Dedicated Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit client needs.
Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
Youth Program Leader
Oak Hill Private School
09.2022 - 06.2024
Followed code of conduct and employee handbook, supporting colleagues, sharing duties, and actively participating in meetings.
Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing program activities in accordance with selected curricula to support program goals and incorporate needs and interests of members.
Organized special events and activities to boost youth engagement and improve lives of at-risk children.
Procured new supplies and equipment in line with budget goals.
Youth Development Coordinator
The Salvation Army Eagle Creek Community Center
03.2019 - 09.2022
Planned and implemented wide-ranging programs, encapsulated learnings and fielded inspirational guest speakers.
Practiced group counseling methods for youths to learn how to express, manage and resolve issues constructively.
Experienced with popular office software used for data collection and developing reports.
Assisted schools with at-risk youth behavior, education and extracurricular activities to reinforce youth development programs.
Coordinated with communities, school systems, parents and law enforcement in supervising youth development programs.
Understood and navigated processes for obtaining state and federal grants aiding in financial support of youth development programs.
Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
Youth Development Worker
Cary Home for Children - Residential Treatment Facility
08.2017 - 03.2019
Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.
Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
Education
B.S Degree - Psychology
Purdue Global
West Lafayette, IN
08.2015 - 12.2018
High School -
Danville Community High School
08.2011 - 05.2015
Skills
9 years experience working with youth (infant – 21)
CPR and First Aid Certification
Mental Health First Aid Training
Safe From Harm Trainer
Program planning
Working as a direct supervisor
Residential youth treatment (ages 9 -17)
Working with vulnerable individuals
State reporting / Microsoft and Excel
Youth behavior modification (MAB certified)
Client needs assessment
Case documentation
Personal
Well organized and professional
Responsible, dependable, personable, fair, and consistent