High School Finance Specialist

MARCIA BARKER

**** ****** ******, #***

Baton Rouge, LA 70802

(510) 510-***-****

*********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE:

I intensely desire to serve the youth, elderly, and disabled individuals. To contribute to the underserved who cannot achieve self-sufficiency without assistance by applying services and support to help them achieve their goals.

EDUCATION:

Currently enrolled at Walden University to obtain a Bachelor’s in the Social Work program (BSW) (RSW) with a focus on gaining a Master’s Degree (MSW) and a state license (LMSW)

A.A. Social Science, Sacramento City College, Sacramento, CA

Business Certification, Lincoln Business Training Center- Sacramento, CA 1983-1984

High School Diploma, Castlemont High School, Oakland, CA 1982

Skills

HMIS Certification

Training/Coaching

Motivational Interviewing

SOAP/DAP notes

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Vast knowledge of the local housing market

Proven ability to work independently, as an effective and collaborative member of a team

Trauma-Informed

Knowledgeable on Harm Reduction

HOPWA knowledgeable

CPR/Basic First Aid certificates

Management

Organized

Mentor

Development

Flexible

Problem solver

Motivator

Build supportive and respectful working relationships with individuals who are dual diagnosed with mental illness & substance abuse issues

WORK EXPERIENCE

Care Coordinator April 2021-PRESENT

Bay Area Community Services – HHIS & HCS programs, Oakland, CA

-Communicate and collaborate consistently with diverse populations and cultures

-Partner in introducing and implementing new improvements to the program and services

-Manage paperwork in conjunction with County expectations including Core documents, referral forms, applications, and surveys

-Act as liaison between community Partners including social services agencies. mental health service providers, and housing authorities’ agencies

-Productively maintain housing caseload of Partners referred by the county

-Participate in training and contribute assistance to peers/new hires

-Responsible for promoting community good health progress utilizing capabilities of trustworthiness and efficiency

Medical Case Manager-May 2020-April 2021

East Oakland Community Project (EOCP) – HOPWA Program, Oakland, CA

-Provide clinical case management to individuals with HIV/AIDS health diagnosis

-Support individuals in securing stable housing, building independent living skills, and

-Connect to community resources

-Provide psychological and emotional services/support

-Gather statistical data to monitor program effectiveness and input for weekly and monthly reports

-Collaborate with public benefits programs, chemical dependency services, and health facilities within the social service agencies in Alameda County

-Provide crisis assessment and management, treatment/safety plans, behavior assessments, diagnosis, suicide assessment, and interventions

-Facilitate weekly workshops on budgeting and employment services

Intake Coordinator-January 2018-May 2020

The Salvation Army-Adult Rehabilitation Center, Oakland, CA

-Oversee the Adult Rehabilitation Center intake process to ensure all laws, and regulations were administered

-Teamed with Parole agencies, Social Workers, Criminal Justice Professionals, and family members to guarantee success for each enrolled individual

-Developed unique outreach/fundraising techniques to increase enrollment and contributors’ participation through presentations and community events

-Educated contributors about the Salvation Army mission, programs, and services

-Implemented and supported new policies and procedures to achieve set goals

-Maintained integrity in the community and with each participant's involvement

Administrator/Case Manager-November 2012-January 2018

True Life Ministries, Residential Program, Oakland, CA

- Managed Homeless individual's caseload

- Created treatment plans to evaluate and monitor individual progress

- Trained and implemented employment programs, living skills, and Christian program

- Conduct fundraisers to accumulate donations for the ministry

- Gather and provide resources through community outreach effects

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