Compassionate Care Advocate with a background in handling crisis intervention, advocacy support, and case management. Strong skills in empathetic communication, problem-solving, and collaboration underpin success in this role. Noted for ability to build trust with diverse client base and impact made through dedication to patient well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Care Advocate
New Horizon Family Health Services
Greenville
04.2025 - Current
Educated individuals, families, and youth about behavioral health services.
Cultivated relationships with service providers to coordinate access to necessary services for individuals, families, and youth.
Referred individuals, families, and youth to specialists for additional evaluation or treatment.
Developed and implemented tailored care plans based on individual and family needs.
Identified community resources to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and youth.
Assessed physical, mental, social, and environmental needs of individuals, families, and youth.
Refugee Resettlement Specialist
World Relief Upstate
Greenville
03.2024 - 01.2025
Connected families and youth with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
Delivered direct case management services, including needs assessment, goal setting, and service planning, to families and youth.
Regularly visited clients' homes to assess living conditions and provide necessary support for families and youth.
Educated families about employment, housing, healthcare, and education in the U.S.
Assisted families in scheduling doctor's appointments for their children, as well as vaccine appointments for school enrollment.
Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
Project R.E.S.T
Spartanburg
02.2022 - 03.2024
Provided crisis intervention, safety planning, and advocacy services to victims of domestic violence.
Provided referrals for mental health services for victims and their children, such as counseling or therapy, when appropriate.
Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety of victims and their children in emergency situations.
Informed survivors about issues related to protection orders, child custody arrangements, and immigration status.
Assisted victims in filling out TANF, SNAP, and child care vouchers for financial assistance.
Family Teacher
Hope Center for Children
Spartanburg
10.2021 - 02.2022
Organized and led structured programs of study, recreation, and social activities for youth.
Monitored youths' progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
Provided transportation for youth, as needed, to appointments or other activities outside the residence.
Facilitated group meetings, activities, and workshops for youth to help them develop social and interpersonal skills.
Communicated with staff to resolve problems with individual youth.