Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Volunteer

MELISSA WILLIAMSON

La Grande,Oregon

Summary

Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing more than 10+ years of expertise in social service work for non-profit and not for-profit sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in MS Word, Microsoft Excel, and Google Docs. Dedicated Social Worker offering 10+ years of counseling and crisis intervention expertise. Offering comprehensive background in social services and resource coordination, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to provide appropriate resources. Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients. Attentive social service specialist with background providing professional observation, assessment and individualized services. Seasoned at teaching skills to boost quality of life and promote positive interactions. Focused on delivering and propelling seamless care through consultation with caregivers. Poised advocate with experience in service coordination and support. Expert at conducting assessments, developing individualized care plans, and coordinating referrals. Upbeat and encouraging with attention on modeling and coaching appropriate behavior and practices.

Work History

Assistant Administrator

New Roads

Crisis Advocate/ Volunteer Coordinator

Safe Harbors

Volunteer Coordinator

Heart n’ Home Hospice and Palliative Care, LLC

Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator

Northeast Oregon Housing Authority

Youth Development Specialist

La Grande School District

Group Life Coordinator 2

River Bend Youth Correctional Facility

Youth in Transition Liaison

LGSD

Union County Juvenile Department

Practicum Student

La Grande School District and Shelter From the Storm

Volunteer

Tutor

Disability Services Department, Eastern Oregon University

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology Concentration in Social Welfare..

Eastern Oregon University
06.2012

Skills

  • Research
  • Decision-Making
  • Organizational Skills
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Networking
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Team building
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Verbal Communication
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Attention to Detail
  • Active Listening

Timeline

Assistant Administrator

New Roads

Crisis Advocate/ Volunteer Coordinator

Safe Harbors

Volunteer Coordinator

Heart n’ Home Hospice and Palliative Care, LLC

Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator

Northeast Oregon Housing Authority

Youth Development Specialist

La Grande School District

Group Life Coordinator 2

River Bend Youth Correctional Facility

Youth in Transition Liaison

LGSD

Union County Juvenile Department

Practicum Student

La Grande School District and Shelter From the Storm

Volunteer

Tutor

Disability Services Department, Eastern Oregon University

Bachelor of Science - Sociology Concentration in Social Welfare..

Eastern Oregon University
MELISSA WILLIAMSON