Mary Hammond
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Compassionate career navigator with a proven track record at Career Resources, adept at fostering relationships and providing emotional support to underrepresented populations. Skilled in workforce development and documentation, I excel in creating and supporting individualized employment plans that empower clients to achieve self-sufficiency and meaningful opportunities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
JFES Career Navigators
Career Resources
04.2025 - Current
- Addressed barriers faced by underrepresented populations in accessing meaningful employment opportunities.
- Utilized CT Hires effectively for tracking client progress, maintaining up-to-date case notes, and generating insightful reports on program impact indicators.
- Work directly with clients to assess needs leading to self-sufficiency, based on a centralized database and stated needs.
- Develop an individualized employment plan in partnership with the customer, which identifies strengths, weaknesses and barriers, as well as identifies specific goals and activities.
WIOA/Peer Recovery Navigator
Career Resources
02.2022 - 04.2025
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and outcomes, contributing to program evaluation efforts.
- Provided ongoing support to clients during their job search process, offering motivation and constructive feedback as needed.
- Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
- Conducting preliminary interviews, assessing eligibility, and evaluating needs.
Care Manager
Private Duty Healthcare
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Developed strong rapport with patient and family through listening and compassionate communication techniques.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary by assessing risk levels promptly addressing safety concerns collaboratively with the treatment team.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
Education
Certificate - Peer Recovery
CCAR
Hartford, CT09.2023
High School Diploma - General Studies
Pomperauge High School
Southbury, CT06.1999
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship building
- Emotional support
- Documentation
- Individual counseling
- Workforce development
- Professional development training
- Career mentoring
- Outreach programs
- Workshops
- Effective listening
Certification
CPRS
ICPR
Patient Care Tech
Timeline
JFES Career Navigators
Career Resources
04.2025 - Current
WIOA/Peer Recovery Navigator
Career Resources
02.2022 - 04.2025
Care Manager
Private Duty Healthcare
01.2019 - 01.2022
Certificate - Peer Recovery
CCAR
High School Diploma - General Studies
Pomperauge High School