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Jerrie Jordan

Homewood,IL

Summary

Rehabilitation professional with strong track record in counseling and client support. Adept at developing personalized rehabilitation plans, employing therapeutic techniques, and advocating for clients' needs. Focused on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes, adaptable to changing environments. Offers strong communication skills, empathy, and results-driven approach.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Rehabilitation Counselor

State of Illinois Department of Human Services
01.2020 - 01.2023

* Helped individuals with severe disabilities remain in their homes and live as independently as possible preventing premature nursing home placement

* In home visits and comprehensive case management for individuals enrolled in waiver programs such as brain injuries, AIDS and severe disabilities.

Human Service Case Manager

State of Illinois Department of Human Services
01.2016 - 01.2020

* Coordinated social and welfare programs for clients' needs

* Assessed clients need by connecting them to programs and ensuring they received the necessary supports.

* Preformed client assessments

* Developed service plans

* Made Referrals

* Documented case work

* Ensured compliance with program guidelines.

Social Worker

State of Illinois Department of Human Services-Shapiro Center
01.2015 - 01.2016

* Assessed clients needs

* Developed service plans

* Provided counseling and case management

services

* Advocated for community resources

* Maintained clients records

* And participated as a member of the interdisciplinary team meeting.

Living Unit Administration

State of Illinois Department of Human Services
01.2014 - 01.2015

* Supervised a staff of 50 mental health technicians

* Supervised and directed treatment teams

* Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations

* Developed and implemented improvement plans for residential and programmatic units

* Compliance monitoring and responsible for overseeing staff trainings

HIV Counselor

Campaign Urbana Public Health District
02.2009 - 01.2015

* Coordinated services and supports for people living with HIV

* Assisted client with assessing medical treatment, housing and insurance

* Preformed assessments

* Developed service plans

* Assisted with insurance and benefits applications

* Acted as a liaison with Healthcare providers

* And monitored clients progress to promote treatment adherence

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration

Governor's State University
University Park, IL

Master of Science - MSW-Social Work

Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL

Master of Arts - Communications

Governor's State University
University Park, IL

Skills

    Highly skilled social worker who has worked with various populations with a passion for serving oue most vulnerable populations

Timeline

Rehabilitation Counselor

State of Illinois Department of Human Services
01.2020 - 01.2023

Human Service Case Manager

State of Illinois Department of Human Services
01.2016 - 01.2020

Social Worker

State of Illinois Department of Human Services-Shapiro Center
01.2015 - 01.2016

Living Unit Administration

State of Illinois Department of Human Services
01.2014 - 01.2015

HIV Counselor

Campaign Urbana Public Health District
02.2009 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration

Governor's State University

Master of Science - MSW-Social Work

Loyola University Chicago

Master of Arts - Communications

Governor's State University
Jerrie Jordan