Jeremiah Bermejo
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Experienced Case Planner/Manager and Child Protective Specialist committed to empowering individuals within mental health, social services, and child welfare to achieve their goals. With a background as a Youth Peer Advocate and Individual Habilitation Specialist/Assistant, I bring a well-rounded perspective to supporting vulnerable populations. Skilled in driving positive outcomes, I excel at facilitating client success through proactive teamwork, strategic planning, and efficient case management. Known for my ability to streamline workflows, I prioritize client-centered solutions, continuously improving processes to ensure optimal results. Adaptable and dedicated, I thrive in dynamic, goal-oriented environments, ensuring the safety and well-being of those I serve.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Specialist
Administration of Children’s Services
Staten Island, NY
12.2024 - Current
- Investigate and Assess Child Safety: Respond to reports of abuse or neglect, conduct interviews, and assess family situations to determine the child’s safety and well-being
- Develop and Monitor Case Plans: Create plans to address family needs, provide support, and ensure progress through regular follow-ups and home visits
- Court and Legal Involvement: Prepare case reports, testify in court, and recommend protective actions, such as child removal or foster care placement
- Collaborate with Agencies and Provide Resources: Work with other professionals and organizations to provide families with necessary services and resources for improvement
- Advocate and Ensure Child Welfare: Advocate for the best interests of the child, maintain cultural sensitivity, and stay current with training and legal requirements
Assistant Manager Trainee
Second Generation Flooring
Staten Island, NY
01.2014 - Current
- Assisted in a family-owned business by aiding in construction and flooring cleanup, maintenance, installments, cost calculations and payroll management
- Maintained high levels of efficiency during training by taking detailed notes and asking questions
Case Manager (Outreach)
Breaking Ground
New York, NY
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Manage a temporary caseload of up to 25 clients, providing essential services such as assessments, benefits assistance, and support in achieving housing and recovery goals
- Facilitate connections to psychiatric, medical, and substance use treatment services as needed with support from the supervisors
- Assist clients in obtaining identification, public benefits, and income sources, and provide support in the housing application process
- Maintain accurate records, meet weekly with clients, and intervene in crisis situations as necessary
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support clients during the temporary assignment
Individual Habilitation Specialist/Assistant
A Very Special Place
Staten Island, NY
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Under the supervision of a Program Director, I as an 'IHS' provide support to disabled clients and help them live independently
- I evaluate how well each person can cope with or adapt to living in the community and autonomously taking part in communal life
- Essential job duties include developing care plans for individuals, documenting daily activities, conducting monthly summaries for client programs, and tracking client goal progress
- As a member of the Habilitation Team, with supervision and guidance from care managers and program directors, I participate in the development of staff action plans for individuals
Case Planner/Manager
Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services
Staten Island, NY
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including weekly progress notes in CONNECTIONS and data entry into PROMIS.
- Advocate for cultural, racial, gender equity, and diversity by leveraging family strengths and values.
- Empower families to solve problems independently and access necessary resources through community collaboration.
- Use empathy to engage with families, ensuring timely task completion and effective supervision for support.
- Conduct safety and risk assessments, monitor living conditions, and provide casework counseling to families.
- Facilitate access to specialized services and collaborate with external professionals (e.g., schools, healthcare providers, CPS).
- Maintain accurate documentation, including progress notes and Family Assessment Service Plan Reports (FASP).
- Participate in ongoing training, quality improvement projects, and Family Team Conferences (FTCs) to coordinate family support.
Youth Peer Advocate
The Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services
Staten Island, NY
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Youth ACT Team: Focuses on improving functional impairments and severe symptomatology in youth with mental illness or emotional disturbance, emphasizing family functioning for health, stability, and reintegration post-residential treatment
- Youth ACT Peer Advocate: Part of a multi-disciplinary team providing individualized clinical treatment, family psychoeducation, and skills development for children (ages 10-21) at risk of or returning from high-end services, collaborating with other service providers, and requiring evening availability and on-call coverage
Behavior Technician
A Friendly Face: Autism Treatment Center
Staten Island, NY
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisting behavior analysts to implement behavior reduction and skill acquisition treatment plans
- Assist patients with day-to-day activities, monitor their behavior, record and collect data on patients' progress, and communicate with clients
Cashier and Sales Associate
The Emporium Wine Shop
New York, NY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed various Sales Associate, Stocking, Delivery, and Cash Register activities
- Cross referencing wine and spirit statistics and flavor profiles to match the pallets of the consumer
- Stocked shelves and fridge and create/maintain store displays
- Receiving and checking wine and liquor deliveries
- Performed general cleaning maintenance at the store, including dusting shelves, sweeping, and mopping floors
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY05.2023
Nurse Aid- CNA -
TIA School of Allied Health
11.2022
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Documentation Skills
- Self-Awareness
- Service Plans
- Safety Assessments
- Youth Peer Advocacy- Provisional Credentialed
- Family Collaboration
- Community Resource Navigation
- Motivated Team Player
- Computer Literate
- Quick learner
- Basic Life Support
- Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R)
- CANS NY 20 6-21
- Family Assessment
Accomplishments
- CANS NY 2.0 6-21, 01/31/24
- YPA Provisional Credentialed
Internship/Externship
- Isabella Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care; 12/22: Provided exceptional care as a CNA extern in a Nursing Facility. Conducted vital signs and aided patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility- ensured patient comfort by making beds as needed.
- Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health; 07/22-08/22: Assisted in the operations of the telemetry unit at SIUH by promptly responding to patient call bells and delivering meal services Printed and copied EKG reports efficiently. Maintained organized filing systems. Conducted pharmacy runs under the direction of the charge nurse and LPN.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Child Protective Specialist
Administration of Children’s Services
12.2024 - Current
Case Manager (Outreach)
Breaking Ground
08.2024 - 09.2024
Youth Peer Advocate
The Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services
10.2023 - 04.2024
Case Planner/Manager
Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services
10.2023 - 05.2024
Individual Habilitation Specialist/Assistant
A Very Special Place
06.2023 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
A Friendly Face: Autism Treatment Center
03.2023 - 08.2023
Cashier and Sales Associate
The Emporium Wine Shop
09.2019 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager Trainee
Second Generation Flooring
01.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
College of Staten Island
Nurse Aid- CNA -
TIA School of Allied Health
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