LaTanya Christopher
Salisbury, MD *****
***************@*****.***
Seeking to build continuous opportunities for growth-oriented organizations. Also, I hope to assist with bringing a dynamic change to the existence of your organization, the administrative leadership, and direction of the organization.
Skills
o40 Hour Basic Mediation Skills
oCase Management
oDocumentation
oProblem solving
oCounseling/Facilitation
oPublic Speaking
oIntake & Assessments
oProgram Development
oMeeting Facilitation
oCurriculum Development
oWorkforce Development
oGrant and Proposal writing
oFinancial Planning
oStrategic Planning
oSupervisory Skills
oMicrosoft Office
oMicrosoft Word
oMicrosoft PowerPoint
oMicrosoft Excel
oMicrosoft SharePoint
oFirst Aid and CPR
oMarketing/ Mail Chimp
oScheduling
Education
Masters Administration of Human Services (MSHS)
Wilmington University - New Castle, DE April 2017 to May 2022
Bachelors Social Work (BSW)
Salisbury University - Salisbury, MD August 2014 to Dec 2016
Associates Chemical Dependency Counseling (AAS)
Wor- Wic Community College- Salisbury MD Aug 2011 to May 2014
Work Experience
Crisis Counselor
Life Crisis Center Sept 2024 to Present
oProvide on-call crisis support via hotline services to individuals facing emotional distress, homelessness, or suicidal thoughts.
oProvide immediate crisis intervention and emotional support to individuals experiencing crisis
oConduct risk assessments for suicide, self-harm, and violence, and develop safety plans.
oMaintain a calm and compassionate demeanor when de-escalating high-intensity situations.
oCollaborate with community resources, law enforcement, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and support.
oDocument cases thoroughly and ensure compliance with confidentiality and ethical guidelines.
Family Engagement Specialist
Shore Up! Inc Jan 2023 to Feb 2024
oSupervise Family Engagement program
oPlan and Organize Family Engagement Activities
oAssist families with Transitions
oCollaborate and Train Family Service Workers
oIntern Supervisor
Director of DDA Programs
CHNS, Salisbury MD July 2022 to Jan 2023
oSupervise Staff
oFacilitate Meetings
oDevelop DDA programs
oCommunity Outreach
oScheduling
oDevelop PCP
oCollaborate with families
Coordinator of Community Services (CCS)
Medical Management and Rehabilitative Services, Linthicum MD Sept 2021 to July 2022
oCase management
oPCP planning
oCoordinate meetings
oData entry LTSS, SharePoint & PCIS2
oHealthcare Management
PSC Case Manager, Adult Drug Court
Wicomico County Circuit Court - Salisbury, MD Nov 2018 to Sept 2021
oLink Resources
oComplete Intake/ Assessments
oCase Management
oWorkforce Development
oCommunity Outreach
oTrain Intern
Lead Addictions Counselor
Focus Point Behavioral Health - Princess Anne, MD March 2017 to Nov 2018
oCommunity Outreach & Marketing
oVolunteer/Intern Supervisor
oGrant Writing
oEmployment & Workforce Development
oCounseling
oFacilitate Groups
oTreatment Plans
Administrative Assistant
Salisbury University - Salisbury, MD May 2015 to Oct 2016
oAnswer Phone
oData entry
oWork Orders
oFinancial Reports
Social Work Intern
Shady Pines Adult Daycare - Salisbury, MD Sept 2015 to May 2016
oCase Management
oAdvocate for client
oIntake and Assessment
oCommunity Assistance
oCare Plans
References Upon Request