Samantha Vanatta
Union,MO
Summary
Motivated Community Support Specialist experienced in providing assistance to individuals and families. Developed personalized support plans and implemented successful interventions, enhancing client outcomes through effective communication and crisis management. Focused on advocating for client needs and delivering tailored support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
School-Based Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
06.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized crisis management, suicide safety, and overdose safety plans to enhance student well-being.
- Implement crisis prevention and intervention protocols to promote student safety and behavioral stability.
- Provide individualized, goal-oriented behavioral health support to students based on identified needs and treatment objectives.
- Serve as a liaison among schools, families, and behavioral health providers to facilitate coordinated care and continuity of services.
- Delivered education, coaching, and skill-building interventions to students, families, and school personnel, fostering improved coping, communication, and behavioral management skills.
- Completed comprehensive wellness plans, assessments, and progress documentation to ensure compliance with agency standards and regulatory requirements.
Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Deliver strengths-based, holistic services to youth and families through individualized wellness plans and person-centered interventions.
- Facilitated family engagement and active participation in treatment and service planning, enhancing client support and involvement.
- Provide comprehensive case management services, including coordination of support, monitoring of needs, and connection to appropriate resources.
- Coached clients in skill development and education, linking them to community-based resources to promote stability and self-sufficiency.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization support, including the development and implementation of individualized safety plans.
- Maintained consistent communication and collaboration with clients’ integrated care teams, ensuring continuity and coordination of services for better outcomes.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of services in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Self - Stay-At-Home-Mother and Live-In Elderly Caregiver
01.2018 - 03.2024
- Encouraged client independence to promote mental and physical fortitude.
- Monitored client activity to prevent injuries and responded promptly to emergencies.
- Maintain energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.
Internship - Counseling Office
Washington Middle School
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Researched and evaluated counseling curriculum through Naviance to enhance student support.
- Designed and coordinated monthly Wellness Wed. events integrating SEL with school's core values to promote student well-being.
- Provided counseling support to students under supervision.
Internship - Social Worker
School District of Washington
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Researched and implemented threat assessments for school violence and self-harm.
- Conducted meetings with students to identify their academic and personal needs. to determine and fulfill their needs inside and outside school.
Office Manager
Competitive Auto Repair
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Developed workflow processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications that elevated personnel performance.
- Communicated objectives to personnel, ensuring deadline adherence and budget compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Post University
Waterbury, CTHigh School Diploma -
Washington High School
Washington, MOSkills
- Crisis Management
- Crisis intervention
- Organization & Time Management
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Analytical & Critical Thinking
- Team Player
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Awarded University Academic Honors Distinction
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude
- Member of the National Society for Leadership and Success
Community Service
Volunteer committee member on the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in Franklin County.
Timeline
School-Based Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
06.2024 - Current
Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
03.2024 - 06.2024
Internship - Counseling Office
Washington Middle School
08.2023 - 10.2023
Internship - Social Worker
School District of Washington
03.2023 - 05.2023
Self - Stay-At-Home-Mother and Live-In Elderly Caregiver
01.2018 - 03.2024
Office Manager
Competitive Auto Repair
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Post University
High School Diploma -
Washington High School