Coretta Edwards Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Responsible for providing case management to Academy of Hope Adult PCS (AoH) learners toaddress barriers, support academic success, and build self-sufficiency. Adult learners can face a wide range of challenges, which may include homelessness, mental health issues, lack of childcare, or lack of transportation funding. The Student Support Specialist plays a critical role in providing referrals, resources, and motivation to the AoH's adult learning community.

Manhattan, New York, United States

• Provide case management and counseling services by conducting intake, psychosocial, and housing assessments of clients to identify and obtain financial entitlements, housing, and other concrete services (Health Insurance, Food Stamps, SSI, etc.)• In collaboration with each client, prepares and monitors an Independent Living Plan, identifying long and short-term objectives to be achieved• Identifies and makes referrals for community-based treatment and support services• Collaborates with on-site psychiatric provider/nursing/primary care to ensure each client has an aftercare plan• Inputs client information and updates into the database system

Manhattan, New York, United States

• Advocated for placement of patients into community-based treatment settings• Produced and updated organizational records and reports, including organizing budgets and documentation• Collaborated with team members to identify and accomplish agency objectives• Assessed each resident's psychosocial needs• Organized volunteer schedules and assignments to maximize efficiency and program effectiveness.

East Orange, New Jersey, United States

• Recorded and closely monitored patient behaviors and progress to effectively identify changes needing attention• Maintained a calendar of social, recreational, and educational events to enhance patient stays• Prevented patient injuries by providing necessary restraints and appropriate supports• Enhanced patient well-being by supporting participation in recreational activities• Supported and encouraged psychiatric patients to promote health and wellness.

Kearny, New Jersey, United States

Re-entry treatment facility• Developed comprehensive treatment plans focusing on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment of problems• Provided cognitive-based therapy to assist with challenge and crisis resolution• Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports, and progress notes• Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills, and functional living skills• Evaluated patients to determine the need for transfer to specialized inpatient mental health facilities.