Samantha Pichardo
Abilene
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professorial
Disability Resources Inc.
2025.02 - Current
- involved in developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized service plans for people with intellectual disabilities.
- This includes conducting assessments, coordinating services, advocating for clients, and collaborating with families and other professionals.
- Also ensure services are delivered safely and effectively, and may train and supervise direct support staff.
Stay at Home
N/A
2024.12 - 2025.02
- Family emergency/issues
Crisis Specialist
Betty Hardwick
2023.09 - 2024.12
- responded to clients who were experiencing a mental health crisis. An assessment was completed during the interview and will come up a solution that would be appropriate and safe for the client during this time of need.
- helps individuals, families, and communities cope with difficult situations, such as natural disasters, accidents, and other traumatic events. They provide support and guidance to help people manage their emotions, make decisions, and move forward in the face of adversity.
2021.04 - 2023.09
- Stayed home with my children
Permanency Case Manager
2Engage
2020.05 - 2021.05
- involves supporting children and families in the process of achieving permanent, safe, and nurturing living arrangements.
- Key responsibilities also include coordinating with other agencies, conducting assessments, and providing court testimony.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
2019.10 - 2020.05
- Stayed home with my children
Case Manager
MCH Family Outreach
2017.11 - 2019.10
- Mainaintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
ARD Facilitator/Behavior Specialist
Taylor Callahan Education Coop.
2015.11 - 2017.10
- responsible for supporting district special education staff in the areas of ARD processes and procedures; IEP development; data collection for district and state compliance monitoring and reporting; and training on practices that support current special education guidelines and rules.
- Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. May design behavior modification programs and consult with medical personnel regarding the best treatment for patients.
Education
Master of Education - Counseling & Human Development
Hardin Simmons University
05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education, Curriculum & Instruction
McMurry University
05.2012
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professorial
Disability Resources Inc.
2025.02 - Current
Stay at Home
N/A
2024.12 - 2025.02
Crisis Specialist
Betty Hardwick
2023.09 - 2024.12
2021.04 - 2023.09
Permanency Case Manager
2Engage
2020.05 - 2021.05
2019.10 - 2020.05
Case Manager
MCH Family Outreach
2017.11 - 2019.10
ARD Facilitator/Behavior Specialist
Taylor Callahan Education Coop.
2015.11 - 2017.10
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education, Curriculum & Instruction
McMurry University
Master of Education - Counseling & Human Development
Hardin Simmons University