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J’Nada Williams

Huntsville,AL

Summary

Results-driven social and community service professional with extensive experience in social work, specializing in crisis management and care coordination. Proven track record of establishing trust with vulnerable populations while managing high caseloads. Achievements include significantly increasing community engagement through strategic outreach initiatives and collaborative partnerships. Core competencies include advocacy, stakeholder engagement, innovative problem-solving, and tailored resource allocation to enhance client well-being and empower communities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Case Manager /Employment Specialist

Huntsville Rehabilitation Foundation dba
Phoenix Huntsville, AL
12.2022 - Current

- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to professional ethics.
- Organized job fairs to promote employment for program participants.
- Collaborated with departments to support program development and client activities.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Counseled clients on community resources to meet their needs.
- Enhanced communication among clients, support networks, and agencies.
- Managed administrative tasks to meet board and management objectives.
- Assessed service delivery challenges in the Huntsville-Madison area.
- Prepared and presented case reports to stakeholders and management.
- Educated clients and families about their rights and resources.
- Communicated with community groups about programs and policies.
- Researched community needs to shape program goals and managed fundraising and public relations activities.
- Developed benchmarks to measure progress toward organizational goals.
- Coordinated transportation for clients without reliable access.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions to improve effectiveness.
- Assisted clients with goal-setting and self-care education.
- Maintained relationships with community resources.
- Evaluated instructional materials, and assisted with budgeting for vocational programs.
- Implemented strategies to improve retention rates, and coordinated client orientations.
- Observed teaching methods to identify areas for improvement.

- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.

- Responded promptly to inquiries from clients regarding their rights under applicable laws.

- Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk mentally ill patients.

- Reviewed applications and documents for accuracy and completeness.

- Worked closely with disabled individuals or those experiencing poverty to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.

- Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Intern

The Arc of Madison County, Opportunity Center
Huntsville, AL
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Aids consumers with disabilities in finding gainful, enjoyable experiences in the community
  • Keep records and document monthly progress reports
  • Tracks individual progress and outcomes quarterly
  • Ability to organize workload, accomplish goals, and aim to meet deadlines
  • Cultivates and supports working partnerships with employers in the community
  • Implements Individualized Plans for Community Experiences with Consumers
  • Ability to communicate with people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and use practical interpersonal and teamwork skills when working with various people and situations.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
  • Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
  • Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

Customer Specialist/ Cashier

Harbor Freight
Huntsville, AL
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Ensured that each customer received outstanding service by providing a friendly environment
  • Maintained accurate balance of cash drawer and receipts, promoted weekly deals, maintained orderly appearance of cash rack and supplies stocked, and completed all other tasks assigned by the manager.
  • Surpassed sales goals through implementation of successful marketing strategies.
  • Used upselling techniques to increase spending per customer.
  • Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
  • Liaised between customers and retail buyers to expedite orders and meet customer demands.
  • Conferred with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services and take orders.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of solutions according to client needs.
  • Followed communication procedures, guidelines and policies.
  • Researched answers to customer inquiries to provide accurate information.
  • Updated system with order specifics and customer details, preferences, and billing information.
  • Exceeded established service goals while leveraging customer service, sales and employee management best practices.

Intern

City of Huntsville Office of Diversity
Huntsville, AL
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Worked diligently with the supervisor to run programs smoothly.
  • Utilized highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Routinely attended networking meetings to collaborate with other professionals.
  • Responsible for the official documentation of minutes of meetings for records.
  • Cultivates and supports working partnerships with organizations in the community.
  • Presenting a volunteer of the City of Huntsville, the Civic Engagement Academy.
  • Internship Article: https://cityblog.huntsvilleal.gov/am-grad-talks-diversity-equity-inclusion-at-city-of
  • Helped maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics.
  • Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
  • Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
  • Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Alabama A&M University Normal
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Alabama A&M University Normal
12.2022

Associate of Science - Social Work

East Mississippi Community College
05.2018

Skills

  • Case management
  • Community Outreach
  • Client assessment
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Organization and multitasking
  • Emotional awareness
  • MS Office
  • Community resources
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Vulnerable population awareness
  • Ethical judgment
  • Data entry and analysis
  • Client Advocacy
  • Social services
  • Customer service
  • Employee training
  • Behavioral Health Knowledge
  • Disability services knowledge
  • Career development
  • Human Development Understanding

Timeline

Intern

The Arc of Madison County, Opportunity Center
08.2023 - 05.2024

Case Manager /Employment Specialist

Huntsville Rehabilitation Foundation dba
12.2022 - Current

Intern

City of Huntsville Office of Diversity
08.2022 - 01.2023

Customer Specialist/ Cashier

Harbor Freight
06.2021 - 07.2023

Master of Science - Social Work

Alabama A&M University Normal

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Alabama A&M University Normal

Associate of Science - Social Work

East Mississippi Community College
J’Nada Williams