Independent Living Housing Specialist

Sonam B. Willow

Contact info: cell#: 518-***-****, home: 518-***-**** work; 518-***-**** ext. 1048

Mailing address: 1626 Woolsey St. Schenectady NY 12303 *******@*****.***

Qualifications:

1.Current Certifications and Licensures: Telehealth Certified; 2020 Licensed Master Social Worker ( New York State); C.R.C. (Certification in Rehabilitation Counseling 2019 )

2.Academic Degrees: MSW (Master in Social Work), University at Albany, Albany, NY; BS (Bachelor’s in Science in Sociology & Social Work), College of Saint Rose, Albany, NY; A.A. (Associate in Arts), Fulton-Montgomery Community College, Johnstown, NY

3.Proficiency processing & preparing Data Collection by effective use of software including on line planning documents and reports; Special skill for engaging in person and on line communications including internet communication education and public relations. Resource developer with community and college interface. Job Development and Job Retention

Technology Proficiency

1. Microsoft Office Suite

2. C.A.M.S (Case Access Management Software)

3. NYAIL (New York Independent Living case management software administering OHS program)

4. NETCIL (NetCIL uses Microsoft Access and SQL Server databases. data collection client/customers

5. Social media including FACEBOOK, Instagram, Twitter & TikTok, LinkedIn

Professional Experience

01/22/2020-Present INDEPENDENT LIVING CENTER OF THE HUDSON VALLEY

Jobs include: Benefits Advisor (SSDI/SSI); FEABD enrollment Specialist for Medicaid/Medicare

Housing Transition Specialist for Olmstead Housing Subsidy (rental payment administration)

Develop and publicize agency thru training and promotional activity to grow referral base. Advise/Advocate for individuals with disabilities to successfully receive SSI/SSDI and other health insurances. Counsel, guide and peer counsel to manage emotional concerns. Guide and provide referrals to enhance employability. Job Development as needed thru link shares and skills analysis. Aid in seeking affordable housing thru networking and direct support to apply for rental properties. Maintain housing data base. Assess for eligibility to OHS housing program and Outreach in person and by virtual means to inform and educate. Job Development as needed.

02/18/2004 – 11/29/2019 NYSED/ACCES-VR Albany, NY

School to Work Transition Jobs Counselor/VRC

Guide, Assess, for comprehensive development and academic and career analysis to affect Individualized Plans for employment and training. Generate per policy payment per federal standards to initiate and monitor authorizations for College and Trade Schools or Employment Programs in NY. Advise students and families for best match for options in order to complete programs and job goals. Authorized funding and monitor compliance for same. Track achievement and milestones. Assistive technology assessor. Case load: 250+ students and adults. Generated Individual Plans for Employment and initiated and justified funding for same for education completion, technology, driving licenses, and part and full time employment. Community and College network in NY State. Internship supervisor: SUNYALBANY MSW students and pending University of Buffalo counseling program.

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02/19/96 -02/15/04 The Independent Living Center of the Hudson Valley Troy, NY

Benefits Planning Assistance and Outreach Coordinator

Responsible to design technical trainings, coordinate meetings, and train/teach individuals with disabilities and businesses key facts about social security work incentives to sustain Federal Social Security Grant through on line date management system. Design and provide in person and on-radio Provide verbal and written trainings in the community: Social Security Work Incentives, Medicaid/Medicare programs, housing and vocational rehabilitation services. Advocate by phone and in person to achieve Advocacy for Disability needs and increased funding. Processed network to aid passage related legislation including the Ticket to Work Work Improvement Act and Timothy’s Law. Provided individual and group advisement to disabled youth and adults to aid in independent living. Supervised University at Albany Masters in Social Work Interns 2002-2004.

1992-1995 Our Lady of Angel's/St. Patrick's Summer Youth Activities/Lunch Program

Director/Pay Roll Officer

Wrote and Implemented Fire & Safety Health Plans and policy. Director of First Aid and Health Svs with Advance EMT training. Hired, Supervised and implemented payroll for 4-6 staff. Designed and monitored programming for youth deemed at risk including monitoring of food services program. Canvassed and registered youth participants. Taught Mediation to resolve conflicts with peace table communication skills training GirlScouts to aid in learning to actively listen and respond. Monitor/Manage time sheets and payroll.

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