Resourceful and experienced worker offering expertise in customer service and file management. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Handles multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NYC Asylum Application Help Center Assistant
On Call Counsel
07.2023 - Current
Conducted client intake interviews to determine client service need and eligibility.
Assisted clients with immigration application completion to improve timeliness of case review and disposition.
Completed Asylum and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications .
Completed change of address and change of venue forms.
Liaised with Attorneys, Mayors Office of Immigration Affairs and immigration candidates to answer questions, resolve issues and explain immigration policy.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Asylum Seeker Case Manager
Catholic Charities Community Services (Contract)
09.2022 - 07.2023
Worked on-site at designated reception center to receive asylum seekers.
Completed intakes to assess families' immediate needs.
Developed relationships with clients and families to provide best advocacy and direction to families to support their access to NYC and NYS resources.
Utilized knowledge of resources available at all levels of government (federal, state and local), as well as government and community resources to make appropriate referrals to resolve identified issues.
Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
Utilized trauma-informed approach to promote healing and empowerment for clients.
Bilingual Case Manager
Acacia Network Housing Inc.
04.2021 - 08.2022
Conducted intakes and assessments as needed .
Conducted home visits to assess clients home environment and provide support.
Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
Networked with city agencies such as ACS,HRA, NYCHA, HPD, APS,NYC WELL.
Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & English Translation And Interpretation
CUNY Hunter College
New York
12.2022
Skills
Microsoft Office
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Confidentiality and Data Protection
Translation and Interpretation
Government Forms
LGBTQ Resources
Working with multicultural populations
Document and File Management
Client Advocacy
Certification
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certificate Training - 7/2022-7/2024
Homelessness,Mental illness and promoting Recovery-Certificate-3/2022
Working effectively with LGBTQ+ residents- Certificate-3/2022
Timeline
NYC Asylum Application Help Center Assistant
On Call Counsel
07.2023 - Current
Asylum Seeker Case Manager
Catholic Charities Community Services (Contract)
09.2022 - 07.2023
Bilingual Case Manager
Acacia Network Housing Inc.
04.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & English Translation And Interpretation
Associate Deputy General Counsel at US Department of Defense, Office of General Counsel-Office of Information CounselAssociate Deputy General Counsel at US Department of Defense, Office of General Counsel-Office of Information Counsel