Amy Onan Email & Phone Number

Dedicated, energetic and self-motivated professional possessing a blend of skills ranging from youth advocate, adult higher education specialist, background in criminal justice and government, focusing on youth and social services, coupled with a passion for community outreach.

Listed skills include Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Coaching, and 14 others.

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  Client Workforce Coordinator

  Zion Township

  Feb 2019 - Present - 1015 27Th Street

  • Disburse appropriate information to Zion Township constituents in need of assistance• Operate General and Emergency Assistance Department within allotted budgeted amount• Complete intake of prospective GA/EA clients, including verifying information such as residency eligibility, income, and applications to the Department of Human Services and other community resources• Make eligibility decisions after intake interview based on GA guidelines established by the State of Illinois• Approve/deny bills and vouchers issued by the GA department based on GA guidelines established by the State of Illinois• Maintain case records for each client as well as keep hard copies of applications and other pertinent client information ensuring this information remains confidential• Develop individual goal-oriented treatment plans for each case in cooperation with the client and their needs (i.e. Education, certification) and abilities in order to help them achieve employment• Maintain client relationship with monthly status appointments, holding the clients responsible for job search, community work hours, financial management, and substance abuse treatment (in some cases)• Establish and maintain relationships with community agencies and potential work sites • Network with other area social service agencies• Actively research and network with local businesses and organizations to assist in job placements for General Assistance clients