Russell Letourneau
Boone,NC
Summary
Highly dedicated and motivated individual with a strong commitment to consistently delivering my best effort in all endeavors. Passionate about helping others and driven for excellence, confident in my ability to succeed in both academic and professional settings. Eager to apply my skills and determination, committed to making a positive contribution and achieving success in any role I undertake.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Housing Coordinator
Hospitality House Northwest North Carolina
11.2021 - Current
- Achieved the role of housing coordinator after progressive promotions.
- Coordinated with local agencies to provide housing and prevent homelessness, decreasing homelessness _%.
- Enhanced team performance through supervision.
- Evaluated job applicants and made hiring decisions.
- Maintained database of housing resources, landlords and management companies.
- Managed nightly waiting list for clients experiencing homelessness.
- Managed the application process, thoroughly reviewing documents for accurate income verification and eligibility determination.
- Negotiated with landlords and real estate agents to obtain vacant apartments for clients with histories of homelessness, mental illness and substance abuse, occupying over ten apartments by providing direct, hands-on support services.
Social Work Intern
Boone Police Department
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Company Overview: (Community Care Program)
- Attended Citizens Police Academy
- Conduct crisis-interventions and referrals to transition clients to local supportive agencies
- Developed and implemented social work plans to understand desired project goals and properly align social work activities
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients
- (Community Care Program)
Summer Camp/Afterschool Counselor
Jerry Long YMCA
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement
- Prepared reports for management regarding status and progress of recreational activities
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work, Psychology
Appalachian State University
05.2023
High School Diploma -
West Forsyth High School
01.2019
Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Self motivation
- Crisis intervention
- Social Perceptiveness
- Customer Care
- Team leadership
Certification
- Certified in CPR, Hospitality House - October 2024-October 2026
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Boone Police Department
01.2023 - 05.2023
Housing Coordinator
Hospitality House Northwest North Carolina
11.2021 - Current
Summer Camp/Afterschool Counselor
Jerry Long YMCA
04.2019 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
West Forsyth High School
- Certified in CPR, Hospitality House - October 2024-October 2026
Bachelor of Science - Social Work, Psychology
Appalachian State University
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