Harm Reduction Coordinator

• Feb 2023 - Present

• Nov 2021 - Feb 2023

• Jun 2019 - Nov 2021

ENROLLMENT SPECIALIST, NYC DEPT. OF SOCIAL SERVICES• Review/verify documents submitted by applicants, using guidelines to determine initial eligibility for IDNYC card• Prepares and or fill out summary activity reports by indicating work performed on a daily/weekly basis• Assisting applicants and potential applicants during application process and conduct outreach and engage with public and private entities while maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity during processing and engagement• Provide direction/information to applicants and prospective applicants at the enrollment center by answering questions, guiding persons and providing list of eligible documents and other IDNYC program information• Provide information onsite and at offsite venues by answering questions engaging in conversations with prospective applicants/organizations/community committees informing these entities about applying for the IDNYC card• Enters/codes information obtained during the application processing, meetings, outreach events by accessing the Muni Enrollment System (MES) from standard forms/applications to ensure that records are complete/accurate and current Show less

Case Manager

• Aug 2018 - Mar 2019

Conduct an initial assessment of incoming clients who are referred from the shelter system ● Conduct psychosocial evaluations ● Connect clients to psychiatric services ● Connect clients to medical treatment & substance abuse treatment facilities when applicable ● Obtain identification, public benefits and other applicable income sources for clients ● Meet regularly with clients to assess needs, encourage harm reduction, and develop service plans ● Prepare all documentation for housing applications; Assist and counsel clients in the process of obtaining permanent housing ● Maintain record keeping in compliance with agency standards as well as those of City and State agencies ● Intervene in crisis situations ● Escort clients to appointments when needed ● Performs other related duties as assigned. Show less

Day Habilitation Assistant

• Jun 2012 - Sep 2016

Care for developmentally disabled adults ● Assist Consumers with daily life skills ● Teach healthy and hygienic behavior to Consumers ● Directs services to people served based upon their choice and person centered planning in an individualized service plan. ● Implements all daily activities including community integration, in-house activities, skills training, guest speakers, volunteer activities, travel training, adaptive technology, and physical assistance ● Reports information regarding people’s well being to the designated supervisor re: advocacy, health, and emotional issues. Communicates any or all issues to the Independent Living Specialist, and supervisors. Show less