Kalon Fleming
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Compassionate Domestic Violence Victim Advocate with significant experience providing crisis intervention, counseling, and legal advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse. Strong skills in multi-agency collaboration, safety planning, and case management have served to empower clients towards self-sufficiency. Demonstrated impact through increased client access to resources and improved understanding of rights and options. Excel in empathy, active listening, and communication to support victims effectively through challenging situations. Possess strong abilities in assessing individual needs, designing tailored intervention plans, and facilitating community resources to address complex challenges.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Domestic Violence Advocate
Asha Family Services
Milwaukee, WI
01.2024 - Current
- Attended trainings related to best practices in working with survivors of domestic violence.
- Provided court accompaniment for victims who had to testify in criminal trials related to their experiences with domestic abuse.
- Advised victims on obtaining restraining orders against perpetrators of abuse.
- Served as a liaison between social service agencies and the courts when needed.
- Offered referrals to appropriate community resources based on individual needs.
- Assisted survivors in accessing housing, financial assistance, medical care, mental health services, childcare services, job training programs.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive service plans for clients affected by domestic violence.
- Provided crisis intervention and counseling to individuals, couples, and families in domestic violence situations.
- Provided advocacy services for victims during hospital stays or court proceedings.
- Assisted survivors with filing police reports or other legal documents as necessary.
- Maintained contact with clients through telephone calls or home visits to provide support.
- Conducted safety assessments and provided safety planning strategies to survivors of domestic violence.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss various aspects of individual cases.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel to ensure appropriate follow-up actions were taken in cases involving domestic violence.
- Maintained detailed records regarding client progress and treatment plans using an electronic database system.
- Monitored compliance with court orders issued against abusers.
- Coordinated activities that promoted awareness about domestic violence issues within the community.
- Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
- Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
- Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
- Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.
- Performed psychosocial assessments and documented casework.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Assisted homeless clients with procuring mental health support and other various community resources.
- Maintained and developed community relationships to support various client referrals.
- Improved outcomes and successes by utilizing multidisciplinary risk identification and management in care planning.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care.
- Visited clients at residences to assist courts with custody decisions and conduct home study assessments.
- Encouraged and motivated clients to develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Implemented and formulated tailored treatment plans with needs evaluation and patient psychosocial functioning.
Imaging Assistant
Trinity Health
Muskegon , MI
10.2012 - 10.2023
- Performed clerical duties such as filing and photocopying.
- Maintained the imaging database and ensured accuracy of information.
- Prepared patient charts for imaging procedures.
- Assisted patients in preparing for imaging exams by providing instructions on positioning, breathing techniques.
- Processed film images using digital computer systems and special software applications.
- Reported any malfunctions or issues with imaging equipment to supervisor and manager.
- Provided assistance with patient transport between departments for exams and treatments.
- Performed daily maintenance activities on imaging equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in all areas within the radiology department.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when operating radiation-producing machines.
- Stocked shelves with new supplies as needed.
- Executed clerical duties by answering telephones, screening calls, scanning and filing documents and data entry.
- Scanned patient demographic information in computer to link to radiology imaging.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in the radiology department.
- Provided support services to other departments upon request.
- Facilitated quick room turnover with proper cleaning of X-ray and MRI rooms using approved disinfecting solutions.
- Monitored radiologist reports in EMR system to promptly deliver correct patient charts.
- Escorted patients for imaging examinations to facility's radiology diagnostic area.
- Stocked supplies in imaging rooms and maintained proper inventory levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI08.2023
Skills
- Shelter arrangements
- Multicultural competence
- Human trafficking awareness
- Self-care strategies
- Legal support
- Stalking intervention
- Elder abuse prevention
- Data collection
- Safety planning
- Substance abuse
- Victim Support Services
- Mental health awareness
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Time Management
- Patient Care
- Team Collaboration
- Caring and Compassionate
- Documentation and Reporting
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Computer Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Strong communication skills
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Legal advocacy
- Client confidentiality
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Self-care practices
- Victim advocacy
- Fundraising strategies
- Psychosocial evaluation
- Multitasking
- Conflict resolution
- Client advocacy
- Experience with at-risk youth
- Human Behavior Understanding
- Effective communication
- Case management
- Post-Trauma Support
- Case assessment
- Needs assessment
- Continuous improvement
- Decision-making
- Clinical assessment
- Trauma-informed care
- Cultural competence
- Problem-solving abilities
- Crisis intervention
- Interpersonal communication
- Vulnerable Population Support
Timeline
Domestic Violence Advocate
Asha Family Services
01.2024 - Current
Imaging Assistant
Trinity Health
10.2012 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Central Michigan University
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