Richard Startz
Victorville
Summary
Dedicated Independent Living Specialist with expertise in client advocacy, assessment, and resource coordination. Proven ability to facilitate workshops that empower individuals with disabilities to achieve independence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Living Specialist
Rolling Start inc.
San Bernardino
05.2023 - Current
- Assessed client needs to develop personalized independent living plans.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills and community resources for individuals with disabilities.
- Coordinated with service providers to ensure clients received necessary support services.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to community resources and services.
- Trained clients in self-advocacy, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and service interactions.
- Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assessed the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families to determine eligibility for services.
- Attended conferences related to Independent Living Services as needed.
- Advised clients on available benefits such as Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income.
- Collaborated with other agencies or organizations involved in client care planning.
- Provided direct case management, advocacy, and support services to clients in order to promote independent living skills.
- Actively participated in outreach efforts within the community to increase awareness about Independent Living Services programs offered through the agency.
- Coordinated referrals to appropriate resources including housing, transportation, financial assistance programs.
- Facilitated group activities designed to build community inclusion and self-advocacy skills.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CASkills
- I am currently the Co-Chairman of the Inland Empire Disabilities Collaborative, iedisabilitiesorg
- I am also staff on the IEHP consumer advisory committee , representing Medi-Cal patients
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Affiliations
Los Angeles Chargers ,wheelchair football team 2024-2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Independent Living Specialist
Rolling Start inc.
05.2023 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
Diablo Valley College