Dynamic, affable, and driven; Human Services professional seeking to concentrate efforts towards customer service and support. Two and a half years of Human services experiences gained across multiple services roles, implementing a person-centered approach in achieving solutions. 9+ years of customer service experience performed across a variety of roles, meeting both company and customer expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intake and Outreach Case Aide
Mental Health Association In Orange County
06.2023 - Current
Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
Conducted pre-qualifying screening for incoming participants
Conducted intake process per agency standards
Fulfilled case management tasks to meet onboarding clients' needs.
Crisis Counselor
Mental Health Association Of Orange County, NY
10.2021 - 06.2023
Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
Used skills such as motivational interviewing and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
Counseled and helped to stabilize consumers and caregivers in crisis situations.
Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
Assessed student issues pertaining to depression, anxiety and physical abuse to resolve conflicts between students, peers and teachers.
Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow and restraints.
Internet/Phone Repair Representative
Spectrum
03.2020 - 07.2021
Handled customers with internet repair troubleshooting needs in fast-paced setting in coordination with solid team of 25 customer service associates.
Interfaced remotely with customer equipment, assisted with email navigation, deployed multilateral approaches to ensure customer satisfaction
Customer advocacy
Compulsory notetaking to explicate interactions with customers
Used a multitude of tools to diagnose internet issues
Provided clarity to customers regarding services and eligible promotions
Exercised de-escalation of customers in conflict
Provided self-help resources to customers
Participated in meetings for ongoing procedural and policy changes; provided proactive support, guidance and advice to fellow employees
Care Coordinator
Life Plan
12.2019 - 02.2020
Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
Updated policies and procedures, leading continuous improvement of resident assessments and care.
Worked collaboratively with multiple agencies to support individuals with disabilities maintain and secure benefits
Assisted clients in achieving life satisfaction; aided in fostering positive life decisions and goals
Documented all interactions with participants; curated a Life Plan with supervisor oversight to comply with OPWDD standards and expectations
Assistant SEMP Coordinator
Crystal Run Village, Inc.
03.2019 - 12.2019
Worked collaboratively with the department coordinator in executing departmental functions
Provided oversight to a team of four job coaches; ensured submission of time-sensitive documentation adhered to company policies and HIPAA regulations
Coordinated appointments, meetings, and conferences with population served and its additional supports (family, support staff, care coordinators)
Wrote, proofread and revised service plans written on behalf of the needs of each individual served
Facilitated Job Readiness classes for served population; used supplemental worksheets, presentations, and public speaking techniques to teach classes with approximately twelve participants
Job Coach
Crystal Run Village, Inc.
06.2018 - 12.2019
Oversaw and managed individuals with developmental disabilities in an occupational and volunteer environments
Provided person-centered services for people seeking employment within the competitive job market
Provided supportive services for people maintaining competitive employment through the provision of social engagement, behavioral modeling, stress management, encouragement and transportation
Worked cooperatively with additional support staff to collaboratively improve services rendered, using an interdisciplinary approach
Provided additional employment services to improve peoples' work-related skills and knowledge (e.g, interview practice, job shadowing, dressing for success, Job Readiness Training)
Maintained consistent, legible documentation for all services rendered at the time of service; ensured all documentation was submitted in a timely manner
Conducted Job Development activities to establish networks with employers across the Orange and Sullivan Counties, as well as contacts for volunteer opportunities within multiple communities
Maintained and coordinated schedule to accommodate caseload needs on a weekly basis; created and adapted to adjustments when needed
Assisted coworkers with caseload support; covered shifts for other Job Coaches in need of assistance
Maintained professional in all aspects of fulfilled role; took responsibility for all actions, maintained a positive and prosocial rapport with work peers, etc
Maintain allegiance to HIPAA privacy standards throughout all means of communication
Food Court Teammate
Price Chopper Supermarkets
11.2017 - 06.2018
Provided courteous, enthusiastic, professional customer service to all store guests
Conformed to safe food handling expectations
Maintained a safe, sanitary work environment at all times
Ensured food was prepared according to its required temperature guidelines
Provided direct customer service through floor sales
Conducted money transactions using a cash register
Assisted guests outside of department to find grocery items
Maintained logs on an hourly basis
Health Educator
Maternal Infant Services Network
03.2016 - 11.2017
Implemented an evidence-based program designed to decrease incidences of teen pregnancy and improve college enrollment in high risk school districts (grades 6&7)
Conducted after-school program for boys ages 9-12 aimed at providing a safe environment for youth to explore self-confidence strategies
Ensured the cleanliness of spaces used for activities conducted
Chaperoned for students participating in outings and activities
Modified curricula to meet the needs of children participating in programs; rewrite sections to make them more presentable
Met with supervisor for job instruction and assessment
Maintained travel logs and traveled throughout Orange and Sullivan Counties
Maintained alliances with health teachers across multiple school districts; worked collaboratively to improve the educational experience
Produce Clerk
Nature's Pantry
01.2015 - 05.2016
Updated signage to reflect current prices and help promote target merchandise
Prepared products for sales floor by adding tags and readying pallets or restocking
Helped customers complete purchases, including processing payments and bagging items
Assisted customers based on currently available product, promotional and policy information
Pleasantly helped customers by finding requested items, boosting store revenues and improving retention rates
Secured products when transporting to different areas of store to prevent merchandise damage
Ensured that the work environment was kept safe, neat and clean at all times
Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing all work surfaces and equipment
Call Center Representative
NexxLinx
04.2014 - 09.2014
Assisted customers book golf tee times using GolfNow website
Addressed and assisted customers in managing technical issues when booking tee times
Educated clients on how to navigate company systems and work within established frameworks to obtain desired services
Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints
Food Court Teammate
Price Chopper Supermarkets
07.2007 - 03.2014
Provided customer service through direct sales at cash register
Prepared hot food items for consumption
Sanitized and maintained department grounds and equipment
Recorded data on prepared food items; monitored and maintained temperatures of food items for safe consumption
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
State University Of New York At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
2013
Skills
Adaptable to change
Job Developing; transforming volunteer experiences into meaningful work capabilities
Background in substance abuse, dual diagnoses
Unparalleled writing proficiency
Conflict resolution
Capable of working independently and in groups
Case planning
Disadvantaged youth programs
Case management
Highly skilled in networking; creating community connections
Class/Program facilitation
Proficient in eVero digitalAgency data entry software
Customer service
Consumer relations
Intake interviews and assessment
Certification
ASIST Suicide Prevention Training, 2022
SafeCare Suicide Training, 2022
References
Aysha Webster (845) 313-8449
Vincent Sisco (845) 401-4768
James Wright (845) 527-9861
Timeline
Intake and Outreach Case Aide
Mental Health Association In Orange County
06.2023 - Current
Crisis Counselor
Mental Health Association Of Orange County, NY
10.2021 - 06.2023
Internet/Phone Repair Representative
Spectrum
03.2020 - 07.2021
Care Coordinator
Life Plan
12.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant SEMP Coordinator
Crystal Run Village, Inc.
03.2019 - 12.2019
Job Coach
Crystal Run Village, Inc.
06.2018 - 12.2019
Food Court Teammate
Price Chopper Supermarkets
11.2017 - 06.2018
Health Educator
Maternal Infant Services Network
03.2016 - 11.2017
Produce Clerk
Nature's Pantry
01.2015 - 05.2016
Call Center Representative
NexxLinx
04.2014 - 09.2014
Food Court Teammate
Price Chopper Supermarkets
07.2007 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
State University Of New York At New Paltz
ASIST Suicide Prevention Training, 2022
SafeCare Suicide Training, 2022
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