Byron Coleman, LMSW

PO Box ***

Yonkers, NY *****

914-***-****

914-***-****

Email:ace8mr@r.postjobfree.com

Byron B. Coleman, LMSW, is an accomplished professional in the field of

Social Work and a Human Rights Commissioner for the City of Yonkers, NY.

Byron is the Coordinator for a monthly student retention workshop for the

College of New Rochelle. Prior to graduating from the Silberman School of

Social Work at Hunter College, Byron played a major role in, developing and

implementing The Employment Project, a program that boasts of monumental

strides for employing and housing previously incarcerated persons in

Westchester County, NY.

Byron is a Program Coordinator who believes in holding himself and others

accountable, who is very effective and efficient in managing programs. Has

the ability to motivate staff in order to produce high productivity. This

is evident when he received a perfect rating on NYS HUD funded programs

audit.

In my professional life, I have worked in several administrative

capacities. As a Program Coordinator, Senior Case Manager, Assistant

Project Director, and Instructor. There are a number of workshops that I

have facilitated related to client and staff development.

I have participated in specialized trainings such as Undoing Racism,

Conflict Resolution Management, CPR/First Aid. These experiences has

groomed me to now be efficient and effective as an Administrator in the

field of Social Work. The position I am interested in applying for is the

"Social Worker" position within organization that will welcome my diverse

experience.

Please allow my attached resume to highlight some of my work experience.

This allows only a peak into the sundry person, that has been shaped by

life's encounters. I am confident, if given an opportunity I will be a

valuable asset to your organization.

SUMMARY of SKILLS

Databases: HMIS, MRI, CDB, OSOS, WIA, CPRS, HOMES

Monthly/Weekly Reporting: Department of Community Mental Health, Housing

and Urban Development, Office Mental Health, Provider/Client Service Match,

rent actual, rent edits, PMI report, Department of Social Service tracker

report, weekly vacancy report, weekly program progress report, Department

of Social Services referral report, rent reasonableness report, monthly

program report, client roster (weekly & monthly), unit damage report,

Single Homeless Assessment Center assessments, and Annual Program Reports,

HOMES monthly veterans progress report

Objective

To obtain the "Social Worker" position where I can utilize my education,

and experience, which will allow me to be a major asset in the growth, and

success of your agency.

Summary of Qualifications;

. Motivational and leadership skills, problem solving and analytical

skills.

. Ability to work well independently/ team player.

. Good communication/interpersonal skills Bi-lingual Understand Spanish

. Capable of working well under pressure and exceptional at multitasking

. Dependable, self-motivated and a conscientious hard worker

Education/Certification:

Masters in Social Work at Hunter College School of Social Work

Bachelors of Arts Degree at The College of New Rochelle

Provisional Certificate for School Social Worker NYS Ed Dept. #820452141

exp 1/31/19

New York State Licensed Social Worker #092368 exp 6/30/17

Work Experience;

Westhab Inc. Elmsford NY

2010- Pres. RAP Coordinator /HUD-VASH Case Manager Lead Assessment team to

conduct outreach for single homeless adults and veterans. Manage four

homeless facilities, population includes but not limited to mental health

disabilities, substance or alcohol abuse, people living with HIV/AIDS.

Participate in proposal and budget development, recruit new landlords,

resolve rental discrepancies, negotiate lease terms and rental agreements.

Conduct inspections, Liaison for landlord tenant relations. Provides weekly

and monthly housing reports as required. Track new and existing units for

housing programs, process monthly reports to finance department for rental

payments to landlords,

Ensure apartments comply with HRA Scatter Site and OMH Supported Housing

regulations as well as all other federal, state and city regulations

Westhab Inc. Yonkers N.Y

2007-Pres. Senior Case Manager/Assistant Project Director. Develop,

implement and supervise new reentry program, Budget Modification, Program

Analyses, Design Research instrument to better serve current population.

Supervise two Case Managers, conduct chart audits to ensure compliance with

OSOS State regulations. Monitor contract compliance, and ensure that the

program meets federal reporting requirements; provide statistical and

narrative reporting. Liaison between Westchester County District Attorney's

office, Westchester County Division of Parole and Westhab, Inc. to ensure

the successful reentry of ex-offenders in securing housing and obtaining

employment. Facilitate groups, Breaking Barriers, Criminal Thinking

Addictive Behavior patterns, and lifestyles.

Westhab Inc. Yonkers N.Y

2006- 2008. Senior Case Manager of Adult Services.

Conduct intakes upon entry into homeless residence, review SHAC assessment

and recommendations. Develop Individual Living Plan with each resident.

ensure the integration of services for individuals and supervision of

staff. Review policies and procedures with staff.

Ensure individuals rights are protected and supervise the implementation of

program plans.

Assist residents to obtain Department of Social Services benefits.

Monitor, and assist residents complete job club program. Facilitate

Decision Making and Breaking Barriers workshops.

Saint Joseph's Medical Center, Yonkers N.Y

2005-2006 Instructor. Facilitate Decision Making and Goal Setting groups,

at treatment facility/Pursued B.A degree at The College of New Rochelle.

McGregor Fac. Wilton N.Y

1998-2004 HIV/AIDS Trainer/Facilitator. Facilitate prisoners on the four

stages of infection, who gets it, and who doesn't. Testing procedures .

Teaching classification for AIDS as per the definition from the Center for

Disease Control. Network for HIV/AIDS individuals obtain transitional

housing once released from prison

Fern Cliff Manor, Yonkers, NY

1997-1998 Residential Program Aide: Assisted patients with daily living

activities provided personal care, nutritional diets and meal preparation,

maintained and operated medical equipment Van driver, prepare daily and

misbehavior reports.

Abbott House, White Plains, NY

1988-1992 Residential Program Aide/House Manager: Scheduled medical

appointment, lead counsel sessions for conflict resolutions, Assist in

parent/child sessions, drive clients to home visits.

Westchester Arc, White Plains, NY

1986-1987 Residential Program Aide: Provided personal care to adults with

developmental disabilities, promoted community awareness, understanding and

receptivity of persons with disabilities, promoted advocacy for adults with

disabilities.

Leake & Watts Yonkers, NY

1986-1986 Residential Counselor Provided parent/client-related services to

meet the personal needs of emotionally disturbed clients to independence

and stability. Drive clients to and from home visits.

Certificates

Yonkers Human Rights Commissioner

Apprenticeship in Counselor

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Criminal Thinking Addictive Behavior Instructor/Facilitator Certification

Relapse Prevention Facilitator

HIV/AIDS Coordinator/Instructor /Facilitator

Breaking Barriers Instructor Certification/Facilitator

CPR/First Aid Certification

Conflict Resolution Management Training Certification

Decision Making and Goal Setting Certification

Undoing Racism Instructor Certification

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