Charles Hornbeck
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Casework Assistant
Peninsula Family Service
05.2023 - Current
- Supported caseworkers in developing goal-oriented action plans that promoted self-sufficiency for clients.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community members to facilitate outreach activities.
- Ensured compliance with all required documentation and deadlines by maintaining a thorough understanding of policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Monitored case progress for timely completion and compliance with applicable regulations.
Horticulture Intern
Homeless Garden Project
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
- Branched farm out into new areas by adding tours, special events, and customer activities.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables and prepared for sale or shipping.
- Boosted community engagement by leading educational workshops on sustainable gardening practices.
Recreation and Aqutics Development Consultant
Analytic Resource Solutions
10.2017 - 10.2020
- Conducted comprehensive research to identify potential funding opportunities and partnerships.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Played a key role in the successful completion of high-profile projects by coordinating efforts among team members, partners, and stakeholders.
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Support System Homes
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure well-rounded care for each client, resulting in improved overall health outcomes.
- Utilized SUbstance Use Disorder and Harm Reduction behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
- Coordinated with court liaison officers and probation departments when necessary, promoting successful completion of mandated substance abuse counseling requirements for clients involved with the legal system.
- Assisted in the creation of a relapse prevention curriculum tailored specifically to address common triggers faced by individuals recovering from substance abuse.
Barn Manager
Shoestring Farms
04.2007 - 09.2014
- Managed daily barn operations, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal use of resources.
- Collaborated with trainers in designing individualized exercise programs tailored to each horse''s specific needs.
- Maintained accurate records of each horse''s medical history, vaccinations, and routine care schedules for easy reference when needed.
- Improved horse care quality by implementing a comprehensive health monitoring and maintenance program.
Education
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
San Jose City College
San JoseNo Degree - Fire Science
Mission College
Santa Clara, CABachelor of Science - Biology
UC Berkley
Berkeley, CA06.1987
Skills
- Highly effective communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Regulatory Compliance
- Customer Service
- Diversity awareness
- Report Preparation
- Issue identification and resolution
- Medical Records Review
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Problem-Solving
Affiliations
- BAPPOA (Bay Area Public Pool Operators)
- Red Cross Instructors Group
I am a active participant with Guide Dogs for the Blind puppy raiser's group in Santa Cruz
Guide e Dogs For the Blind is a Non-Profit organization that provides fully trained Guide Dogs to individuals that would benefit from such an assistance animal. They are provided at no cost to the blind individual. I belong to a volunteer group that that works with the puppies for the first year and a half, socializing and providing basic training to the puppies with their foundation as a service animal. This volunteer work is done in service with Guide Dogs for the Blind, San Rafael
Timeline
Casework Assistant
Peninsula Family Service
05.2023 - Current
Horticulture Intern
Homeless Garden Project
05.2022 - 05.2023
Recreation and Aqutics Development Consultant
Analytic Resource Solutions
10.2017 - 10.2020
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Support System Homes
01.2015 - 10.2017
Barn Manager
Shoestring Farms
04.2007 - 09.2014
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
San Jose City College
No Degree - Fire Science
Mission College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
UC Berkley
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