Experience

Homeless Services Center

• United States
• Medical Practices

• • Dec 2013 - Present

  • Engaging re-entry and homeless clients in case management• Working with Probation and Parole to provide services for AB109 clients• Permanent Supportive Housing services to 180/180 clients• Community Outreach Work with HSC participants to identify and develop a pathway to housing that is Individualized and evidence-based. • Act as primary liaison between client and multiple agencies • Assist clients in obtaining any and all public benefits for which they are eligible • Participate in eligibility process through screening and selection of residents • Perform intake interviews, assessments, and assist participants in developing individual case plans • Interact with any volunteers by providing leadership, support, and positive role modeling • Participate in the planning and providing of educational, informational and support groups for the Participants• Develop and maintain accurate written case records including intake, assessment, ongoing case plan, and progress notes • Meet all administrative requirements including record keeping, HMIS, staff meetings, etc. • Maintain confidentiality and treat participants with dignity and respect at all times • Assist Program Manager in overall administration of program Show less

• • Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

  SECURITYAssist in the security and supervision of clients in or around campus buildings, facilities and adjacent areas. Oversee and assure appropriateness of client conduct on or around campus. Prepare and maintain related records including incident reports, "ban lists" and security log. Perform related duties as necessary in an emergency. Additional duties, including garbage removal and donation assistance as required.LOFT OVERNIGHT CAMPUS SUPERVISOR*Maintain a safe, secure and clean RCC/PSCH environment.*Check-in with all RCC clients each shift; tend to medical and emotional needs as appropriate.*Use common sense and good judgment in responding to emergency or crisis situations. Call upon community resources for assistance and understand when/how to use those resources.*Respond appropriately to potential antagonistic encounters using de-escalation techniques prior to seeking assistance from outside sources (e.g. Santa Cruz P.D.)*Answer all incoming phone calls while on shift.*Perform nightly cleaning and custodial duties.*Serve breakfast each morning.*Understand, communicate, and apply RCC program rules.*Communicate with other HSC safety staff throughout the night.*Review and maintain accurate shift log entries addressing behavioral issues and/or unusual activities.*Attend staff and agency training meetings as required.*Be a team player and abide by component and agency guidelines in working within the scope of practice, and adhering to ethical professional standards.*Communicate in a professional manner when dealing with clients, staff and other outside agencies. Show less



Encompass, Community Recovery Services

• On call Drug and Alcohol Counselor

  • 2012 - Present

  *Facilitating AA, NA, A.V.P, Anger Management, Men's Group, Accountability Group *Assessments, Intakes *Drug testing clients provide counselling to individuals regarding the use and effects of alcohol and drugs provide counselling to pregnant women about the effects of drugs and alcohol on the fetus, as requested *accept referrals from individuals, families and agencies in the community *provide group counselling, as requested *ensure legislation, standards and guidelines are being followed *maintain strict confidentiality guidelines regarding all clients, conversations and referrals Show less



Friends Outside: Stockton

• Mentor

  • 2011 - 2011

  *Mentoring ReEntry clients to have a successful transition to the community *Connecting clients with resources *Helping clients build a strong support system outside the institutions *Mentoring ReEntry clients to have a successful transition to the community *Connecting clients with resources *Helping clients build a strong support system outside the institutions



Si Se Puede Freedom House S.L.E

• House Manager

  • 2010 - 2011

  *Intakes and Assessments *Drug Testing Clients *Conducting House meetings *Implementing Conflict Resolution among Clients *Supervising 20 clients in regards to their Recovery from Addictions *Intakes and Assessments *Drug Testing Clients *Conducting House meetings *Implementing Conflict Resolution among Clients *Supervising 20 clients in regards to their Recovery from Addictions