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Morgan Grier

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Seeking a position working with at risk youth and/or young adults. Dedicated youth advocate professional eager to leverage principles, theories and best practices. Strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with youth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Life Set Specialist

Youth Villages
09.2023 - Current
  • Carry a maximum caseload of 8-10 young adults
  • Meet with the young adult a minimum of one time per week, increasing and decreasing as directed by the Clinical Supervisor on the basis of clinical need
  • Provide on call crisis support to the client 24 hours a day 7 days a week (alternating on-call duties)
  • Provide accurate and complete information to Clinical Supervisor in a timely manner in the event of a crisis
  • Implement suggestions of interventions provided by supervisor and / or consultant in a timely manner to be reflected in the next treatment plan cycle
  • Participate weekly in all supervision exercises to ensure the appropriate conceptualization and implementation of treatment
  • Provide all therapeutic services in accordance with Youth Villages’ Mission and Values and LifeSet Model Principles
  • Conduct on-going assessment of the young adult’s needs from a strength focused, solution-based perspective
  • Engage and align with the young adult and their support system to elicit full participation in treatment

Health & Wellness Advocate

Education Service District Of Spokane County
01.2023 - 07.2023

Reason for leaving - relocated to Raleigh

  • Supported girls in or at risk of entering the juvenile detention system to provide mentorship, skill building, and referrals to eliminate offences
  • Implemented evidence -cased curriculum
  • Created intake and data collection processes
  • Built relationships with other community resources in order to best serve clients
  • Provided direct service to girls that have been identified
  • Provided training to county employee’s working in juvenile detention to increase knowledge and skills.
  • Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
  • Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
  • Participated in community outreach activities to promote health education initiatives.
  • Collaborated with other health professionals to provide comprehensive health education services.

Crosswalk Youth Shelter Supervisor

Volunteers Of America
05.2021 - 01.2023

Reason for leaving - accepted promotional opportunity

  • Supervised 15-20 shelter employees
  • Responsible for day to day operations
  • Develop and maintain relationships with local organizations to provide additional resources to youth
  • Create and maintain an environment that reflects positive youth development
  • Report and provide data monthly/ as needed to funders
  • Assist in the reunification of youth and their families
  • Crisis intervention
  • Ensured licensing compliance
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs.
  • Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.

Independent Youth Housing Program Case Manager

Volunteers Of America
09.2020 - 05.2021

Reason for leaving - accepted promotional opportunity

  • Responsible for implementing the program per contract guidelines and for providing rental assistance and intensive case management for foster youth between the ages of 18-23
  • Engage with youth and support them in learning skills to become self-sufficient with the ultimate goal of maintaining unsubsidized housing
  • Provide services to program youth with an approach and utilizing Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing techniques in both individual and group settings
  • Arrange and facilitate interviews for clients seeking enrollment into the program
  • Enter program youth into the homeless client management information system; meeting all due dates and timelines
  • Develop relationships with local landlords and housing authorities in order to secure apartment opportunities for program youth
  • Plan, organize and facilitate regular group events for youth, including roommate facilitation meetings, budgeting/savings meetings, and community building events
  • Teach youth independent living skills in an individual setting to support self- sufficiency
  • Assist youth in reaching their personal goals
  • Support youth in maintaining their housing and monitor their housing status
  • Provide financial literacy training to help youth acquire economic self-sufficiency
  • Evaluate each program youth’s eligibility and compliance with program policies and procedures.
  • Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.

Community Based Housing Case Manager

Volunteers Of America
06.2020 - 09.2020

Reason for leaving - transferred to Youth Housing Program

  • Supported the mission of Volunteers of America by assisting chronically homeless individuals to independence by working within CBH program and delivering direct services to program participants in order to help them adapt to housing, living independently, program policies, and the rights and responsibilities of landlord tenant law in Washington State
  • Utilizes all aspects of Housing First, Harm Reduction, Person-centered case management, and Strengths Perspective
  • Determines needs and identify strengths of each participant in order to prepare them to reach their desired level of independence
  • Assist CBH program participants in obtaining resources
  • Collaborate and coordinate services with mental health, medical and other services providers to ensure participants' needs are being met
  • Assist leadership in facilitating all move-ins and move-outs for All supportive housing units
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and staff according to VOA and CBH program requirements.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.

Young Adult Housing Program Case Manager

Catholic Charities
08.2019 - 06.2020

Reason for leaving - relocated to Spokane

  • Responsible for implementing the program per contract guidelines and for providing rental assistance and intensive case management for program youth between the ages of 18-24
  • Provide services to program youth with an approach and utilizing Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing techniques
  • Arrange and facilitate interviews for clients seeking enrollment into the program
  • Enter program youth into homeless client management information system; meeting all due dates and timelines
  • Develop relationships with local landlords and housing authorities in order to secure apartment opportunities for program youth
  • Plan, organize and facilitate regular group events for youth, including roommate facilitation meetings, budgeting/savings meetings, and community building events
  • Teach youth independent living skills in an individual setting to support self- sufficient
  • Support youth in maintaining their housing and monitor their housing status
  • Provide financial literacy training to help youth acquire economic self-sufficiency
  • Evaluate each program youth’s eligibility and compliance with program policies and procedures
  • Educate program youth on tenant/landlord rights and responsibilities.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.

Care Visitation Facilitator

Better Futures Together
07.2017 - 08.2019

Reason for leaving - accepted promotion opportunity in Yakima, WA

  • Provided transport to foster youth to and from court ordered visitation
  • Observed and documented interactions during visit according to visitation guidelines
  • Submitted all required documentation meeting quality & deadline requirements
  • Built rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Columbia Basin Community College
08.2016 - 06.2017

Reason for leaving - relocated to Spokane, WA

  • Led practice sessions with players practicing drills, honing techniques and scrimmaging to put practiced skills into play.
  • Assisted in developing student-athletes to fullest potential and performing under pressure.
  • Coordinated with head coach and experienced players to develop curriculum and play book.
  • Assisted and advised students on academic issues and goals.
  • Counseled athletes on conflict resolution techniques and anger management to improve on-court and off-court behaviors.


Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Child Services

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
03.2019

General Studies

Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA

Skills

  • Experienced in implementing & using positive youth development and trauma informed care principles
  • Staff Management & Supervision
  • Crisis intervention & de-escalation
  • Resource advocacy & referral coordination
  • Care Plan Development
  • Home Visits
  • HIPPA Guidelines
  • Public Presentations
  • Proficient in multiple client data bases

Additional Information

  • Valid Washington State Drives License & Auto Insurance
  • CPR, Adult & Pediatrics, AED & First Aid Certified
  • Blood Borne Pathogens Certified

Timeline

Life Set Specialist

Youth Villages
09.2023 - Current

Health & Wellness Advocate

Education Service District Of Spokane County
01.2023 - 07.2023

Crosswalk Youth Shelter Supervisor

Volunteers Of America
05.2021 - 01.2023

Independent Youth Housing Program Case Manager

Volunteers Of America
09.2020 - 05.2021

Community Based Housing Case Manager

Volunteers Of America
06.2020 - 09.2020

Young Adult Housing Program Case Manager

Catholic Charities
08.2019 - 06.2020

Care Visitation Facilitator

Better Futures Together
07.2017 - 08.2019

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Columbia Basin Community College
08.2016 - 06.2017

Bachelor’s Degree - Child Services

Eastern Washington University

General Studies

Columbia Basin College
Morgan Grier