Division Director

• Oct 2021 - Present

- Provides direct supervision to Assistant Director and Program Coordinator, as well as to the case management team as needed. Provides programmatic direction,oversight, and technical assistance to up to 14 staff.- Ensure program operations are within regulations established by the Federal Government and the District of Columbia that govern the service delivery to persons experiencing homelessness (HSRA).- Ensures adherence to all Department of Human Services (DHS) and Human Care Agreement (HCA) contract guidelines.- Manages and develops program policy and procedures as it relates to program rules and staff protocol, including overseeing data collection, evaluation, and reporting within various systems, including the OCTO/HTH and HMIS database system.- Oversees grant funded projects and collaborates with the Development team to participant in grant writing activities.

Team Coordinator

• Jun 2020 - Oct 2021

- In conjunction with the Program Director, I am responsible for providing supervision, administration and oversight to a team of Housing Stability case managers and Youth Specialists. - In conjunction with the Program Director, I am responsible for providing supervision, administration and oversight to a team of Housing Stability case managers and Youth Specialists.

Mental Health First Aid Instructor

• Apr 2019 - Oct 2021

Providing community training in Mental Health First Aid and educate individuals about resources that are available in the community for individuals with a mental disorder. Providing community training in Mental Health First Aid and educate individuals about resources that are available in the community for individuals with a mental disorder.

Case Manger

• Apr 2017 - Sep 2019

Develops working relationships and client referral arrangements through regular networking with professionals at other youth-serving agenciesEmpowers youth to identify sources of support and to understand the benefits of connecting with a supportive community.Performs clinical assessment and crisis intervention with youth using a competency-based framework; develops Individual Service Plans and helps clients realize milestones and long-term goals, including housing permanency and mental health recoveryUses evidence-based engagement techniques including assertive engagement, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care to help youth identify strengths and needsConducts individual and group counseling sessions to strengthen connections and identify capacities in youth

Rehabilitation Specialist

• Nov 2015 - May 2017