 4 Months- Oversaw daily operations of rental locations, facilitating seamless service delivery.
- Addressed customer concerns swiftly, maintaining high satisfaction levels.
- Led daily operations, ensuring fleet availability and optimal vehicle maintenance.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and retention rates.
- Oversaw staff training programs, improving employee performance and service delivery.
Community Outreach Coordinator
1 Year- Built partnerships with local organizations to enhance community engagement and support.
- Developed and implemented community engagement strategies to foster relationships with stakeholders.
- Coordinated outreach programs to raise awareness about child welfare initiatives.
- Led training sessions for volunteers, enhancing program effectiveness and participant involvement.
Education
Associates Of Arts Degree - Child Psychology
Certified Addiction Technician - Addiction Counseling
Comprehensive Case Manager Certification - Case Management
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Skills
Client assessments
Behavior management
Resource coordination
Community collaboration
Grant writing
Emergency response
Microsoft Office
Deadline management
Interviewing
Adaptability to change
Conflict resolution
Multicultural competence
Communication skills
Accomplishments
- Assisted 20 clients find transitional or permanent housing
- Developed behavioral plans for DD/ID clients that allowed three of them to transition from group home to independent living.
- Increased car and truck rental and sales from $26,000 to $61,000 in 3 years.
- Created communication/ signing strategy and authored the Memorandum of Understanding between River Bridge Child Center and Rio Blanco, Pitkin and Eagle Counties.
- Developed Child Sexual Abuse, and Child Safety presentations for community, education, volunteer recruitment and fundraising.
- Award winning writer for Enterprise Feature and Breaking News Writing.
Certification
- Crisis Intervention, State of Colorado Behavioral Health Administration - [2026]
- Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality, State of Colorado Department of Health, 2026
- Stalking Prevention, Stalking Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center (SPARC), 2025
Timeline
Case Manager/Community Navigator
Recovery Resources
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
Group Home Manager
Mountain Valley Developmental Services
09.2019 - 10.2022Read More
Manager
Budget Truck & Car Rentals
01.2012 - 05.2019Read More
Content Writer/Photographer
James Blatter Creative Productions
01.2011 - 10.2022Read More
Community Outreach Coordinator
Childhelp RiverBridge Center
01.2010 - 01.2011Read More
Commission For Case Manager Certification
Comprehensive Case Manager Certification from Case Management
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Colorado Mountain College
Associates Of Arts Degree from Child Psychology
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Colorado Counselor Training
Certified Addiction Technician from Addiction Counseling
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Regis University
Bachelor of Arts from Journalism
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