Mental Health Manager
Resume:
GERARD A. TAYLOR
Kirkland, WA 98033
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Position as a Technical Recruiter
Qualifications
Strong background with project development and planning. Have trained coworkers using computer technology. Have scheduled projects and training for coworkers. Highly motivated to work with coworkers, enabling them to maximize their productivity. Have effectively counseled and coached clients, coworkers, subordinates, and young people for more than 20 years.
Motivated self starter with ability to multitask and organize work. Demonstrated skills in communication and customer support.
Experience
Therapeutic Health Services, Seattle, WA, March 2008 to November 2010
Vocational Rehab Specialist
Responsible for case management of clients with chemical dependencies and/or mental health issues for a non-profit agency. Worked with clients to assist them in obtaining employment. Worked individually with clients on goal setting, skills/strengths identification, and career planning. Gave presentations to clients regarding vocational benefits, resume preparation, and interviewing skills. Advocate for clients for obtaining DVR support employment. Assist clients in the development of career planning. Assist clients with application forms, resumes, and interviewing skills. Meet regularly with client and employer to assess progress and identify areas of difficulty.
Education
Washington Institute for Mental Health Research & Training, November 2008
B.S. in Human Service Management, University of Phoenix, Seattle, WA, January 2008 3.73 GPA
Coursework included: Communication Skills for Human Service Professionals (communication styles, interviewing and active listening skills); Adult and Family Development (theories on personality development); Case Management; Dependency and Addictions; Advocacy and Mediation In Human Services, Mental Health and Crisis Intervention Practices, Organizational Behavior
Prior Work Experience
Systems Administrator
Seattle Public Schools, Seattle, WA, 1999-2006
Data Center Operations Manager
Overlake Hospital, Bellevue, WA, 1998-1999
Systems Administrator
City of Bellevue, Bellevue, WA 1997-1998; Atlas Copco Robbins, Kent, WA, 1995-1997;
Various Contracting Agencies, Seattle, WA, 1993-1995
Project Coordinator/Systems Administrator
The Boeing Company, Seattle, WA, 1983-1992
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