Wanda Jones Lopez
Goodwill Industries
The Bronx
22
years of professional experience
Dedicated and compassionate Social Services professional in employment training and workforce development, and case documentation. Proven expertise in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and guiding diverse population through back-to-work programs towards gainful employment.Highly skilled in facilitating employment-readiness workshops.A detail-oriented professional with a strong track record of ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining proper documentation.nAnd a strong commitment to empowering clients to achieve their personal and professional goals.s.
Work History
Rehabilitation Technician
13 Years 1 Month- Provide comprehensive rehabilitation support to adults with developmental disabilities within a day habilitation and employment program
- Partner with local community to build essential workforce skills through volunteer partnerships at CVS, 7-Eleven, Senior Centers, and other volunteer opportunities
- Collaborate with employment specialists, job coaches, and multidisciplinary staff to deliver high-quality rehabilitation environment
- Execute and monitor service plan goals, ensure accurate timekeeping, maintain proper documentation to guarantee full compliance with OPDWW New York State standards
Trainer/Workshop Leader
1 Year 4 Months- Trained diverse groups in employment readiness training, interviewing, resume writing, and professionalism
- Reviewed, edited resumes, and assessed participants' eligibility for specific job openings
- Successfully identified job leads that match program participant's experiences and interests
- Collaborated closely with job developers to secure and maximize employment opportunities for program participants
- Maintained case notes/reports in NYC Way date-based and reported participants' outcomes to HRA/Welfare
Youth Career Advisor & Trainer
4 Years 2 Months- Guided young adults in exploring education and employment opportunities while addressing personal barriers
- Assisted job developers with participants' job search to help participants reach employment goals
- Collaborated with the Program Director, employment specialists, and ACS social workers, during monthly meetings to evaluate participant progress and address barriers
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Community And Human Services
No Degree - Alcohol And Substance Abuse
Skills
Human Service support
Social services
Timekeeping
Case documentation
Service plan implementation
Service Plan Monitoring
Problem resolution
Community engagement
Timeline
Rehabilitation Technician
Goodwill Industries
07.2013 - CurrentRead More
Trainer/Workshop Leader
ResCare / Workforce Education & Training
04.2010 - 08.2011Read More
Youth Career Advisor & Trainer
New York Association for New Americans, Inc.
07.2004 - 09.2008Read More
SUNY Empire State College
Bachelor of Arts from Community And Human Services
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Outreach Institute
No Degree from Alcohol And Substance Abuse
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