Evette Gonzalez-Rendon
West Sacramento
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in patient advocacy and care plan coordination in various healthcare settings. Proven ability to navigate community resources and provide crisis intervention, ensuring holistic support for clients. Proficient in Spanish, skilled in training and supervising teams to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide/Lead Patient Advocate
Evelyn Rivera
Sacramento
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Administered prescribed medications following care plans and schedules.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plans.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans with the Department of Veteran Affairs, based on medical orders and assessments.
Student Support Specialist/ Mental Health Advocate
Self Employed
Rochester
01.2014 - 12.2020
- Developed resource materials for student engagement and success strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to address student needs and concerns effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions and support services offered.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, administrators, and students.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Provided support and guidance to individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to individuals in need of mental health services.
Intensive Case Manager
Rochester Mental Health Center
Rochester
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Assisted the Severe and Persistently Mentally Ill population.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and support.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate client eligibility and resources through weekly home visits.
- Provided translation services for Spanish-speaking clients.
- Coordinated individualized service plans for culturally diverse clients' needs and goals.
- Advocated for clients' access to community resources and services.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers.
- Trained new staff on case management protocols and best practices.
Independent Employment Specialist/ Supervisor of NYAPRS Peer Program
Clubhouse of Suffolk
Ronkonkoma
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Managed a Bilingual caseload of 35 mentally ill individuals ready to transition into the workforce with limited support.
- Collaborated with community organizations to expand resources for job seekers.
- Conducted individualized assessments to determine client's eligibility for employment programs.
- Counseled clients on resume writing, interviewing techniques, job search strategies, and other related topics.
- Placed individuals in jobs based on skills, abilities and interests.
- In addition to IES duties, I supervised seven individuals in a NYAPRS PEER Program at Pilgrim State Psychiatric Facility.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
Case Manager Specialist
NADAP-Project ACE
Brooklyn
03.2002 - 12.2002
- Contracted position through Department of Health and Human Services.
- Oversaw a caseload of 80 individuals.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, community organizations, and other agencies to ensure appropriate services were provided.
- Developed individualized service plans to address client needs and goals.
- Monitored and documented client interactions in case management software systems.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of clients' living environments and provide support for their daily activities.
CSS/Supportive Case Manager
Genesee Mental Health Center
Rochester
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Assisted bilingual mentally ill individuals link to community resources.
- Coordinated client assessments to determine individual needs and support requirements.
- Developed personalized care plans to address mental health challenges effectively through monthly home visits.
- Educated clients on available resources and coping strategies for mental wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Psychology
SUNY College At Geneseo
Geneseo, NY06-1998
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient advocacy
- Care plan coordination
- Health documentation
- Client assessment
- Community resource navigation
- Proficiency in Spanish
- Crisis intervention
- Training and supervision
- Progress documentation
- Team collaboration
References
- Sarah McGowen, Clubhouse of Suffolk, (631) 748-6126
- Linda Pizzo, Genesee and Rochester Mental Health Center, (585) 922-2743
- Amy Weymouth, Buffalo Department of Transportation, (716) 856-2026 ext. 310
Timeline
Home Health Aide/Lead Patient Advocate
Evelyn Rivera
01.2021 - 06.2025
Student Support Specialist/ Mental Health Advocate
Self Employed
01.2014 - 12.2020
Intensive Case Manager
Rochester Mental Health Center
01.2006 - 01.2012
Independent Employment Specialist/ Supervisor of NYAPRS Peer Program
Clubhouse of Suffolk
01.2003 - 01.2005
Case Manager Specialist
NADAP-Project ACE
03.2002 - 12.2002
CSS/Supportive Case Manager
Genesee Mental Health Center
01.1999 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Psychology
SUNY College At Geneseo