VALERIE A. JOHNSON

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Washington, DC 20019 email: ad4umr@r.postjobfree.com OBJECTIVE

To support equity in the implementation of social services that provides to each individual the services that best meets their unique needs for their optimal healing, health and overall wellbeing. HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Proven ability to effectively engage individuals of diverse backgrounds and levels of functioning while developing trusting, empowering and supportive relationships. 5 plus years of Case Management/Community Support Worker experience providing services to clients experiencing poverty, homelessness, addiction, formerly incarcerated along with physical and mental health challenges. 2 years as Site Coordinator under the DC DHS PEP-V Hotel Shelter Program. 20 plus years of community event/meeting planning and management. 16 years in Government Procurement as a Buyer. CPR and First Aid Certification pending renewal. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Site Coordinator:

The Midtown Group with the DHS PEP-V Program, Washington, DC During a two (2) year period I provided services within three of the Pandemic Emergency Program for Medically Vulnerable Individuals (PEP-V). While working three of the PEP-V hotels sites duties, during a12- hour shift, included supporting the coordination of the delivery of services required by individuals experiencing homelessness. As a Site Coordinator my duties include monitoring residents by making note of the time they depart and return to the property while recording their temperature during the heighten part of the COVID check period. Making note of the resident’s condition (mental/physical) upon their daily return to the shelter was also required. Duties also included the delivery of meals, wellness checks, completing laundry tickets for outgoing laundry via a service or self-laundry. Coordinated the development of a resident led crocheting class to provide an engaging and fun activity. I also provided an inspiring historical poster display during Black History Month. Community Support Worker/Housing Liaison Support:

Community Wellness Ventures, Inc., Washington, DC

Established and maintained positive relationships with consumers and other stakeholders while assisting consumers with meeting their mental health, substance use challenges and other personal goals. Conducted one- on-one treatment interventions as prescribed in consumer’s treatment plan and consistent with the needs of the individual served. When appropriate assisted consumers with developing a resume and preparing for job interviews. Supported the consumer with obtaining vital documents required for applying for public benefits to include SSI and SSDI, affordable housing, food resources, rental assistance as well as mental, physical health and addiction recovery services. Within I also served as assistant to the Housing Liaison by assessing the consumer’s situation and working to bring a solution via Pathways to Housing as required by DCHA. Advocated on behalf of individuals served and provided education to support them in becoming empowered by learning to advocate for themselves. Upheld confidentiality requirements for clients and staff. Provided daily reports on encounters with consumers utilizing the agency’s behavioral health data recording module. Community Support Specialist

Anchor Mental Health of Catholic Charities, Washington, DC Provided support with a focus on establishing and maintaining trusting and empowering relationships. Provided case management designed to support consumers with meeting their mental health, substance use challenges and other personal goals. Implemented one-on-one treatment interventions treatment plan consistent with the needs of the individual served. Supported individuals with obtaining needed public benefits as well as mental, physical health and addiction recovery services. Followed up with consumer to ensure in-house and doctor’s VALERIE A. JOHNSON Page 2 of 4

office medical appointments were completed. Advocated on behalf of individuals via the submittal of forms required by the Housing Liaison for DCHA affordable housing applications. Provided psychoeducation in support of empowering individuals be better prepared to advocate for themselves. Supported individuals in utilizing existing strengths and developing others. Upheld confidentiality requirements for clients and staff. Maintained daily case notes in agency’s behavioral health data recording module. Family Support Worker

Family Wellness Center, Washington, DC

Developed, implemented individual and family support plans. Assisted individuals served with accessing needed community resources. Established and maintained trusting and empowering relationships while assisting consumers with meeting their mental health, substance use challenges and other personal goals. Supported consumers with obtaining vital documents and applying for public benefits as well as mental, physical health and addiction recovery services. Upheld confidentiality requirements for clients and staff. Provided daily reports on encounters with consumers utilizing the agency’s behavioral health data recording module. Community Inclusion Specialist:

Saint John’s Community Services, Washington, DC

Supported intellectually and developmentally disabled clients in the development and utilization of basic life in support of their physical, social, emotional wellbeing. I have supported clients with increasing their independence with the aim of improving their ability to function in the community. Planned and implemented daily activities. Prepared meals and provided other assistance as required for daily functioning. Input progress notes every two (2) hours into THERAP, a web-based documentation software. Interfaced, as needed, with nursing and management staff. Accomplishment: Periodically selected to provide in-home support to special needs clients and their families.

