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Tanagra Bledman

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Summary

Distinguished Community Work Assistant at Westchester County Department of Social Services, adept in document preparation and public relations. Streamlined office processes, enhanced compliance with NY State directives, and fostered strategic housing partnerships. Achieved significant improvements in service delivery and efficiency, demonstrating exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
03.2024 - Current


  • Provide backup coverage as needed including handling general inquiries from both clients and employees
  • Conduct pre-hearing meetings and analyze case history to settle back log of fair hearing cases
  • Review budget history to determine if agency is in compliance with NY State OAH aid directives
  • Communicate administrative directives to caseworkers to ensure agency compliance


Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
  • Improved office efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing organizational systems.
  • Assisted constituents in finding affordable and senior housing programs
  • Delivered effective high volume casework services to help clients obtain program benefits
  • Worked with community partners and non-profits to help deliver services
  • Worked to prevent eviction prevention by informing clients about rent arrears program rules

Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
04.2023 - 06.2023

Conducted field visits to verify participiants were in compliance with program requirements


Perform quarterly attendance and payment audits for contracted child care vendors


Evaluated required documentation and prepared reports based on investigative findings


Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
09.2019 - 03.2023

Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with housing vendors

Monitored lifecycle of contract from creation to tracking, renewal and termination processes

Assisted in the attainment of new housing and services for WC Covid-19 isolation hotel

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

York College
Jamaica, NY
01-2009

Skills

  • Document preparation
  • File management
  • Policy enforcement
  • Public Relations

Timeline

Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
03.2024 - Current

Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
07.2023 - 03.2024

Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
04.2023 - 06.2023

Community Work Assistant

Westchester County Department of Social Services
09.2019 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English

York College
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