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Travis Meeks

Travis Meeks

Social Worker
Ukiah,CA

Summary

Tech-savvy Prevention Education Coordinator with 10 years of experience in delivering impactful presentations and facilitating workshops. Possesses lived experience and a deep understanding of the importance of prevention education. Skilled in utilizing various technologies to engage and connect with diverse audiences. Proven leadership abilities in coordinating and implementing prevention programs. Committed to creating safe and inclusive spaces for individuals and families. Highly motivated professional demonstrates the ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families. Compassionate Health Navigator with comprehensive knowledge of social service programs and community resources. Skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Prevention Education Coordinator

Project Sanctuary
01.2015 - 02.2022
  • I designed and implemented a prevention education curriculum across Mendocino County
  • I also initiated domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education in the local jail and juvenile hall
  • This was on top of day to day operation of the domestic violence and sexual assault crisis center.

Care Manager III

Redwood Community Services
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • I worked in the crisis respite house for several months, engaging clients and writing clinical notes-lots of counseling and billing
  • Then I was transferred to the Ranch program for at-risk youth.

Housing Navigator

MCAVHN
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Helped clients sign up for housing assistance and guided them to appropriate housing.

Harm Reduction / Health Navigator

MCAVHN
01.2023 - Current
  • Helped with the implementation of an opioid overdose prevention program that trained individuals in naloxone administration, contributing to a decrease in community overdose fatalities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Sonoma State
Rohnert Park, CA
01.2014

Associates in Arts - Psychology

Mendocino
Ukiah, CA
01.2012

Skills

  • Individual Counseling
  • Family Counseling
  • Counseling
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Resource Coordination
  • Client Relationships
  • Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Supporting Navigation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Crisis Situations
  • Case Planning and Management
  • Gathering Referrals
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Group Activities
  • Patient Interaction
  • Client Service
  • Case Notes
  • Conflict Negotiation
  • Desktop and Laptop Computers
  • Comfort with Technology and Databases
  • Counseling and Guidance
  • Punctual and Hardworking
  • Word Processing
  • Social History Intake Procedures
  • Software Applications

Timeline

Housing Navigator

MCAVHN
02.2023 - 01.2024

Harm Reduction / Health Navigator

MCAVHN
01.2023 - Current

Care Manager III

Redwood Community Services
07.2022 - 09.2023

Prevention Education Coordinator

Project Sanctuary
01.2015 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Sonoma State

Associates in Arts - Psychology

Mendocino
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