Lauren May Email & Phone Number

I assist street and shelter homeless adults with psychiatric diagnoses apply for supportive housing units utilizing the PACT system. I provide case management, advocacy, and referrals on an as needed basis.

Greater New York City Area

-Increased volunteer membership by 30-35% annually for three years-Coordinated weekly volunteer schedule, ordered biweekly food orders, trained volunteers in groups and individually-Represented program at community service fairs-Organized speaker events and film screenings related to homelessness issues

Greater New York City Area

-Perform intake assessments for drop-in guests-Manage a caseload of five clients to assist in the public housing application process-Lead and facilitate a weekly drop-in anger management group for center guests

Greater New York City Area

-Performed outreach work to recruit participants to the Home Sharing Program-Assisted in arranging housing “matches”-Provided supplementary resource referral to clients

Greater Boston Area

-Supervised staff of 15 caseworkers during a ten-week transitional shelter program-Tasks included interviewing guests, performing guest intake daily, meal preparation, maintaining shelter policy administration

Greater Boston Area

-Admitted and screened guests of a twelve-bed men's transitional shelter-Prepared and cleaned up meals-Provided simple counseling as needed

Austin, Texas Area

-Organized and led College Academy workshop series for students of Con Mi MADRE (Mothers and Daughters Raising Expectations). -The workshops included how to write a successful personal statement, filling out college admission applications, preparing a personal resume, and applying for financial aid. -Other responsibilities include arranging campus visits.

Austin, Texas Area

-Managed a university residence hall floor of 18 undergraduate students-Enforced University and Residence Life regulations, developed and conducted programs on diversity, substance abuse, personal development, relationships, and academic performance-Responsible for the safety and security of the building on weekly duty night-Served as building.

Master Of Social Work (Msw)

Master Of Theological Studies, Religions Of The Americas

B.A., Religious Studies

Activities and Societies: 360 Discussion Group, Alternative Spring Break, Best Buddies, Committee for Multicultural Advancement, Egg.

Study Abroad (6-Weeks, Summer Term)

-Studied Himalayan regional art and architecture, Hindi language and Vajrayana Buddhism in Leh, Ladkah, India. -Completed an Independent.

Distinguished Achievement Plan, Magnet Program Endorsement

Activities and Societies: Alley Cat Players, Art Club, Avante Garde Club, Cheerleading Squad, Gay Straight Alliance, KJAG, Library Student.