Behavior Intervention Specialist

• Jan 2017 - Present

Supported Housing Case Manager of the Court Accounted Adult Home Program

• Jun 2014 - Feb 2016

• Adult Homes, Landmark Settlement that was the catalyst for all other settlements in the Nation; currently in the lead in comparison with others assigned to this task interfaced with the Federal Justice Department, State Level Court Appointed Reviewers and two state agencies.• Coordinate and/or conduct intakes on perspective clients ensuring intakes are scheduled within 3 business days of receipt of referral• Conduct groups for in-reach process and utilizing motivational interviewing skills• Collaborative work with Care Managers from MLTC and HH’s, Care Coordinators, Plaintiffs, Judges, Independent Reviewers, Office of Mental Health & Department of Health Representatives. Show less

Intake Specialist for Suffolk, Nassau & Queens

• Apr 2013 - Jun 2014

• Participate in the admission discharge committee to review applicants for placement; present clients at a committee meeting weekly or as needed• Review all applications and complete a preliminary paper screening• Coordinate and/or complete discharge interviews of clients leaving Federation programs• Serve a liaison throughout admission process• Maintain agency documentation in accordance with all policies as set forth by Office of Mental Health (OMH)• Census and CAIRS reporting; Quarterly Reports; Monthly Reports; Residential Database; Yearly Quotas Show less

Rehabilitative Associate (RA) / Health Office RA

• Nov 2010 - Apr 2013

• Responsible for providing supportive counseling, restorative services, ADL training, and crisis, intervention to people with psychiatric disabilities in a residential program.• Maintained the health office in compliance with both OMH and Occupational and Safety Health Administration (OSHA) Standards• Interfaced with all medical insurance agencies to assure consistent medical coverage for all residents

Rehabilitative Associate (RA) of 3 Units

• Nov 2010 - Apr 2013

• Assisted with relocating and acclimating the RCCA Clients into a transitional community residence• Assisted in the design of the Transitional Community Residential (TCR) Manual• Lead RA assisting new staff; training on progress notes, monitoring medication; conducting service plans• Implemented and facilitated staff trainings in TCR policy and procedure• Assured compliance with State Agency Regulations

Intern/Assistant Caseworker

• Jun 2009 - Jun 2010

• Involved in interviewing family members and speaking with detectives. • Assisted with processing the abuse, from identifying the abuse to home placement. • Trusted agent of the family support team providing positive outlook to dismal situations. • Followed guidelines and policies set forth by CPS. • Involved in interviewing family members and speaking with detectives. • Assisted with processing the abuse, from identifying the abuse to home placement. • Trusted agent of the family support team providing positive outlook to dismal situations. • Followed guidelines and policies set forth by CPS.