Mentoring
Experienced professional with 30 years in social services, program management, and community outreach. Specializes in developing, implementing, and managing community-based programs for diverse populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, veterans, and at-risk youth. Expertise includes fostering partnerships with local agencies, creating culturally competent resources, and utilizing effective communication strategies to build trust and positive relationships with community stakeholders. Adept at managing outreach efforts, organizing events, and overseeing volunteers. Skilled in coordinating multi-faceted initiatives that drive engagement and meaningful connections. Committed to diversity and inclusion, aims to leverage background in social work and community outreach to support the mission and values of VMRC in creating a vibrant and supportive regional center community.
• Provided comprehensive care coordination services to members enrolled in the Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN) health plan.
• Routinely communicated with members to assess their needs; developed, monitored, and evaluated treatment plan progress; and assisted with coordinating care and referring to appropriate services for members who had moderate to complex medical and psychosocial needs.
• Created partnerships with community health and social services partners and health care providers facilitating care management meetings to ensure that the most complex situations were coordinated across partner organizations while the aggregate needs of the residents were supported through evidence-based practices. Helped residents address needs, achieve their self-identified goals, and support their ability to safely age in place.
Mentoring
Volunteering
Traveling
Spending time with family
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
Housing The Homeless System (HTH)
Case Management Software
Repository System (VA)
SQUARES System (VA)
Virtual Communication Platforms (Zoom, Teams)