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Brenda Sarni

Los Angeles

Summary

With lived experience, educational training, and six years of experience working in this field. I want to secure employment providing direct services, enrichment services, and on-going supportive services to LA's most marginalized population. I want to use my experience serving clients from high-risk environments, who are directly impacted by substance abuse, mental health issues, and prison-industrial complex/gang lifestyle. Lived experience drives passion to end homelessness.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Het Team

LAHSA
03.2025 - Current
  • Connected individuals to appropriate resources through comprehensive assessments, referrals, and followups.
  • Supported homeless individuals transitioning into housing by connecting them with necessary supplies, furniture donations, and move-in assistance resources.
  • Organized community events to raise awareness about available resources and promote healthy lifestyles among residents.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate medical appointments for clients facing barriers to access or transportation issues.

ICMS Program Manager

Lutheran Social Services
02.2024 - 10.2024
  • Provide programmatic and administrative oversight to a DHS funded program which consist of a scattered site based program.
  • Directly supervised a team of 6 employees whose caseloads consist of 28 participants each.
  • Closely monitor key performance indicators set forth on the contract to ensure compliance and training when needed.
  • Facilitate onboarding of new employees, payroll management, conduct weekly team meetings and provide individual supervision weekly.

Interim Program Manager/Case Manager

Weingart Center – Gardner Library
02.2022 - 02.2024
  • Provide programmatic and administrative oversight and case management to a 30-bed interim housing facility located in Hollywood serving female adults experiencing homelessness.
  • Directly supervise a team internal support departments and vendors to support the facility operation.
  • Collaborate with the LAHSA Interim Housing Department, Council District 13, and outreach teams to safely bring individuals experiencing homelessness indoors.
  • Closely monitor key performance indicators set forth on the contract to ensure compliance and training when needed.

PSH Case Manager

Brilliant Corners
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Submitted emergency financial assistance applications and supporting documentation for eligible clients.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.

MIST Case Manager

Housing Works
12.2019 - 12.2020
  • Maintained a caseload of 30 clients scattered site program ensuring housing stability.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
  • Provided bi-weekly one on one case management and assisted with life skills and transportation to medical appointments.
  • Provided housing supportive services which include assessing clients for eligible housing resources and programs, complete housing applications, work with several housing authorities, landlords and move-in assistance providers to successfully house individuals.

Substance Use Case Manager

The People Concern
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Document and record all interactions with clients.
  • Implemented harm reduction strategies when working with clients engaged in high-risk behaviors, prioritizing safety without judgment or stigma attached.
  • Connected clients to recovery facilities.
  • Worked directly with individuals living on the streets experiencing substance abuse issues.
  • Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.

Tattoo Removal Clinic Assistant

Homeboy Industries
06.2017 - 01.2019
  • Restocked supplies in examination rooms and team stations to support clinic operations.
  • Protected patients by following strict HIPAA protection requirements and internal data security procedures.
  • Prepared examination rooms at start of shift and executed quick turnovers between appointments.
  • Contributed to clinic safety through proper handling and disposal of sharps, chemicals, and other hazardous materials in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Helped front desk staff register and process patients.
  • Assisted with documenting clinic activities and updated medical records.

Education

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Everest College
Alhambra, CA
01.2006

Skills

  • Planning and organizing
  • Excellent communication
  • Flexible
  • Adaptability
  • Proficient in UH applications
  • Proficient in utilizing HMIS
  • Problem-Solving
  • Champ data entry
  • Clarity/HMIS data reporting
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Harm Reduction
  • Program Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Housing First
  • Overdose Prevention

Timeline

Het Team

LAHSA
03.2025 - Current

ICMS Program Manager

Lutheran Social Services
02.2024 - 10.2024

Interim Program Manager/Case Manager

Weingart Center – Gardner Library
02.2022 - 02.2024

PSH Case Manager

Brilliant Corners
09.2021 - 02.2022

MIST Case Manager

Housing Works
12.2019 - 12.2020

Substance Use Case Manager

The People Concern
01.2019 - 12.2020

Tattoo Removal Clinic Assistant

Homeboy Industries
06.2017 - 01.2019

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Everest College

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