Melvin Dale

• Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
• Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
• Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.

Manage the north county BNL

• Did all the coordinate entry intakes.
• Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
• Participated in staff meetings and trainings to continuously improve professional skills and stay current on best practices in the field of street outreach work.
• Promoted community awareness of homelessness issues through presentations at schools, churches, and other public gatherings.
• Collaborated with law enforcement officers when necessary, fostering positive relationships between police departments and the homeless population served.
• Implemented harm reduction strategies when working with clients engaged in high-risk behaviors, prioritizing safety without judgment or stigma attached.
• Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients needing assistance accessing medical appointments or other essential services within the community.
• Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress, ensuring efficient communication among team members and adherence to confidentiality standards.
• Served as a liaison between clients experiencing homelessness and various social service agencies, advocating on behalf of each individual''s specific needs and rights.
• Facilitated successful transitions between levels of care by developing detailed discharge plans and coordinating resources.
• Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
• Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
• Strengthened relationships with community organizations to increase access to supportive resources for clients in need.
• Conduct outreach services for all of north county

• Administered and tracked client service payments.
• Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
• Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of social services.
• Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
• Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
• Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
• Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
• Improved access to resources for homeless individuals through consistent coordination and collaboration with local service providers.
• Increased overall client stability by developing personalized case management plans addressing individual needs and goals.
• Participated in staff meetings and trainings to continuously improve professional skills and stay current on best practices in the field of street outreach work.
• Assisted clients in obtaining housing by providing support throughout the application process and connecting them to available resources.
• Managed the Street Outreach Social Media
• Enhanced community relationships by conducting regular outreach, engaging with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients needing assistance accessing medical appointments or other essential services within the community.

• Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
• Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.
• Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
• Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
• Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing case reports.
• Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
• Conducted intake interviews with new residents, assessing needs and developing individualized service plans.

• Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
• Liaised with parents of youth and community leaders to organize youth empowerment programs and activities.
• Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
• Tutors Children from 3rd grade to 12th Grade for an afterschool program.
• Pick up and drop off children attending afterschool program
• Plan activities for the children and lead them.