Santos Howe
Norman, OK 73072
405-***-**** (cell)
******.******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a rewarding and challenging part time position with an
organization where my case management experience and abilities will enable
me to make a strong immediate contribution and allow me the opportunity for
growth and advancements.
EDUCATION
Cameron University, Lawton, Oklahoma
. Bachelor of Science in Psychology
. Minor in Spanish
CERTIFICATION
The Oklahoma Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services - September 2009
. Completed 12 hours for Certified Behavioral Health Case Management
Training
EXPERIENCE
Rockwood Elementary / Department of Human Services Program
Oklahoma City, OK
Foster Grandparent, October 2010-Present
Counsel and aide children from the 2nd grade through the 5th grade with
emotional and academic problems to create a positive growth pattern. Assist
students with their homework and help them improve their reading levels.
Hope Community Center Oklahoma
City, OK
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, July 2006 - May 2009
Counseled adults with mental illness and substance abuse problems in their
home and at Hope Community Center to assist with independent living.
Provided transportation to and from doctor's appointments, food pantries
and other community organizations or services, when needed. Counseled
clients individually, in family or in other small groups regarding plans
for meeting clients needs. Compiled records, accessed and received reports
entered into the computer system. Attended weekly staff meetings along
with translation for Hispanic clients, when needed.
Gary E. Miller Children's Justice Center
El Reno, OK
Case Manager / Drug and Alcohol Counselor, October 2005 - July 2006
Counseled clients individually, in family and other small groups regarding
substance abuse issues. Planned and organized activity sessions involving
crafts, games and physical education. Referred clients to community
resources or to other organization s for assistance with school or job
placements services. Complied records and accessed reports entered into
the computer system. Attended weekly staff meetings. Translated for
Hispanic clients as needed.
Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services
San Antonio, TX
Child Protective Services Investigator, September 2000-September 2005
Received referrals and investigated cases regarding physical, emotion and
exploitation of minor children. Provided transportation to children in
state custody. Made appropriate referrals for children in custody for
counseling services, foster care, family reconciliation and clothing.
Prepared Individual Educational Plans for children in state custody.
Prepared reports and reviewed information entered into the computer.
Attended weekly staff meetings. Translated for Hispanic clients as needed.