Housing Specialist Package Handler
Resume:
Dejohn Parish
Highly-dependable, skilled and trained with over 17 years', experience
Philadelphia, PA 19133
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Worked with diverse populations: i.e. adolescence, homeless families, domestic violence survivors, substance abuse and foster care. Looking to continue to improve individuals and families lives CORE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Social Services Professional -Skilled in intakes and assessments
• Comfortable with diverse populations -Able to manage client crises -Good decision
• Crisis management -Comprehensive case management -
• Ability to maintain accurate client records -Excellent relationship building skills making Work Experience
Package Handler
FedEx Ground - Philadelphia, PA
October 2021 to Present
• Sort packages for shipment.
• Sort packages that goes down the line 1-5.
• Anything else that is required for me to do.
Home Health Aide
Elite Home Health Care - Philadelphia, PA
May 2021 to October 2021
• Meal Preparation
• Housework/Chores
• Managing Medications
• Shopping
Casework Supervisor
CHILDREN'S RESCUE FUND CLUSTER MODEL PROGRAM LLC - Bronx, NY August 2016 to January 2020
• Overseen and trained the caseworkers and housing staff to be in compliance with DHS Client Assistance and Rehousing System (CARES) System regarding Intake, Shelter Assessment, Service Plans/ Independent Living Plans, Provider Housing, Transfers/Next Step Transfers, Shelter Discontinuance, Incident Reports, Facility Bed Management, etc.
• Provided advocacy and referral services to ensure clients receive appropriate benefits, entitlements and services thereby enhancing their transition to permanent housing while minimizing the length of time families are homeless.
• Utilized the DHS CARES System Supervisory Function monitor teams' performance. Assess and identify the clients' needs, formulate appropriate plans of service, monitor and document progress of service plans and document all significant interactions with or on behalf of the clients to ensure the clear, effective delivery of service to families and the provision of high quality social services that are in compliance with the State, City and Agency regulations.
• Facilitated effective communication with other staff within an interdisciplinary context, participate in and contribute to staff meetings and the development of policies and procedures.
• Supervised 4 Caseworkers and 2 Housing Specialist to ensure that they are meeting required targets to assist the families in moving to permanent housing.
• Assist with the Quarterly Housing Projection Report to submit to DHS.
• Maintained a Caseload of 30 while in Supervisory Position. Caseworker
CHILDREN'S RESCUE FUND HOUSE EAST - New York, NY
April 2013 to August 2016
• Caseworker Assist other Caseworkers when Supervisors are not available.
• Responsible for Caseload up to 40.
• Promotes the development of positive and supportive community at the shelter by supporting individuals, interacting with children, creating opportunities for group activities in the unit.
• Knowledge of CARES program to enter all client information.
• Conducts intakes, assessments and Psychosocial.
• Coordinates admittance into the shelter.
• Report issues with clients to CW Supervisor, Director, and other staff to ensure the safety of individuals and families.
• Provides emotional support, referrals and resources.
• Attend trainings required by DHS.
• Complete room inspections for clients on Caseload to ensure the rooms are kept neat and clean. Housing Specialist/Housing Planner/ Diversion Specialist SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES - Queens, NY
February 2013 to April 2013
• Provided program information to renters and homeowners related to emergency assistance: verifies income and requirements.
• Collaborated with Case Planners on subsidy funds initiated.
• Assisted individual clients in completing forms and clarifying eligibility for housing assistance; verifies income and other information required for eligibility.
• Assisted in preparing and processing required certification letters.
• Provided tenant and property owner information through regularly scheduled briefing and workshop sessions.
• Worked with Advocates, Brokers and Legal Services.
• Made calculations and processed for release of funds.
• Entered and retrieves data on daily basis and prepares reports to submit to DHS, American Red Cross on FEMA.
Education
B.A in HUMAN SERVICES
Audrey Cohen College - New York, NY
2001
Skills
• Case Management (10+ years)
• Counseling (8 years)
• Microsoft Office (10+ years)
• Documentation (10+ years)
• Case Management
• Microsoft Office
• Management (3 years)
• problem solving (9 years)
• Documentation
• Crisis Management
• Social Work
• Individual / Group Counseling
• Intake Experience
• Intake Experience
• Crisis Intervention
• Home Care
• Group Therapy
Certifications and Licenses
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
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