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Julee Douglas

Julee Douglas

Juneau,AK

Summary

Dedicated and proactive professional with a proven social services and program development track record. Adept at swiftly identifying optimal solutions for diverse scenarios, independently and collaboratively committed advocate for individuals and families social and economic well-being, skilled in providing guidance and support. Strong communicator and dedicated to inspiring community service and addressing social issues to enhance the quality of life in marginalized communities. Eager to leverage extensive experience in social services for impactful contributions to organizations focused on positive community development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Community Advocate

Tlingit And Haida
Juneau, AK
04.2023 - Current
  • Supported tribal members who experience crime through the process of reporting to the police, filling short-term and long-term protection orders, and custody
  • Made referrals to appropriate services, following up to confirm patients received access to required care.
  • Distributed supportive services information to help individuals enhance their ways of living and achieve self-sufficiency.
  • Organized supporting documentation for individuals under evaluation and coordinated paperwork transfers to correct staff members.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.

Housing and Employment Specialist

Polaris House
08.2022 - Current
  • Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
  • Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities for consumers.
  • Oversaw housing plans for clients to promote timely transition to permanent housing and appropriate usage of housing subsidies.
  • Coordinated with local agencies to provide housing and prevent homelessness, decreasing houselessness .
  • Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs.
  • Assisted applicants in filling out housing applications and verifying assets.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Tides LLC
09.2021 - Current
  • Assist clients experiencing various levels of disabilities to support independence and well-being; including patient hygiene, nutrition, physical fitness and coping techniques
  • Establish and develop a rapport with clients to create a safe and trusting environment for compassionate and patient-focused care
  • Update patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data or observations relevant to treatment planning
  • Handle confidential and sensitive situations in a professional matter.

Public Policy Fellowship

First Alaskan Institute
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Attended legislative and regulatory hearings to report information.
  • Identified, researched, and tracked legislative issues relevant to current public issues.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, and handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Office administration

SUMMER INTERN

First Alaskan Institute & Alaska Children's Trust
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Met with numerous prominent Alaska Native leaders and learned about the history and current struggles of indigenous Alaskans
  • Completed an internship with the Alaska Children’s Trust where I: Conducted investigations to support internal research efforts
  • Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs
  • Contributed to content creation for company website.

Peer Coach

TELEHEALTH PEER COACH
01.2019 - 02.2021

Boulder Care | Portland, OR

• Regularly meet with and assist participants in identifying barriers to achieving sustained recovery and support by empowering them in the recovery management process.

• Assess participant progress, functioning, and recovery stage in collaboration with participants and Care Team members, identifying short/long-term and whole-health goals, and treatment management plans.

• Educate participants about substance use, available support services, treatments, and Boulder Care program components.

• Link participants to appropriate services and community resources to reduce the likelihood of reuse and promote improved health and well-being.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & HOUSE MANAGER

Haven House Juneau
08.2018 - 04.2020
  • Work closely with organizational leadership, including Board of Directors, to strategically affect direction of operations
  • Supervise writing of all grant applications and ensure accuracy of information prior to submission.

HOUSE MANAGER

Haven House Juneau
08.2015 - 08.2018
  • Support a total of 50 residents navigating re-entry and recovery
  • Monitor residents' probation/parole compliance
  • Supervise live-in Night Manager
  • Maintain upkeep and safety of the residential home
  • Maintain weekly food budget
  • Host weekly community-invited meetings
  • Host supporters, mentors from community, and political leaders
  • Collect and process monetary and in-kind public donations
  • Implement conflict resolution policies
  • Maintain familiarity with community resources and services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Alaska
01.1997

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Collaborations and teamwork
  • Organized
  • Crisis intervention
  • Client problem-solving/goals
  • Community integration
  • Solution-oriented
  • Patient/case documentation
  • Community referrals
  • Policies and procedures
  • Leadership and teamwork
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Calendar Management

Certification

Recovery Coach (McShin 2015)
Recovery Residence Manager (Recovery People 2017)
Peer Support Specialist (State of Virginia 2018)
How to train the trainers (McShin recovery coach training for trainers 2018)
CDC 1 Training (RADACT 2019)
Natural Peer Support Training (Ionia 2019)
WHAM Facilitator Training (Ionia 2020)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Company Culture401k matchWork-life balancePaid time off4-day work weekPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursWork from home option

Timeline

Advanced Community Advocate

Tlingit And Haida
04.2023 - Current

Housing and Employment Specialist

Polaris House
08.2022 - Current

Public Policy Fellowship

First Alaskan Institute
01.2022 - 04.2022

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Tides LLC
09.2021 - Current

SUMMER INTERN

First Alaskan Institute & Alaska Children's Trust
06.2021 - 08.2021

Peer Coach

TELEHEALTH PEER COACH
01.2019 - 02.2021

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & HOUSE MANAGER

Haven House Juneau
08.2018 - 04.2020

HOUSE MANAGER

Haven House Juneau
08.2015 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Alaska
Julee Douglas