DEBRA LYNNE SMITH
**** *******, #*** *******, ***** 77074
*******.*****@*******.***
Summary
Seasoned Health Care / Case Management professional, with expertise in monitoring planned assessments of quality care and management, seeks to utilize 10+ years of demonstrated experience for an employer that will appreciate strong leadership qualities, attentiveness to fine details and consistency at meeting deadlines. This prospect possesses quality networking and resourcefulness in the Health Care Industry, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations despite cultural, socio-economical and age-related differences.
Professional Experience
Case Management – Diverse At-Risk Populations
Reception of homeless, indigent and hurricane evacuee populations
Provided case management for “at-risk” pregnant female teenagers and females above age 35
Assessed health conditions and issues to provide quality health care and assistance
Counseled patients and provided health-related referrals to meet diagnosed psychosocial disorders
Facilitated workshops/ programs encompassing Maternity, Family Planning and Wellness
Served meals and assisted in food preparations weekly, with homeless and indigent populations
Interacted with clients of DayBreak Community Health Center to help resolve concerns
Specimen Management Lab Technician
Participated in the collection and processing of specimens for medical testing
Delivered medical information to the appropriate department in a timely manner
Education / Classroom Instruction
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students
Adaptedteaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Instructed through lectures, discussions and demonstrations to motivate students to analyze and learn creatively
Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
Established and communicated clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects
Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time
Maintained accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by administrative regulations.
Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities; Assigned lessons and correct homework.
Partnered with other professionals using Professional Development Skills Training to seek before learning tools
Employment History
Volunteer, St. John’s UMC / Bread of Life, Inc. & The Beacon - Houston, Texas 2002-
Juvenile Supervision Officer, Harris County Juvenile Probation – Houston, Texas 2015-2015
Direct Care Monitor, Harris County Supervision & Corrections – Houston, Texas 2014-2015
Substitute Teacher, Harris County Juvenile Probation – Houston, Texas 2006-2014
Eligibility Specialist II, Health and Human Services Commission – Houston, Texas 2008-2008
Specimen Management Lab Tech. Quest Diagnostics Incorporated – Houston, Texas 2006-2008
Community Relations Specialist, City of Houston – Houston, Texas 2007- 2007
Reading Teacher, Gulf Shores Open Enrollment Charter School – Houston, Texas 2002-2002
Teacher, Community Education Partners – Houston, Texas 1999-2002
Case Management Aide, City of Houston: Health and Human Services – Houston, Texas 1991-1998
Education
B.S. Health Care Administration (Minor: Gerontology), Langston University – Langston, Oklahoma