Krystal Findley-Jones, Lmsw, Casac-T Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

• Expand program offerings for healthy living by designing and implementing innovative programs benefiting participants of all ages to enhancing their social skills and self-esteem. • Conduct quarterly assessments and implement other program evaluation tools methodology for weekend and summer programs.• Provide direct social work services to youths and adult clients in Westchester, White Plains through NYS Commission for the Blind (NYSCB) Comprehensive Contract• Provide emotional support and therapeutic interventions to young adults 18-21 enrolled in the Vocational Residential Center• Work with CPO and Sr. Director to develop annual program budgets and oversee compliance with established expenditures. • Perform public relations activities with Lions Club International, write and offer public testimony, and provide leadership to the VCB Advisory Committee.• Administer program evaluation tools and provide annual report of program impact.• Manage recruitment, hiring and training of VCB seasonal staff, approx. 80 in the summer and 20 for the weekend programs. • Develop and coordinate fundraising strategies to reach the annual Lions goal and maintain the various Lions Clubs engaged through volunteer days and other planned opportunities. • Assure compliance with all government contracts, i.e. NYS Commission for the Blind (NYSCB), and foundation grants (VASCA, etc.). • Participate in developing and implementing agency administrative policy and function as a member of VISIONS administrative team. • Represent VISIONS at community, interagency, and consumer-centered meetings. • Work alongside PR/Outreach personnel to identify potential job placement for vocational students.

• Oversee all clinical aspects of program by setting departmental goals and objectives.• Conducted a needs assessment and created a staff development plan offering training opportunities to encourage growth and increase responsibility.• Evaluate all existing reports, monitor, and ensure accuracy and goals are being met.• Provide weekly clinical supervision to a team of 7 case management staff and others if needed.• Assist Program Director in recruiting and training new hires.• Run monthly team meetings that offer training to expand employee responsibilities and help increase employee retention.• Lead weekly clinical case conferences with a multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, primary care providers, administrative staff, and other key staff.• Analyze monthly data to ensure compliance with DHS and internal policies.• Evaluate staff performance and utilize progressive discipline when necessary.• Assist with Housing Packets such as: HRA2010E, LINC, VASH, and General Population.• Track all 311 Reports, Encampments and Hotspots.• Coordinate Joint Operations with NYPD and Parks Department.

• Perform intake assessments, service plans, and discharge plans to a caseload of 15 clients in an OASAS Part 816 setting. • Conduct facility rounds to ensure client are stable and free of withdrawal symptoms.• Offer crisis intervention to clients in need.• Utilize Evidence Based Practices to evaluate client’s mental and physical health, addiction, problem behavior, and assess readiness for treatment.• Participate in weekly Clinical Team Meetings.• Reinforce clients’ compliance in taking prescribed medication.• Organize case files in accordance to OASAS and agency guidelines.• Develop treatment goals and refer clients to appropriate resources.• Provide clinical and group sessions to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recovery while teaching coping skills.

Staten Island, New York, Us

• Provided weekly supervision to a team of 2 case planners and 2 parent advocates.• Conducted in-house training to ensure productivity of program needs.• Trained and tracked new employees ensuring they were oriented to the agency, its policies, and child welfare.• Initiated monthly group supervision to help foster staff development and retention. • Conducted employee evaluations and utilize progressive discipline in addressing employee issues.• Facilitated family team conferences with families to ensure the development of service plan.• Performed substance abuse assessments and provided recommendation for services.• Facilitated monthly Clinical Diagnostic meetings with a multidisciplinary team of 8 individuals.• Identified and networked with community resources.• Assisted the Program Director in hiring new staff.• Completed monthly case record reviews and Supervisory logs.• Generated qualitative reports to maintain productivity and program flow.• Collaborated with Foster Care Adoption Specialist to complete adoption home studies. • Served as an active member of the HR Advisory Committee, and Strategic Planning Committee.

Staten Island, New York, Us

• Provided weekly supervision to a team of 4 case planners.• Conducted in-house training to ensure productivity of program needs.• Trained and tracked new employees ensuring they were oriented to the agency, its policies, and child welfare.• Initiated monthly group supervision to help foster staff development and retention. • Conducted employee evaluations and utilize progressive discipline in addressing employee issues.• Facilitated family team conferences with families to ensure the development of service plan.• Performed substance abuse assessments and provided recommendation for services.• Facilitated monthly Clinical Diagnostic meetings with a multidisciplinary team of 8 individuals.• Identified and networked with community resources.• Assisted the Program Director in hiring new staff.• Completed monthly case record reviews and Supervisory logs.• Generated qualitative reports to maintain productivity and program flow.• Collaborated with Foster Care Adoption Specialist to complete adoption home studies. • Served as an active member of the HR Advisory Committee, and Strategic Planning Committee.

New York, Ny, Us

Facilitate a series of peer support groups for adult ages 20-80 that are visually impaired and blind.Create and maintain a safe space for participants to share their feelings, experiences, etc.Facilitate sharing of personal information from all participants by respectfully monitoring speaking time and encouraging input from all present.Maintain primary focus in groups on participants and their needs.

Brooklyn, Ny, Us

• Completed comprehensive assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and discharged plans at an OMH Article 31 clinic.• Provided individual counseling and psycho-educational groups to a caseload of clients with co-occurring disorders and HIV at the mental health clinic and SAMHSA site.• Developed treatment plans and ensured completion of goals. • Liaised with outside sources/referrals.• Organized Several Events such as Coat Drive, Support Groups, Community Outreach Events, and Health Fairs • Provided care coordination of services, case conferences, and performed any other administrative assignments as assigned by the Director/Supervisor. • Developed No Harm Contracts to clients who had suicidal/homicidal ideations. • Collaborated with a team of Licensed Social Workers, Psychiatrists, Nurse, and administrators at BATF.• Executed and Conducted a Needs Assessment of the clinic in an effort for Policy Development.• Delivered HIV/AIDS Screenings and Counseling.• Spearheaded bi-weekly meetings & supervised a team of 7 BSW/MSW interns in relations to administrative tasks.• Assisted the Program Director with grant development for substance abuse programs revolving SAMHSA

New York, Ny, Us

• Managed the planning and implementation of the day-to-day activities for 600 youth and adults.• Developed a daily schedule for a staff of 40.• Provided support, tracked, and documented reports of the impact of everyday activities.• Maintained the health and safety standards as mandated by the state and county health departments and VISIONS policies.• Assisted the administrative team to plan, direct, and carry out all residential program activities.• Encouraged groups and individuals to participate in all activities.• Organized and developed the logistics to ensure a smooth operation of program activities/events keeping in mind the specification and funding limitations.• Assisted the Program Director in revamping policy manual.• Scheduled regular staff meetings to ensure project schedule is maintained.• Participated in conflict resolution and provided counseling to staff.• Established staff goals and administered staff evaluations to improve service provisions through teamwork.

Master Of Social Work (Msw), Casac-T, Social Work

Bachelor'S Of Science, Social Work

Associate Of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts