Theresa Brooks
Orlando,FL
Summary
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employment Specialist
Ready To Work
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted assessments, interviews, and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.
- Maintained records of consumer employment activity such as potential and current employers.
- Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
- Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities for consumers.
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
- Recruit new Jobs as Partnerships
Assistant
Colorado Coalition For The Homeless
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to community.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
- Supervised the communities for safety.
- Room ( tent) checks
Counselor
Imagine!
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Sheltor Monitor
Denver Rescue Mission
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Identified clients needs and wants to enhance customer experiences.
- Mentorship
- Life Skill Groups
- Bible Classes
- Maintained relationships between clients and communities
- Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
Shelter Monitor
Catholic Charities Of Fort Collins
04.2016 - 03.2017
- Supervised programming and administrative facets of temporary homeless shelter for women and children, many with dual diagnoses.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of social services.
- Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
Education
No Degree - Peer Support And Recovery Certification
Cross Purpose
Englewood, CO03.2023
No Degree - QMAP- Certification
Imagine
Imagine04.2017
Skills
- Eligibility Screening
- Records Documentation
- Regulatory Requirements
- Utilization Review
- Program Goals
- Employee Coaching
- Employer Matching
- Recruiting
- Interview Coaching
- Leadership Skills
- Recovery Guidance
- Resource Navigation
Certification
QMAP
Peer Recovery and Support Specialist
Physical Therapy Tech
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Ready To Work
01.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant
Colorado Coalition For The Homeless
05.2020 - 01.2021
Counselor
Imagine!
11.2018 - 05.2019
Sheltor Monitor
Denver Rescue Mission
04.2017 - 03.2018
Shelter Monitor
Catholic Charities Of Fort Collins
04.2016 - 03.2017
No Degree - Peer Support And Recovery Certification
Cross Purpose
No Degree - QMAP- Certification
Imagine
QMAP
Peer Recovery and Support Specialist
Physical Therapy Tech
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