Proactive Case Manager and Health Program Specialist with extensive experience in client assessment, case management, and program coordination. Successfully maintain compliance with regulations, educate clients on resources, and connect them to community services. Strong skills in public health education, vocational training, and support for diverse populations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
El Dorado County Health and Human Services
09.2022 - Current
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.
Connected clients with appropriate community resources to address barriers such as transportation, childcare, and housing issues.
Coordinated vocational training programs for clients to enhance their skillsets and improve marketability in the labor market.
Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs for vocational rehabilitation services.
Participated in job fairs and networking events connecting employers with qualified candidates seeking employment opportunities.
Provided ongoing case management services, monitoring client progress toward employment goals and making necessary adjustments to plans.
Health Program Specialist
El Dorado County Health and Human Services
12.2021 - 09.2022
Develop, promote and implement a variety of public health information and education programs.
Prepare educational materials and make effective public presentations.
Organize, promote and conduct public meetings.
Maintain clear and effective reports, correspondence, informational materials and other written materials.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Exercise sound independent judgement and established guidelines.
Program Assistant/Senior Program Coordinator
El Dorado County Health and Human Services
11.1999 - 11.2015
Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC)
Provide nutrition education and counseling to parents and caregivers of infants age birth to 5 years, and pregnant and postpartum women.
Provide basic breastfeeding support and individual classes.
Provide parenting education in relation to infant cues and baby behavior with an emphasis on nutrition
Family Caregiver Support Program
Meet goals and objectives outlined in the current Area Plan approved by the CA Dept. of Aging.
Develop and plan caregiver educational trainings and support groups.
Provide in-home and phone assessments, for the aging population
Develop and maintain a county provided In Home Provider list that entailed accurate employment records for independent caregivers. Monitor DOJ background checks and references.
Identify caregiver related skills and abilities, refer caregivers to employment and training opportunities.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
Built a positive relationship with residents in both Skilled Nursing Facilities and Residential Care Facilities.
Recruit and train volunteer LTC Ombudsman and, provide through case investigation reporting to California Department of Public Health and Community Care Licensing.
Education
GED -
James Logan High School
Union City, CA
04.1983
Skills
Problem-Solving
Case Management
Case Documentation
Organization and Multitasking
Certification
Women Infants and Children, Nutrition Assistant, California Department of Public Health
Certified Lactation Educator Counselor, UC San DIego Extension, University of California, San Diego
California Health Alert Network (CAHAN) System, State of California
Elementary School Teacher at Folsom Cordova Unified School District (Williamson Elementary)Elementary School Teacher at Folsom Cordova Unified School District (Williamson Elementary)