Nicole Alefeld
Holtsville
Summary
Professional advocate with strong background in supporting individuals facing challenging circumstances. Skilled in crisis intervention, emotional support, and resource coordination. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and achieving positive outcomes. Trusted for strong communication, empathy, and conflict resolution abilities. Adept at drafting legal documents, advocating in court. Demonstrated proficiency in client communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advocate
Long Island Against Domestic Violence
07.2019 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with victims by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents with keen eye for detail, ensuring clients' interests were protected in all transactions.
- Managed sensitive cases with discretion, protecting client confidentiality and trust.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address clients' unique needs, resulting in more tailored interventions and improved outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention services, offering immediate support and guidance to individuals experiencing domestic violence situations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities, enhancing knowledge base related to best practices in domestic violence prevention and response efforts.
- Enhanced client self-sufficiency through comprehensive case management services, including referrals to housing and employment opportunities.
- Served as a liaison between clients and community partners, facilitating connections that advanced recovery goals while addressing systemic barriers faced by survivors of domestic violence.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' needs, identifying barriers to self-sufficiency and strategizing solutions accordingly.
- Increased awareness of domestic violence issues by conducting community outreach.
- Empowered clients through advocacy efforts, ensuring their voices were heard by medical professionals, law enforcement personnel, and social service providers.
- Strengthened relationships with local law enforcement agencies, ensuring effective collaboration in responding to domestic violence incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT05-2019
Skills
- Victim advocacy
- Crisis intervention
- Time management abilities
- Human trafficking awareness
- Sexual assault response
- Safety planning
- Empathy development
- Trauma-informed care
Certification
- Sexual Harassment
- Sexual Assault
- Human Trafficking
- Trauma Informed Care
Timeline
Advocate
Long Island Against Domestic Violence
07.2019 - Current
- Sexual Harassment
- Sexual Assault
- Human Trafficking
- Trauma Informed Care
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Hartford
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