Robert Sexton
Clearlake
Summary
Human Services and Social Work advocate with experience in empowering individuals facing addiction and homelessness. Proven track record in mentorship, resource navigation, and fostering safe environments that enhance client wellness and promote community resilience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Support Services Provider (IHSS)
Lake County
06.2024 - Current
- Delivered personalized in-home support services to enhance care recipient well-being.
- Facilitated client wellness through assistance with daily living activities.
- Assist clients with maintaining independence and quality of life.
- Ensured safe and supportive care environments for clients to thrive.
Peer Mentor
Woodland Community College
Clearlake
01.2024 - Current
- Offer peer mentorship, encouragement, and advocacy services.
- Mentored EOPS students, fostering academic growth and personal development.
- Guided students in navigating educational and support resources, enhancing their access to necessary services.
- Connect students to campus and community support programs.
- Facilitated initiatives to promote student success and retention, contributing to overall program effectiveness.
Education
Associates in arts (A.A) - Human Services / Social Work
Woodland Community College
05-2027
Associates in Science (A.S.) - Chemical Dependency Counseling
Woodland Community College
05-2027
Skills
- Peer Mentoring Services
- Advocacy Services
- Chemical Dependency Knowledge
- Case Management Support
- Recovery Support Services
- Physical and Addiction Recovery Support
- Homelessness Resources and Support
- Criminal Expungement Resource Knowledge
- Community Outreach and Resource Navigation
- Communication and Leadership Skills
- Client advocacy
- Wellness promotion
- Calm under pressure
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Word
- Educational support
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Analytical thinking
- Organization
- Networking
- Organization and time management
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Excellent communication
Professional References
- Natasha Cornett, Supervisor / Program Coordinator, Woodland Community College, (707) 995-7900 ext. 4168
- Regina Thygesen, In-Home Support Services (IHSS) - Lake County, (707) 905-7537
- Bruno Sabatier, Community Leader / Board Member Colleague, Lake County Continuum of Care/Board of Supervisor District #2, (707) 695-0834, bruno.sabatier@lakecountyca.gov
- Carissa Smith, Community Leader / Board Member Colleague, Lake County Continuum of Care/ Lived Experience Advisory Board, (707) 975-0780, smithcb@ah.org
- Heather Frawley, Coordinated Entry System Coordinator (HUB) Lake County, CA, (707) 900-1307, frawlehj@ah.org
Leadership Experience
- Board Member, Lake County Continuum of Care Board/ Executive chair
- Chair, Lived Experience Advisory Board (LEAB)
- Student Body Treasurer, Recovery Scholars Club - Woodland Community College
Timeline
In-Home Support Services Provider (IHSS)
Lake County
06.2024 - Current
Peer Mentor
Woodland Community College
01.2024 - Current
Associates in arts (A.A) - Human Services / Social Work
Woodland Community College
Associates in Science (A.S.) - Chemical Dependency Counseling
Woodland Community College