William Mcgee Email & Phone Number

United States

Oversees a team of 2-3 Rapid Rehousing Advocates to provide caseload guidance, resulting in a positive working environmentRequests and tracks all new participants from Coordinated Entry System through Hennepin CountyPerforms all Rapid Rehousing Advocate duties (up to 14-15 participants/caseload)Manages and adjusts the program based on the current U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guidelines, resulting in appropriate disbursement of $500,000 budget and grantsResponsible for approving funds including rent, deposits, application fees, and gift cards based on participant needsInterviews and trains incoming Rapid Rehousing Advocates team members to provide supportive case management and trauma-informed servicesEducates community members and professionals about the intersections of domestic violence, homelessness, and poverty, resulting in greater awareness and knowledge

Bloomington, Minnesota

- Provided case management and advocacy to individuals and families experiencing domestic and intimate partner violence (up to 6 participants/caseload)- Guided and assisted participants in addressing barriers to housing, such as employment, childcare, transportation, budgeting, safety-planning, credit repair plans, goal development, and applying to benefits (SNAP, Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), Individual Development Accounts (IDA))- Successfully housed 80% of incoming participants as a top performer- Maintained accurate records of every interaction with participants or other service providers- Acted as liaison and maintained positive relationships with referring agencies and partners including other domestic violence providers, homeless services, and county case workers- Negotiated and mediated disputes between landlords and participants- Made CPS and vulnerable adult reports as a mandated reporter - Supported other team members by debriefing after difficult calls and meetings

Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Longview, Washington

Saved multiple people from drowning. I was responsible for around 50 patrons at any given time. Was able to handle situations that required immediate actions without panicking.