James M. Harrison, Jr.
Shrewsbury,MA
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Program Associate /Special Projects Coordinator
Advocates For Human Potential
02.2022 - Current
- Managed caseload of 90 participants effectively, ensuring timely follow-ups and regular progress updates for each participant.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize participant outcomes and achieve lasting recovery success.
- Streamlined processes for efficient case management, reducing administrative workload and allowing for more focused participant support.
- Act as liaison between community and recovery support services
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
Senior Case Manager
Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services
08.2018 - Current
- Provide intensive outreach and home-based services in Western Massachusetts area and manage caseload of 18+ clients
- Improve access to services for families at high risk for child abuse and/or neglect
- Provide referral and follow-up for services assessed as need by program participants
- Attend all DCF utilization review meetings and case conferences
- Provide monthly written report and billing to DCF and MLKFS as required
- Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and DCF standards
Senior Pastor
Southern Baptist Church
12.2014 - Current
- Increased church membership by 60% in 4 Years
- Plan and conduct worship services, write sermons and work with key church leaders to carry out church mission
- Establish and managed church budget of $250,000 per year
- Provide crisis response and counseling to church members
- Officiate special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services
- Work as director of Youth and Young Adults for United Baptist Convention of Ma, NH, & RI overseeing youth ministries for 45 churches in tri-state area
Paths to Empowerment Administrator
City Of Worcester
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Facilitator of 3 week (60 Hour) Paths to Empowerment job readiness program, training 15-20 participants each session
- Create resume' and cover letter for each participant in program
- Maintain participants folders and input information into statewide database
- Coordinate with career counselors and career center staff to aid participants in finding employment or training programs
- Work with director of IT to aid employees with technology needs and setting up web conferences
- Gathered information about useful resources and helped coordinate referrals and increase participant participation in other programs
Clinical Case Manager
Gandara Center Continuum
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Provided case management services to youth and young adults in DCF or DMH system, and managed case load of 10+ clients
- Supported youth with various mental health diagnoses (ADHD, PTSD, OCD, etc.)
- Collaborated with clinician, occupational therapist and social worker to support youth
- Met with school team and attend all IEP meetings to advocate for Child and family needs
- Established training program for new peer mentors and case managers upon hire
- Facilitated groups for multiple youth around social skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Religious Studies
Tabernacle Bible College & Seminary
Brandon, FL06.2016
High School Diploma -
Springfield Central High School
Springfield, Ma06.2008
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Individualized counseling
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Staff training
- Public Speaking
- Case Management
- Mentoring
- Microsoft office proficiency
Certification
- CCAR Recovery Coach Certification
- Gathering & Inspiring Future Talent (GIFT) Certified Mentor Trainer
- Notary Public
- Ordained Pastor
Timeline
Senior Program Associate /Special Projects Coordinator
Advocates For Human Potential
02.2022 - Current
Paths to Empowerment Administrator
City Of Worcester
02.2019 - 02.2022
Senior Case Manager
Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services
08.2018 - Current
Clinical Case Manager
Gandara Center Continuum
05.2015 - 12.2019
Senior Pastor
Southern Baptist Church
12.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Religious Studies
Tabernacle Bible College & Seminary
High School Diploma -
Springfield Central High School