Venisha James
721 Van siclen Ave, Brooklyn NY 11207 ,NY
Summary
Motivated professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for learning. Experienced in budget management, program development, and strategic planning. Skilled in building cross-functional teams, improving operations, and creating client-focused environments. Proven ability to overcome challenges, achieve goals, and drive growth. Committed to empowering communities and delivering results that exceed expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Transitional Service of New York
04.2021 - Current
- Provides support and guidance to 10-15 case managers in
- AWARDS training and related tasks
- Assigns Caseloads to case manager and schedules work
- According to priority
- Do weekly chart audits reviews for case managers assigned
- Caseloads
- Follow up on rent reports weekly for any changes or
- Recoupment
- Host case conferences, staff meetings, and trainings
- Liaison with tenants and landlords to assess and handle
- Issues in apartments
- Audit progress notes on case managers caseload
- Handle invoices, petty cash and reconciliations
- Complete balance reports, expense reports and check
- Request
- Interview external candidates for vacant beds in programs
- Reinforce rules, regulations and policies of agency
- Conduct weekly supervision with staff and follow up on
- Any issues addressed
- Facilitated case conferences and staff meetings, fostering
- Supportive environment for team growth and addressing
- Challenges proactively
- Managed human resource goals by recruiting, training,
- Coaching and disciplining employees.
- Updated director about project status, updates and concerns on daily basis
Purchasing/Inventory Manager
Mandeville Cuisine Resturant
04.2021 - Current
- • Managed inventory for a high-volume restaurant, overseeing 10 staff and ensuring 100% stock availability for daily operation.
- • Conducted regular audits of restaurant operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations, minimizing risk exposure within the organization.
- • Increased efficiency in inventory management by implementing effective purchasing strategies and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- • Enhanced organizational productivity by implementing a cutting-edge inventory management system, resulting in better tracking of stock levels and faster replenishment of supplies.
- • Coordinated with kitchen and front-of-house teams to forecast demand, reducing stockouts by 25% during peak hours.
- • Maintained strong vendor relationships, improving delivery times by 18% and enhancing overall supplier performance.
- • Negotiated with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, resulting in a 10% reduction in food costs.
- • Processed an average of 50 purchase orders weekly, ensuring timely delivery and maintaining optimal stock levels.
Substance Abuse Counselor
TSI Mele’s Residential Program
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Collected personal and medical information to design personalized treatment programs
- Advocated for clients with external service providers and participated in daily team meetings for case management
- Employed motivational interviewing and trauma-informed approaches in counseling and group sessions
- Coordinated with support networks and service providers to enhance client recovery and community stability
- Skill development: Assisting clients in developing skills and behaviors necessary to recover from their addiction or modify their behavior
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate documentation of client's treatment progress in accordance to agency, local, state and federal standards
- Counseling: Providing individual, and group counseling sessions
Community Technician
BRC (Jack Ryan Men Shelter)
06.2011 - 01.2014
- Monitored 200 male clients, managed office tasks, and assisted with medical appointments
- Supported nursing staff with medication dispensing and performed hourly rounds
- Maintained detailed charts for audits and assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Complete intake assessment.
- Escort clients' appointments and make referrals for resources.
Community Technician
BRC - (BRC Reception Center Shelter, New York, NY)
06.2007 - 07.2011
- Monitored 350 male and female clients, performed office duties, and managed medication dispensing
- Ensured client safety and maintained accurate documentation
- Established and maintained good relations with residents, vendors, prospective residents, and co-workers.
- Complete intake assessment.
- Escort client's appointments and make referrals for resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY06-2023
Associate of Science - Chemical Dependency/CASAC T
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn NY06-2020
Culinary Diploma - Culinary
The Art Institute of New York City
New York, NY01-2004
High School Diploma -
Samuel J. Tilden High School, Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn NY01-2000
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- FOOTHOLD AWARDS
- Opioid Overdose Prevention
Motivational Interviewing - Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Informed Care - Partnering for Safety
Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse
Counselor (CASAC-T)
CPR/First Aid Certification
Administrative and Leadership skills - Budget Management
Certification
- Food Handler Permit
- Opioid Overdose Prevention
- Leadership Training
- CASAC -T Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
TSI Mele’s Residential Program
06.2022 - 03.2024
Assistant Director
Transitional Service of New York
04.2021 - Current
Purchasing/Inventory Manager
Mandeville Cuisine Resturant
04.2021 - Current
Community Technician
BRC (Jack Ryan Men Shelter)
06.2011 - 01.2014
Community Technician
BRC - (BRC Reception Center Shelter, New York, NY)
06.2007 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
New York City College of Technology
Associate of Science - Chemical Dependency/CASAC T
Kingsborough Community College
Culinary Diploma - Culinary
The Art Institute of New York City
High School Diploma -
Samuel J. Tilden High School, Brooklyn, NY
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