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Yanicke Harper

New York,NY

Summary

Compassionate social and community service manager with a proven track record of driving productivity and efficiency. Expertise in program development, stakeholder engagement, and resource allocation enhances the ability to deliver impactful projects. Collaborative, empathy, and leadership skills contribute to positive community outcomes. Committed to fostering sustainable initiatives that uplift communities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate (Temp) of Housing

National Urban League
New York, NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Monitor the progress of awarded grants, ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions set by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and private grants.
  • Review expense and production reports, and submit reports to HUD and other funders.
  • Conduct narrative reports and submit quarterly to the funder.
  • Provide technical assistance and training to sub-grantees in areas such as budgeting, grant management, and data entry.
  • Developed strategies for improving grant management processes and procedures.
  • Conduct site visits to ensure that sub-grantees are in compliance with HUD program requirements.

Case Manager/Housing Specialist

Henry Street Settlement
New York, NY, NY
03.2021 - 01.2023
  • Delivered case management services to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Constructed case notes and comprehensive reports, including data entry into the CARES portal.
  • Connected individuals to local programs tailored to meet specific needs.
  • Led case discussions with multi-disciplinary teams to evaluate client care plans.
  • Performed thorough inspections of properties to guarantee compliance with the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) standards for client housing.
  • Developed comprehensive, client-driven case plan with SMART goals.
  • Guided clients through housing application processes.
  • Found permanent housing options quarterly for 30 or more unhoused families.

Employment Specialist Seasonal Temp

Vibrant Emotional Health
New York, NY
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Placed 25 students in jobs based on skills, abilities, and interests.
  • Identified barriers to students' employment and helped to develop strategies for overcoming these barriers.
  • I wrote job support plans with 25 students and provided follow-along supports to maintain client employment.
  • Collaborated with educators and staff to enhance curriculum design for diverse student pathways.
  • Improved students' access to career planning information, work experience, and employers by setting up special events.
  • Intervened in crisis situations between students, or between students and teachers.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators, and specialists to design tailored support strategies for underperforming students.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes, and helping to train others.

PIPELINE for Youth Health Fellows

Fordham University
New York, NY
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Completed a year of Social Work Practice in Integrated Behavioral Health course work.
  • Worked with 3 Doctors and 20 Classmates on Integrated Behavioral Health research project.
  • Provided evidence-based treatment to youth with mental and behavioral health concerns.
  • 10,000 Award received.
  • Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions.
  • Established preventive methods for adverse health
  • Completed a capstone project.

MSW Intern for Constituent Services

New York City Council
New York, NY
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Administered comprehensive case management for multiple client demographics.
  • Entered all contact with the constituent in the Council Stat.
  • Help constituents with housing evictions, homelessness, and repairs.
  • Assist seniors with housing services, such as Senior Citizen Rent Increase (SCRIE), and affordable senior housing.
  • Provided guidance on eligibility criteria for various social service programs such as Medicaid and SNAP benefits.
  • Perform intakes to initiate client onboarding.
  • Conduct the formulation and implementation of plans of action.
  • Provide conflict resolution, crisis intervention, outreach, and advocacy.
  • Refer the constituent to our housing legal clinics.
  • Serve as a point of contact between the attorney and the constituent.
  • Work to improve the quality of life of the constituents of the Fifth District, and beyond.

Family Case Manager

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services
Bronx, NY
05.2012 - 06.2014
  • Advanced to Family Case Manager in less than a year.
  • Collaborated effectively with licensed social workers to support program objectives.
  • Developed innovative home-based program for children requiring personalized attention.
  • Conducted home visits.
  • Kept detailed case history records.
  • Ensured accurate recording of children's presence and well-being.

Education

Masters of Social Work -

Fordham University/ Lincoln Center Location
New York, NY, United States
06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts and Science/Human Services

The City College of New York/CUNY
New York, NY
06.2016

Affiliations

Golden Key, International Honors Society

Alpha Sigma Nu, International Honors Society

Phi Kappa Phi, Honors Society

PIPELINE for Youth Health Fellows

Timeline

Associate (Temp) of Housing

National Urban League
01.2023 - Current

Employment Specialist Seasonal Temp

Vibrant Emotional Health
05.2022 - 08.2022

PIPELINE for Youth Health Fellows

Fordham University
08.2021 - 08.2022

Case Manager/Housing Specialist

Henry Street Settlement
03.2021 - 01.2023

MSW Intern for Constituent Services

New York City Council
09.2019 - 07.2020

Family Case Manager

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services
05.2012 - 06.2014

Masters of Social Work -

Fordham University/ Lincoln Center Location

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts and Science/Human Services

The City College of New York/CUNY

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