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Overview
Work History
Education
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Tony LeGree

New York City,New York

Summary

Energetic, reliable, people oriented, disciplined, dynamic individual with great communication skills, pleasant personality committed in working with population living with substance use disorders, HIV/AIDS, Mental Health, Hepatitis C and other medical issues, long term unemployment, and incarceration ( re-entry, reintegration ) and current substance abuse.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

PRIMARY COUNSELOR

Create
08.2021 - 12.2022

Managed a case load of 35 clients. Utilizing time management met with each individual weekly to address client issues and evaluate client progress. Facilitated therapeutic group sessions weekly. Conducted client screening and intake for newly admission.

PRIMARY COUNSELOR

Serendipity
01.2020 - 08.2021

Managed a case load of 20 clients. Utilizing time management met with each individual weekly to address client issues and discuss client progress. Facilitated therapeutic group sessions weekly, Conducted screenings and intakes for newly admissions. As Staff on Duty oversaw the daily operations of the facility.

EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Franco
03.2015 - 03.2019

Making sure the equipment is safe and functionally working each day. Showing clients how to properly use weights. Instructing clients on health benefits of exercise.

HIV/AIDS COUNSELOR

Ms. Rojas
02.2007 - 03.2015

Provided HIV/AIDS training. Facilitated Support Groups. Overseen two employees and nine volunteers. Worked with community sponsors. Managed budget. Distributed literature, condoms and bleach kits, Made referrals to counseling/testing sites and drug treatment programs, Completed report on field activities in a timely manner, Attended State-wide meetings for continuing education and support, Response to request of AIDS Education Coordinator and the Director of Health as new needs emerge.

ADMINISTRATIVE LAW CLERK

Mr. Braun
02.1999 - 08.2008

Provided legal assistance to clients. Made sure the office is fully functional for each day work load. Assign cases to law clerks. Manage working budget.

Case Manager

Fortune Society
12.2022 - 09.2023
  • Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive client assessments and identified needs.
  • Facilitated client access to community resources, enhancing support systems and service utilization.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies, effectively de-escalating high-stress situations for clients.
  • Conducted follow-up evaluations to track client progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
  • Identified barriers to client success, advocating for necessary resources and support services.

Program Manager

Fortune Society
09.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated program activities to align with organizational objectives and enhance service delivery.
  • Monitored project timelines and deliverables, ensuring adherence to set deadlines and quality standards.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings to track progress, address challenges, and celebrate achievements.
  • Developed training materials and resources to support staff development and skill enhancement.
  • Encouraged team collaboration by promoting open communication and shared responsibility for outcomes.
  • Trained new staff on program protocols and compliance requirements to ensure operational consistency.
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.

Education

CASAC-T

EXPONENTS
New York
03.2020

Hepatitis C Basics For Peer Workers

AIDS INSTITUTE COURSE
New York
12.2019

Hepatitis C Patient Navigation Certificate

AIDS INSTITUTE
New York
12.2019

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate ( Provisional )

EXPONENTS
New York
11.2019

Certified Addiction Recovery Coach

EXPONENTS
New York
11.2019

HIV Peer Worker Role in Patient Navigation

AIDS INSTITUTE COURSE
New York
11.2019

Mental Health First Aid USA Certificate

EXPONENTS
New York
09.2019

Recovery Coach Certificate

EXPONENTS
New York
09.2019

Certificate of Completion HIV/AIDS Counseling Aide

NYS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
New York
06.2011

Certificate in Ministries And Human Services

Boricua College
New York, NY
06.2005

GED -

Department of Education
New York, NY
04.1984

Skills

  • Treatment Options
  • Development Activities
  • Intervention Planning
  • Suicide Risk Assessments
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Community Involvement

Timeline

Case Manager

Fortune Society
12.2022 - 09.2023

Program Manager

Fortune Society
09.2022 - Current

PRIMARY COUNSELOR

Create
08.2021 - 12.2022

PRIMARY COUNSELOR

Serendipity
01.2020 - 08.2021

EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Franco
03.2015 - 03.2019

HIV/AIDS COUNSELOR

Ms. Rojas
02.2007 - 03.2015

ADMINISTRATIVE LAW CLERK

Mr. Braun
02.1999 - 08.2008

CASAC-T

EXPONENTS

Hepatitis C Basics For Peer Workers

AIDS INSTITUTE COURSE

Hepatitis C Patient Navigation Certificate

AIDS INSTITUTE

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate ( Provisional )

EXPONENTS

Certified Addiction Recovery Coach

EXPONENTS

HIV Peer Worker Role in Patient Navigation

AIDS INSTITUTE COURSE

Mental Health First Aid USA Certificate

EXPONENTS

Recovery Coach Certificate

EXPONENTS

Certificate of Completion HIV/AIDS Counseling Aide

NYS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Certificate in Ministries And Human Services

Boricua College

GED -

Department of Education
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