Highly motivated professional with a primary mission of enhancing the well-being and basic complex needs of all people, with a particular focus on vulnerable and special populations. Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Clerk
City of Newark, Division of Rent Control
Newark
03.2024 - Current
Advocated and represented citizens petitioning for rental adjustments at board hearings, assessed and monitored the permitted rent increases allowed on an individual basis and processed and registered all properties that are legally required under city guidelines.
Clinical Case Manager
The Apostle's House
Newark
03.2021 - 10.2022
Developed, recommended, and reviewed treatment goals with clients and their families while managing a team of case managers serving a vulnerable community. Provided clients with successful skills, goals, and behaviors that were necessary to recover from their addiction and homelessness.
Case Manager
St. Clare's Social Services
Newark
11.2019 - 03.2021
Worked closely with formerly incarcerated individuals, dealing with the obstacles of navigating society, substance abuse and homelessness issues. Recommended and developed treatment plans and skills to enhance clients mental health, combat recidivism, and ensure successful rehoming of individuals.
Education
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
05-2024
Bachelor of Science -
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
01.2022
Skills
Ability to identify and correlate with special populations
Strategic planning
Crisis-Intervention
Change management
Conflict resolution
Detail-oriented
Bilingual Spanish speaking
Ability to lead or proceed under direction
Typing speed of 120 WPM
Volunteer Experience
North Jersey Community Research Initiative: Counseling and guiding LGBT youth and young adults suffering from rejection and homelessness.
Project Salon: Counseling and providing emotional support to women suffering from homelessness as a result of domestic violence and substance abuse.
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