Our Program at St. Mary's Hospital, Cabell Huntington Hospital, and Wheeling Hospital did not receive funding and has been terminated as of June 30th, 2025.
Managed discharge plans for patients by assisting with utility bills, food, and medication access. Maintained and operated food pantry at St. Mary's, providing patients with three-day supply of emergency food during benefits application process.
Assessed client needs for Catholic Charities social service programs.
Developed service plans with clients and community partners.
Coordinated referrals for housing, food, benefits, and counseling support.
Case Manager
Catholic Charities
Parkersburg, WV
02.2022 - 09.2022
Provided clients with utility assistance, balanced office budgets, linked clients with affordable housing resources, and assisted with housing needs, budget counseling, and general personal counseling.
Conducted intake interviews for Catholic Charities clients.
Assessed client needs and barriers to services.
Developed service plans with families and individuals.
Intake Coordinator
Highland Hospital
Charleston, WV
08.2021 - 02.2022
Admitted patients to psychiatric hospitals, conducted detailed intake screenings in person and over the phone.
Coordinated patient intake for Highland Hospital registration and scheduling workflows.
Verified insurance coverage and collected demographic information for patient records.
Reviewed referrals and routed documentation to appropriate hospital departments.
Counselor
Job Corps
Charleston, WV
11.2019 - 05.2021
Provided counseling to students in personal and career matters. Counseling both personal and career counseling. Managed cases including documentation, referrals to physicians, and coordination with various agencies. Taught courses in information management, anti-bullying, and substance abuse prevention.
Delivered individual counseling to Job Corps students on academic, career, and personal issues.
Developed personalized career development plans aligned with Job Corps training goals.
Documented student progress in case records and counseling files.
Case Manager
Prestera Center for Mental Health
Charleston, WV
04.2017 - 10.2019
Worked across multiple divisions at Prestera. Served in the IDD Waiver program, forensic division, substance abuse, and supported homeless individuals facing drug addiction. I have been both case Manager and behavioral health specialist. At this job, I coordinated client meetings with landlords and managed hospital appointments.
Assessed client needs and developed service plans for Catholic Charities programs.
Coordinated referrals to housing, food, counseling, and community support services.
Maintained confidential case records and updated client files in agency systems.
Co-Owner
WV Neon Inc.
Henderson, WV
06.1988 - 06.2017
Co-owned family business, procured and sold vintage and modern neon signs, enhancing product variety. Procured and sold antiquities, focusing on 19th Century glassware, contributing to unique inventory.
Facilitated sales of vintage and modern neon signs to customers.
Managed client consultations for signage specifications and project requirements.
Reviewed design plans for electric signs, channel letters, and display layouts.
Health Service Worker
Mildred Bateman Hospital
Huntington, WV
04.2001 - 12.2003
Assisted patients with activities of daily living at the healthcare facility. Transported patients to appointments. Escorted high-risk patients to court proceedings, utilizing crisis intervention skills to manage extreme situations.
Assisted Mildred Bateman Hospital patients with bathing, dressing, and daily care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Transported patients safely between hospital units and treatment areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
Harvard Extension School
Cambridge , MA
11.2025 - 11.2026
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
Bachelor's degree - Humanities
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
Skills
Case management
Discharge planning
Intake experience
Crisis Management
Crisis Intervention
Substance Use Support
Behavioral health
Mental Health Counseling
Individual / Group Counseling
Group Therapy
Patient monitoring
Data Management
Medical Office Experience
Communication
Personal Information
Driving License: Yes
Availability: Willing to relocate anywhere
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Driver's License
CPR
CPR training August 2021 to August 2023
CUST
Update: As of January 2025, I have been pursuing my Master's Degree in Psychology from Harvard Extension School.
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