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Randelle Pickens

Fort Smith,AR

Summary

Professional advocate dedicated to supporting families through comprehensive, compassionate care. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and achieving impactful outcomes by addressing clients' needs. Adaptable and reliable, with strong skills in crisis intervention and resource coordination.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Advocate

100 Families/ Guidance Center
Fort Smith, AR
02.2023 - Current
  • Empowered families by providing them with tools and resources needed to make informed decisions about their futures.
  • Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
  • Enhanced family support by conducting thorough assessments and identifying specific needs.
  • Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity during interactions at work or home visits.
  • Maintained timely documentation of case progress, ensuring clear communication among all involved parties.
  • Connected families with essential services such as housing, healthcare, and education opportunities to improve overall quality of life.

Drug and Alcohol Rehab House Manager/Counselor

Spencer Recovery Centers
Eureka Springs, AR
08.2021 - 02.2023

Responsibilities:

• Supervised daily operations of our residential facility, ensuring a safe and structured environment.

• Enforced house rules, conducted room inspections, and managed resident conflicts.

• Provided support and guidance to residents in early recovery.

• Conducted drug and alcohol screenings and documented results.

• Coordinated with clinical staff to monitor resident progress and address concerns.

• Managed facility upkeep, safety checks, and supply inventory.

• Assisted with resident intake, discharge, and crisis intervention.

Server

Pastafina Italian Restaurant
Stephenville, TX
01.2018 - 03.2018
  • The first point of contact in the restaurant that serves food and drinks
  • Expected to multitask and make sure the guest are greeted and served what they requested
  • I also took To Go orders on the phone and made sure the orders reached the guest in a correct and prompt fashion

Server/Cashier/Hostess

Jerry Neel's BBQ
Fort Smith, AR
06.2017 - 07.2017
  • I was responsible for greeting customers and taking their food orders
  • I also read order tickets and prepared the food on the tickets
  • If I was the waitress on that shift then I was responsible for getting the guests drinks and food orders out precisely and promptly

Receptionist

River Valley Primary Care Northside Clinic
Fort Smith, AR
04.2013 - 07.2013
  • I greeted and scheduled appointments for patients and visitors
  • I also handled bookkeeping, billing, answering and routine calling, and keeping paperwork organized

Server/Bartender

T.G.I Fridays
Fort Smith, AR
01.2002 - 01.2012
  • The first point of contact in the restaurant that serves food and drinks
  • Expected to multitask and make sure the guest are greeted and served what they requested
  • I also prepared cocktails or other drinks for the guests at the bar and in the restaurant

Cosmetic Consultant

Dillard's Lancôme Cosmetics
Fort Smith, AR
11.2006 - 07.2007
  • I was a cosmetic and skin care salesperson
  • My main job was to meet sales goals while offering personalized customer service and maintaining long-lasting relationships with customers

Education

Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work

University of Arkansas At Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR

Highschool Diploma -

Southside Highschool
Fort Smith, AR

Associate General Studies - General Studies

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
05.2011

Skills

  • Strong understanding of addiction recovery and relapse prevention
  • Conflict resolution and crisis management
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities
  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Case management and family advocacy
  • Connecting families to community resources
  • Crisis intervention and conflict resolution
  • Strong communication and relationship-building
  • Client assessments and service planning
  • Maintaining case records and documentation
  • Knowledge of child welfare and family law
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Trauma-informed care approach
  • Experience with Medicaid, SNAP, and social services
  • Proficiency in case management software

Certification

CPR and First Aid

C.I.T (AR Substance Abuse Board)

Restore Hope Case Manager Training Series

Timeline

Family Advocate

100 Families/ Guidance Center
02.2023 - Current

Drug and Alcohol Rehab House Manager/Counselor

Spencer Recovery Centers
08.2021 - 02.2023

Server

Pastafina Italian Restaurant
01.2018 - 03.2018

Server/Cashier/Hostess

Jerry Neel's BBQ
06.2017 - 07.2017

Receptionist

River Valley Primary Care Northside Clinic
04.2013 - 07.2013

Cosmetic Consultant

Dillard's Lancôme Cosmetics
11.2006 - 07.2007

Server/Bartender

T.G.I Fridays
01.2002 - 01.2012

Bachelor Of Social Work - Social Work

University of Arkansas At Fort Smith

Highschool Diploma -

Southside Highschool

Associate General Studies - General Studies

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
Randelle Pickens