Conduct face to face visits in Nursing Facilities with members enrolled in Managed Long-Term Services and Supports program (MLTSS), complete NJ Choice/IPOC Assessments, engage in health promote, coordinate and collaborate care needs with member & authorized representatives, PCP, and any other care team members, attend/conduct interdisciplinary meetings, order DME as needed, advocate on members behalf, develop care plans, authorize services within MLTSS benefits, review & document clinical notes electronically via company applications and state authorized platforms, effective use of critical thinking for problem solving, and assist & support members with transitioning back into the community.
Community Care Professional
Public Partnerships, PPL
07.2018 - Current
Primary responsibilities include providing assistance with ADL’s, mobility support to increase independence, encouraging and promoting health services to improve life expectancy, coordinating and facilitating care management services, providing emotional support, adhering to company compliance and standards, and effective use of critical thinking and clinical judgment.
SAIF Intensive Case Manager
CARE PLUS NEW JERSEY
07.2016 - 07.2020
Primary responsibilities included providing case management to adults receiving Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) and General Assistance (GA) benefits from the county welfare program, developed individualized service plans, engaged in job development (including job providing leads, resume/interview preparation), engaged in client advocacy& service coordination, linked clients to community services and/or alternative benefit programs, facilitated groups, completed monthly state reports, assisted with resolving legal matters (Re-entry, Parole, Probation, Child Support, DCPP, and Criminal records), assisted with child development and behavioral services by providing referrals (Early Intervention, CMO, Family and Child Stabilization), assisted with Motor Vehicle matters including obtaining a permit/license and tickets issues, provided resources/referrals to begin treatment for mental health and substance abuse, linked/ provided referrals for medical support for severe illnesses, and provided supportive counseling and crisis intervention as needed.
Education
Master of Arts Theological Studies (MATS) -
New Brunswick Theological Seminary
New Brunswick, NJ
05.2025
Masters of Social Work (MSW) -
Walden University, School of Social Work
Minneapolis, MN
05.2022
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -
Rutgers University, School of Social Work
Newark, NJ
05.2014
Associate of Human Services (A.S) -
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ
05.2012
Skills
Good Work Ethic Interpersonal Awareness
Professionalism Motivation
Competent Communication- Oral
Communication-Written Organizational Skills
Ethical Conduct Conflict Resolution
Diversity & Multiculturalism Care Coordination
Advocacy & Linkage to Services
Ability to seek supervision
Fostering Teamwork & Leadership
Open to Supervisory Positions
Certifications
State of New Jersey NJ Choice Certification- November- Present
State of New Jersey, Licensed Social Worker (LSW) –Seeking Licensure