Rachel Dye
Collinsville,Illinois
Summary
Experienced, mission-focused professional with history of helping clients successfully overcome systematic barriers and personal struggles to find equality, wellness, and fulfillment. Driven advocate with an in-depth understanding of the challenging and oppressive issues facing marginalized groups. Currently looking to utilize this passion in next career step to create a lasting impact for individuals and communities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SkillUP Life Coach
MERS Goodwill Excel Center
St. Louis, Missouri
11.2020 - Current
- Assists SNAP-receiving students with career development goals
- Performs case management duties to overcome barriers to success in post-graduation life (100+ caseload)
- Establishes training provider/employer connections
- Follows grant, state, and federal mandates for reporting and documentation
Job Coach/Trainer
Challenge Unlimited, Inc
Swansea, Illinois
12.2017 - Current
- Provides job readiness training and on-site job coaching
- Facilitates Job Club/client meetings
Guest Service Staff
Ronald McDonald House of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Managed room assignments/house facilities (11 guest rooms)
- Ran front desk reception responsible for answering all calls to RMHC's main line, placing guests in open rooms for two city houses (40 rooms), and managing donations/payments.
Specialized Foster Care Case Manager
Children’s Home + Aid
Belleville, Illinois
08.2010 - 05.2016
- Performed holistic case management
- Completed in-person visits/supervised visitations
- Submitted court reports/provided legal testimony
- Maintained case notes and documentation as mandated by federal, state, and agency policies
Teacher Assistant
Saint Louis Special School District
10.2009 - 04.2010
Victim Advocate Intern
Crime Victim Advocacy Center of St. Louis
01.2009 - 04.2009
College Ministry Director
First Baptist Church of Collinsville
10.2008 - 10.2009
Student Assistant
Missouri Baptist University
08.2007 - 04.2009
Youth Ministry Intern
First Baptist Church
05.2005 - 10.2007
Student Associate
Missouri Baptist University, Financial Services
08.2005 - 08.2007
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri Baptist University
05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Education
Missouri Baptist University
St Louis, Missouri05.2009
Skills
- Database & Client Management Systems
- Microsoft Office & Computer Technologies
- Client Advocacy & Services
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Research and Analytical Skills
- Collaboration
Certification
Above & Beyond the Call of Duty Award - 2019
Mental Health First Aid - 2021
Timeline
SkillUP Life Coach
MERS Goodwill Excel Center
11.2020 - Current
Job Coach/Trainer
Challenge Unlimited, Inc
12.2017 - Current
Guest Service Staff
Ronald McDonald House of St. Louis
12.2016 - 11.2017
Specialized Foster Care Case Manager
Children’s Home + Aid
08.2010 - 05.2016
Teacher Assistant
Saint Louis Special School District
10.2009 - 04.2010
Victim Advocate Intern
Crime Victim Advocacy Center of St. Louis
01.2009 - 04.2009
College Ministry Director
First Baptist Church of Collinsville
10.2008 - 10.2009
Student Assistant
Missouri Baptist University
08.2007 - 04.2009
Student Associate
Missouri Baptist University, Financial Services
08.2005 - 08.2007
Youth Ministry Intern
First Baptist Church
05.2005 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Education
Missouri Baptist University
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