Josephine (Jo) Amato, Csw, Msw Email & Phone Number

Director

Brandon, Florida, Us

American Population. Completed proposal, program development and community marketing plan addressing the new Florida School Safety Legislative Initiative Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety bill 7026 for the Bay Area Behavioral Services, Inc. The program addresses wrap around seamless school mental health services.

Designing Lifestyle for the Modern American Latina

Alexandria, Virginia, Us

Worked on a team with the Olson Group to address an After Action Report for Emergency Operations for a Community Health Care Agency in Puerto Rico (Health Pro Med).

Completed program development and grant application for FRIENDS Support Inc. Grant Application was for an county-wide parental and caregiver educational program to the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. Assisted FREINDS Support Inc. in creating streamlined organization mission statement and goals. Directed FRIENDS Support Inc. Board of Directors for strategic planning and program management systems of quality assurance.

Completed program development and grant application for the Davis Rojas Foundation in the application for IRS VITA Grant. The VITA Grant addressed a County Wide tax application access for the under-served community within the Hispanic American Population. Created a complete program format, quality assurance management systems and strategic planning for future applications.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Member of Battalion Command Team as spouse of one of 20 command-sponsored families stationed in Kuwait. Wife of Commander at Base Support Battalion-North, I volunteered support to Camp Buehring and the families of Area Support Group-Kuwait. I assisted in supporting unit morale, strength, mission and family readiness. I assisted in completing a family medical information booklet to assist dependents in a seamless obtainment of medical services in Kuwait. Provided linkages of non-profit support groups with Camp Buehring Command and MWR. Provided linkages with government leader with troops, Camp Buehring Command and MWR. I supported unit morale by organizing events for ASG families. I continuously assisted in providing positive support and relationship development with host nation nationals.

Administered individual and familial therapeutic sessions for Arab and American families. Assisted clients in reaching set therapeutic and behavioral goals. Implemented care plans and educational instruction for families. Conducted comprehensive psycho-social assessments and crisis intervention. Assisted clients and familial units with developing coping and problem-solving skills. Assisted marital partners with developing communication skills and relationship strength building.

Supported unit strength, mission and family readiness. Supported the Commanders lead of 1st SWTG 15th Anniversary 4 day Celebration. Raised $120,000 in direct funds, goods and services in a 3 month period. Coordinated with Commanders, Community Leaders and businesses owners across the country to create a dedicated support system for soldiers and their families. Created and implemented a long term fundraising strategy, which continuously raises 1,000 to 2,000 quarterly for the multitude of units within the command. Provided leadership to family members and soldiers in completing FRG mission task. I also created supportive team atmosphere for family members to actively participate in the unit mission. Completed 1800 volunteer hours.

Salinas, California, Us

Managed a caseload of 15 to 30 clients. Implemented care plans & educational instruction for chronically mentally ill adults. Conducted comprehensive psycho-social assessments & crisis intervention. Administered individual and familial therapeutic sessions to assist clients in reaching set goals. Assisted clients and familial units with understanding & managing chronic mental illness, coping skills, problem-solving skills, substance abuse, domestic violence. Participated in multidisciplinary meetings & coordinated with team as well as hospital staff on patient care. Coordinated linkages to community, state & federal resources.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Managed a caseload of 80 to 150 clients for migrant & immigrant population. Implemented care plans & educational instruction for all of the clients. Conducted comprehensive psycho-social assessments & crisis intervention. Administered short-term therapeutic sessions that were culturally relevant for individuals & families. Assisted families with issues of domestic violence, pregnancy, birth options, stress, grief, parenting, coping skills, problem solving skills, mental health issues, and substance abuse. Created tools to streamline program objectives & maximize client services. Participated in multidisciplinary meetings & coordinate multidisciplinary care plans as well as conferences. Created & conduct provider training. Coordinated linkages to community, state & federal resources.

Washington, Dc, Us

Coordinated the opening of a new social service agency satellite office in Seattle, Washington for paralyzed veterans. Coordinated patient care with the Spinal Cord Injury Unit in the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Seattle, Washington. Performed case management duties for paralyzed veterans & their families. Performed outreach and referral services for the veterans as well as their familial systems. Conducted crisis intervention and personalized searches for childcare, elder care, schools, financial resources, counseling services, housing, attendant care, employment, and volunteer opportunities. Managed service coordination for veterans in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Northern Montana. Assisted veterans with spinal cord injury or dysfunction to identify and secure available state and community resources outside the VA system. Facilitated veteran’s community living and enhance their quality of life through direct social work intervention. Conducted consumer assessment and case management plans.

Managed state sponsored oral health care grant and all aspects of program initiatives. Assisted Association’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dental Committee & Oral health Center Executives in coordinating, enhancing and expanding health center dental services for under-served populations. Organized and developed training opportunities for health center staff. Initiated and produced a training conference. Participated in statewide oral health coalition. Researched, collected, and distributed model health center policies. Facilitated the development of quality assurance programs and peer exchanges. Provided staff support and conducted committee meetings. Prepared monthly and quarterly reports for program and grant evaluation and budget maintenance. Supervised the establishment of Internet web site. Created, produced, and distributed quarterly newsletter. Assisted member clinics with the recruitment of health care providers. Researched and compiled grants for funding opportunities. Compiled information on program initiatives for future managed care projects. Evaluated program impact.

Investigated allegations of discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, state and local human rights laws. Conducted interviews, investigatory conferences, and negotiated conciliatory agreements with all parties involved. Created and instructed several training courses, informational presentations, and performed extensive public relations duties. Produced detailed reports and managed an extensive caseload. Maintained and evaluated all prevalent information and recommended a decision of determination.

Researched and compiled plausible grants for a variety of nonprofit agencies. Created and submitted grants to several funding sources for a Legal Referral Program. Constructed standard operating procedures for the program.

Operating within a cost containment unit I represented Social Service clients in Social Security Administrative Law Judge Hearings. In advocating for clients I developed cases with detailed medical and psychiatric evidence. I performed psychosocial assessments and intensive case management. In performing my duties, I retained skilled knowledge of Social Security policies, Public Assistance policies, medical terminology, medical assessments, psychiatric assessments and expected behaviors, and supportive services important to the client base. Worked within a multidisciplinary team of professionals in creating long-term goals so clients would achieve & maintain selfsufficiency. The team of professionals included physicians, psychiatrist, psychologist, social workers, and several specialized not-for-profit agencies located in the client’s immediate community. Duties included discharge planning, crisis intervention, and long term care goal attainment. I continuously provided bio-psycho-social needs assessments of my clients throughout my intervention and developed individual service plans. Attended monthly one on one case conference reviews with immediate supervisor to ensure the quality of client service. Developed successful information and referral services. Utilized medical and psychiatric manuals to review diagnosis and course of treatments. Served a diverse ethnic and socio-dynamic communities.

Islip, New York, Us

Established psycho-social development contracts with Teenage Parents for goals in obtaining social, familial, and parenting skills for future life developments. Performed assessments and developed treatment plans. Executed individual and family counseling sessions utilizing a variety of Human Behavior theories and Social Work Skills. Participated in supervision conferences & worked collaboratively within a social work team. Implemented several social work practice theories in order to achieve successful goal attainment with the identified consumers. Maintained detailed client charts and pertinent documentation. Provided the consumers with referrals as required.

Washington, Dc, Us

Supervised staff. Conducted information and referral services for a community of eight thousand. Performed outreach services, which included presentation and development of programs for military personnel and their dependents. Managed Volunteer and Customer Courtesy affairs. Maintained and collected military post data.

Master Of Social Work - Msw, Social Work

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Science