Andre Hobbs
***-***- **** *********@***.*** Rockford, IL
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Supervisory Skills
Case Management
Outreach/Advocate/
Mentor
Great Communicator
Hard Worker
Strategic Problem Solver
Positive Influencer
Highly customer/client-centric with expertise cultivating relationships through active listening, goal setting, group and independent objectivity, facilitating support groups, court advocate, county jail/prison outreach, and mentor.
Tenacious in performance and professionalism and forging strong relationships. Efficient time manager prioritizes task well and completes accurately. Solution-focused style in management; excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills, computer skills/Microsoft Office, M-Power, CCI Database, Monthly Demographics and Programmatic (D&P) reporting.
Results-proven offering success exceeding established goals, implementing strategies, processes, and hard work that significantly improve goals to be achieved. Good management skills.
Professional Experience
Rockford Rescue Mission
Rockford, Illinois 2019-2023
Guest Advocate/Case Manager
Working Relationships
Client
Satisfaction
Managed caseload fifteen men- a comprehensive assessment that addresses the resident’s physical, emotional and spiritual health, support systems, educational needs, financial resources, advocacy and referrals
Facilitated groups and classes. Occasional transporting of residents to appointments, off-site retreats, and resident events
Developed trusting relationships with residents to help them achieve set goals. Actively participate in the character growth and development of residents
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Rosecrance
Rockford, Illinois 2017 -2018
Unit Specialist
Working Relationship
Client
Satisfaction
Ensured patient service records are maintained consistent with required rules and regulations
Consulted with the members of the treatment team and plan daily therapeutic direction for designated shift.
Read all logs and obtain pertinent information from staff of previous shifts, counselors, teachers, etc.
Facilitated focal group discussion sessions.
Transported patients to NA/AA group meetings
Complied with all the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of conduct.
Performed all responsibilities in compliance with the mission, vision, values and expectations of Rosecrance
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Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Rockford, Illinois 2013 -2016
Program Coordinator
Working Relationship
Client
Satisfaction
Managed Reentry Program with over 200 returning citizens with the most violent offenses; case managed and intakes, report writing, exercised good judgement, plans, and detail oriented, trained staff, team oriented, understood and complied with agency’s policies and procedures
Facilitated Overcomers Support Group, Become Employed and Best Jobs Group with Employment Skills School classes
Visited weekly clients who reoffended and encouraged activities in line with the client’s needs and capabilities
Constructed lasting community partnerships and resources
Rockford Rescue Mission
Rockford, Illinois 2009-2013
Case Manager /Coordinator
Working Relationships
Client
Satisfaction
Managed caseload of twelve to fifteen men-develop goals related to recovery
Facilitated groups and classes including Winnebago Jail
Reported monthly board reports for Winnebago Jail
Transported clients to court/ appointments
Education, Certificates
University of Colorado Online Courses 2016
Certified NCRS 2012
Certified Genesis Counselor 2011
Community Involvement
Rockford Against Violent Environment Network (R.A.V.E.N.) 2013-16
References upon Request