Social Work Internship

Bread for the City, Washington, DC

Assess walk-in clients for any need or barrier they were experiencing in the areas of: Public Benefit, Legal Assistance, Food, Homelessness, Education/Training needs, Family/ Social and Employment needs. Provided resume development or editing, and assistance with finding and applying for employment online. Made referrals to the most appropriate internal resources and outside community resources. Established a collaborative relationship with clients for the development of client lead action plan. Conducted biopsychosocial assessments of women applying to the Women Empowered Wellness Program. Supported the women’s wellness program by developing and presenting workshops designed to educate and empower. Entered case notes into two case note modules: eClinicalWorks Health Portal for walk-in clients and Salesforce Psychiatric Rehabilitation Coordinator (Contractor) Contemporary Family Services, Hyattsville, MD

Provided direct services to children and families receiving psychiatric rehabilitation services to support them with developing and/or restoring skills for independent daily living. Developed and implemented individualized rehabilitation plans for clients to meet individual needs, interests, and abilities. Provided Case Management via weekly meetings with consumers and family members in their homes and other locations in the community. Educated clients (when possible) and their family members on how to access community resources to meet each client’s individual needs. Provided information to parents to support school age child’s academic improvement. Collaborated with client’s therapist and documented the collaboration. Monitored person-centered treatment plans and goals. Accomplishment: Received a request for collaboration with client’s therapist based upon demonstrated success with client.

Community Event/Meeting Planner/Coordinator (Volunteer) Montgomery County and Washington, DC

As a community event coordinator/planner I engage with others in order to identify and clarify a community need or concern. Provide support to groups or organizations by designing and implementing programs and activities that educate, inform, and inspire. Select presenters and entertainment. The intention is to encourage the development of both individual and community empowerment. Starting in 1992 provided coordination VALERIE A. JOHNSON Page 3 of 4

support to an annual event in partnership with the Friends of the Library within the Germantown Public Library. Refocused the event to bring attention and solutions to the overrepresentation of African American students in Special Education and suspension. In 2011 I reignited a discontinued annual community event in Washington, DC. Manage all aspects of logistics required for implementation of an annual cultural event that brings 500 plus attendees. Develop agendas, record minutes, plan and facilitate meetings. The focus of this event is the presentation of healing and uplifting energy.

In 2016 coordinated a free Stationary Engineering Training Class, using the DC Public Library meeting rooms. In 2019 begin working with a Neurobehavioral Scientist, Neuropsychologists, Cultural Anthropologist, and others to plan a Black Mental Health Conference scheduled for Spring 2020. This event was postponed due to COVID-19.

EMPLOYMENT

Midtown Group/DHS PEP-V Program 10/2021 – 12/27/2023 Site Coordinator (Temporary):

Community Wellness Ventures, Inc. 03/2021 – 10/2021 Community Support Worker/Housing Liaison

Anchor Mental Health of Catholic Charities, Washington, D.C. 09/2019 – 10/2020 Community Support Specialist

The Family Wellness Center, Washington, D.C. 06/2019 – 09/2019 Family Support Worker (Contractor)

One Care DC, Washington, D.C. 08/2018 – 06/2019

Community Support Worker (Contractor)

Saint. John’s Community Services, Washington, D.C. 09/2017 – 12/2018 Community Inclusion Specialist

Bread for the City, Southeast, Washington, D.C. 09/2017 – 05/2018 Social Work Internship

Contemporary Family Services, Hyattsville, MD 02/2016 – 04/2016 Psychiatric Rehabilitation Coordinator (Contractor) Volunteer Positions 02/1992 – Present

Community Special Event/Meeting Planner (Volunteer) EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

University of the District of Columbia Major – B.S. Degree in Social Work 12/2013 - (6 credits pending) American Red Cross CPR/AED/FIRST AID Certification 03/30/2024 (completed training to renew certification. Certification Card Pending). Prince Georges Community College Major – Psychology & Procurement 2006 to 2010 Montgomery Community College Major - Psychology 1987 to 2003 COMPUTER SKILLS

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Proficient in the use of personal computers and the following applications: Microsoft 365 Outlook, Deltek, S.A.P., Windows 10, Adobe Acrobat, Audio Editing Software, Credible Behavioral Health Web-based Software Application, Sales Force and eClinicalWorks.

References: Available upon request.