Recreation Therapist Outreach Worker

Elvis B. James

***** ******* ****** **** ***** Marlboro t, Maryland 20772

240-***-****

Objective

To obtain a position in the field of Teaching in disciplines related to Social Work but not limited to any subject area where I could utilize my strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

CSOSA

2010 - 2015

2016- present

CTF

2011 - 2016

Ponds Recreational Aid Washington, D.C.

Conduct groups through the visual aids / video presentations

Conduct groups on topics such as Self Esteem, Anger Management, Conflict Resolution, Stress Management and Health Related Issues

Assist with providing Recreational Resources to group members.

Report any unusual behavior to the Recreation Therapist

Gathering of supplies in preparation for group activity

2003 – present

Life Stride Inc Case Manager Washington, DC

Team Leader

Rehabilitation Leader

Resource Specialist / Outreach Worker

Provided accountability for the quality of overall clinical care to consumers at Life Stride Inc

Provide support to clients on Financial Entiltlements ( Medicaid, Medicare, Trust Funds, Interim Disability Assistance).

Supervise para-professionals in providing Community Support Services Provide Community Support to client in the community by linking them Resources and Services

Day Services - conduct sessions on Health Education, Community Resources, Goal Planning, Substance Abuse Education, Independent Living Skills, Stress Management, Self Awareness / Self Esteem, Money Management and Anger Management

1998 - 2002

Careco, Inc. Health Care Provider OMRP Assistant /Program Coordinator Washington, D.C.

Supervised and implemented programs plans.

Ensured medical and legal appointments were kept

Attended court reviews, day programs meetings and IHP quarterly meetings.

1994 -1998

Community Services for Autistic People/ Residential Counselor/Rockville Md.

Monitored behavioral modification of clients

Implemented programs, prepared residents for inspection

Took clients out for recreation activities

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) in Social Work 1999, University of the District of Columbia (UDC) Washington, D.C.

Master’s of Social Work (MSW) in Social Work May 2003, from Howard University.

Associate of Science (AA) Business Administration/Data Processing, 1990, Bronx Community College, Bronx New York.

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