Protection Specialist Case Manager
Resume:
Allisin Johnson
Social Worker
Maywood, IL *****
adxa55@r.postjobfree.com
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Front Door Diversion Program Supervisor
HRDI - Chicago, IL
May 2021 to Present
Supervise and manage a team of five, oversee and provide intake assessments to referrals received from PASS-R screeners and community partners. Network and establish relationships with service providers
(hospitals, nursing homes, shelters, case managers, social workers and PASS-R screeners) Desk Audit intake assessments, determine front door eligibility for potential participants. Oversee housing search, ensure accommodations are participant appropriate, submit weekly reports on referrals and outcomes, provide community based case management to clients refusing treatment at the time of discharge. Director of Special Projects
Inc Tank Inc - Algonquin, IL
March 2017 to Present
Provide training to interns, research analyzation, conduct monthly meetings, coordinate activities, gala's, implement and strategize policy and procedure. Establish relationships with community providers, engage services and create database with providers and potential providers. Creative Special Acquisitions Talent.
Case Manager- Grant Funded
PLCCA - Maywood, IL
November 2020 to December 2020
Work with young adults between 16-24, provide job readiness training, computer literacy, basic independent living skills, resume writing, assess and refer for services. Outreach/ Engagement Specialist/ Front Door Diversion Envision Unlimited - Chicago, IL
August 2019 to August 2020
Work with diverse populations with multi-faceted needs, complete assessments, develop discharge and treatment plans that reflect needs assessed and coordinate linkage to services identified. Provide clients with an alternative to long term institutional placement. Coordinate linkage and referral opportunities for all clients. Complete productivity targets, clinical documentation, service reporting and billing. Participate in weekly WEBEX to discuss numbers and outcomes.
Case Manager/ Individual Service Coordinator
Community Alternatives Unlimited - Chicago, IL
August 2018 to July 2019
Provide case coordination services for eligible recipients, complete administrative processing of referrals from the community. Interact with staff of community agencies that provide day, residential, support and services to clients to coordinate care. Conduct home visits, prepare Pre-Admission Screening Packets, Discovery Tools, Personal Plans, PUNS and ensure case notes are updated into data base daily. Adult Protection Investigator
Solutions for Care - N Riverside, IL
March 2015 to December 2017
Investigate reports of suspected Abuse, Neglect or Financial Exploitation of older adults age 60 and over or those with disabilities aged 18-59. Responsible for ensuring the safety and basic care needs of older adults are being met within the least restrictive environment. Investigations are conducted through objective interaction between the alleged victim, alleged abusers and others in a variety of settings are required. Allegations must be investigated within appropriate time frames, an investigator has up to thirty days to complete assessments, make referrals and determine if additional services are needed. Benefit Consultant
WellCare Incorporated - Chicago, IL
January 2011 to March 2014
Market Medicaid products to all interested eligible candidates, coordinate and conduct approved marketing events, generate referrals utilizing community resources, event planning and community networking, provide ongoing assistance to Medicaid members. Maintain low disenrollment rate with thorough presentations, continuously monitor activities of health industry competitors Independent Contractor Delta- Contractual
T Group - Oak Brook, IL
July 2011 to January 2012
Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, negative behavior, and truancy. Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients, and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.
Child Protection Specialist
Department of Children and Family Services - Rockford, IL June 2010 to June 2011
Receive and investigate reports of physical abuse, sexual abuse and neglect reported by mandated reporters and other sources, assess the immediate safety and risk factors of involved wards of the state and take necessary protection action, make recommendations to supervisor about investigative findings, implement short term services, along with concrete services directly or through family advocates. Assigned to 24 hour on call duty as deemed necessary. Initiate contact with family and foster members, establish rapport with family and foster members, remove wards from homes and locate stable, safe placement.
Job Developer, Employment Coordinator- Grant Funded Bethel New Life - Chicago, IL
May 2009 to May 2010
Perform management functions of planning, implementing, supervising, training and evaluating all aspects of Employment Services. Successfully implemented and coordinated job readiness training program for skilled workers and hard to serve populations within communities and re-entry programs. Develop and manage on campus and off site recruitment programs, job fairs, workshops and seminars. Develop information bank regarding employers' needs with program participants' abilities, skills and interests. Coordinate employability development programs, vocational training program, GED and other adult education programs that will enhance the employability of program participants. Assisted population of ex-offenders, public housing residents, CHA relocation project and Put Illinois To Work.
Pathways Coordinator
Children's Home + Aid - Harvey, IL
August 2008 to May 2009
Responsible for programming and implementing life skills classes, daily curriculum, and recreational activities for teens in Excellence Academy. Create forms and files that were used to assess and assist staff with the intake process and behavior diagnosis of clients. Participate in recruitment and selection process of clients. Obtain file cabinets and folders, for client case information to be housed. Purchase educational, art supplies for creative arts. Contact various business officials and host bi-monthly guest speakers in accordance to monthly topics. Locate employment opportunities and job applications for clients. Provide clients with job readiness training, and resume writing. Work with teens regarding Problem Solving, Positive Conflict resolution and Character Development. Evaluated and reported on each teen's completion and mastery of the curriculum. Develop methods to enhance the quality of services, continuous effort in improving the ability of the program and the importance of performance standards being met. Work with crisis behavior in a therapeutic setting, work with teens that suffer from psychiatric disorders, monitor and provide daily medication while documenting in medication log. Facilitate crisis behavior management group sessions Supervise a team of two, with a focus of importance on education, life skills, employment and vocational training.
Case Manager
Children's Home + Aid - Chicago, IL
June 2003 to August 2008
Create, update and deliver Service plans for Individuals with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities and DCFS wards of the state.
Collaborate with guardians, family members and officials.
Ensure all Individuals documentation met AP-5 standards.
Assess and educate Individuals with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities and DCFS wards of the state.
Research and identify Community resources and make referrals as needed.
Coordinate the delivery of services for Individuals with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities and DCFS wards of the state.
Develop achievable person centered goals for Individuals with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities and DCFS wards of the state.
Education
Masters of Science in Human Services Administration in Human Services Administration
Spertus College of Jewish Studies - Chicago, IL
May 2009
Bachelors of Arts in Social Work in Social Work
Rust College - Holly Springs, MS
April 1998
Skills
• Substance Abuse (10+ years)
• Medicaid (10+ years)
• Prior Authorization
• ICAP (10+ years)
• Case manager (10+ years)
• Assessment (10+ years)
• Mandated Reporting (10+ years)
• Crisis Intervention (10+ years)
• PUNS (8 years)
• Permanency Planning (10+ years)
• Reunification (10+ years)
• QIDP (10+ years)
• IM-CANS (8 years)
• Behavior Management (10+ years)
• Child Protective Services (10+ years)
• Developmental Disabilities Experience (10+ years)
• Group Therapy (10+ years)
• Intake Experience (10+ years)
• Meeting Facilitation (10+ years)
• Social Work (10+ years)
• Workforce Development (10+ years)
• Mental Health Assessor
• Case management
Certifications and Licenses
QIDP Certification
QMHP Certification
LSW
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