Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Shamika Rice

Easterseals NJ
Vineland,NJ
12
years of professional experience

Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.

Work History

Rehabilitation Counselor

5 Months
Easterseals NJ | 03.2026 - Current
  • Assisted consumers in overcoming employment barriers and achieving vocational goals through targeted job coaching.
  • Provided rehabilitation skill training and education through curriculum-based classes to promote consumer progression.
  • Developed and monitored Individualized Employment Plans to address vocational barriers, ensuring compliance with regulations and organizational policies.

Behavioral Support Technician

1 Year 9 Months
Department of Human Services, Vineland Developmental Center | 06.2024 - 03.2026
  • Collaborated with behavior analysts to implement tailored behavioral interventions for consumers.
  • Performed assessments and recorded consumers’ behaviors, including intensity, frequency, and duration, to track progress and develop care plans.
  • Communicated regularly with caregivers and team members to coordinate care and address consumer progress or concerns.

Habilitation Plan Coordinator

5 Months
Department of Human Services, Vineland Developmental Center | 01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to understand clients' needs and provide personalized support plans.
  • Communicated with families and stakeholders to align services with expectations and enhance satisfaction.
  • Maintained detailed records and monitored progress to ensure timely achievement of client goals.

Family Service Specialist II

8 Years 6 Months
Department of Children & Families | 07.2015 - 01.2024
  • Managed high-volume caseload, developing trusted relationships and achieving timely client goal completions.
  • Conducted in-depth needs assessments, delivering tailored solutions that connected clients with appropriate services.
  • Facilitated meetings and presented information clearly to both clients and professional teams.
  • Built rapport with diverse individuals, fostering long-term engagement and enhancing client retention.

Baccalaureate Child Welfare Education Program (BCWEP) Intern

8 Months
Department of Children & Families | 09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Assisted senior staff with case preparation, outreach, and documentation to enhance client support.
  • Completed professional training to strengthen communication skills and improve service delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Monmouth University | West Long Branch, NJ | 01.2015

Skills

Needs assessment
Client Advocacy
Counseling Techniques
Customer engagement
Strategic communication
Performance tracking
Cross-Team Collaboration
Conflict resolution
Microsoft Office Suite (Word
Excel
Outlook)
CRM Tools (HubSpot familiarity)
Virtual meeting tools
Database Management

Timeline

Rehabilitation Counselor

Easterseals NJ
03.2026 - CurrentRead More

Behavioral Support Technician

Department of Human Services, Vineland Developmental Center
06.2024 - 03.2026Read More

Habilitation Plan Coordinator

Department of Human Services, Vineland Developmental Center
01.2024 - 06.2024Read More

Family Service Specialist II

Department of Children & Families
07.2015 - 01.2024Read More

Baccalaureate Child Welfare Education Program (BCWEP) Intern

Department of Children & Families
09.2014 - 05.2015Read More

Monmouth University

Bachelor of Arts from Social Work
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Shamika Rice