Ruben Stewart
San Leandro,CA
Summary
Resourceful Peer Mentor with substantial background facilitating students with interpersonal, academic and career needs. Demonstrated success in working with diverse populations, providing coaching and feedback. Team-oriented with solid conflict resolution skills.
Results-driven case management professional with track record of effective client advocacy and support. Experienced in conducting thorough assessments and creating individualized care plans to meet client needs. Collaborates seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams and adapts to dynamic situations to ensure optimal client outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS)
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinated referrals for clients to ensure timely access to services.
- Developed crisis management plans for at-risk clients.
- Coordinated team efforts to streamline case management processes.
- Improved service outcomes with effective team collaboration.
- Developed individualized care plans for improved client outcomes.
- Engaged with clients to identify barriers to access for necessary services.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable goals while providing ongoing encouragement and support throughout the process of reaching those objectives.
Counselor
Folsom Education Center
02.2016 - 03.2021
- Developed mentees' life skills such as time management and communication.
- Provided holistic support to assist with academic, emotional and social challenges.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
Peer Support Specialist
Folsom Care Center
03.2013 - 05.2016
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Assisted individuals in identifying and re-engaging with family, friends and other natural supports to build support system..
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and support meetings whenever needed.
Education
Psychology /Social Work Program
Stratford Career Institute
Saint Albans, VT06.2022
Drug Abuse Counseling
Stratford Career Institute
2018
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lassen Community College
Susanville, CA05-2014
Associate of Science - Sociology
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA06.2009
Skills
- Boundary Setting
- Suicide Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Grief Support
- Motivational Interviewing
- Peer Mediation
- Domestic Violence Support
- Goal Setting
- Problem-solving
- Case management
- Case documentation
- Time management
- Organization and multitasking
- Active listening
Skills
- Time Management
- Decision Making
- Behavioral Modification
- Self-Awareness
Timeline
Case Manager
Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS)
02.2024 - Current
Counselor
Folsom Education Center
02.2016 - 03.2021
Peer Support Specialist
Folsom Care Center
03.2013 - 05.2016
Drug Abuse Counseling
Stratford Career Institute
Psychology /Social Work Program
Stratford Career Institute
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lassen Community College
Associate of Science - Sociology
Coastline Community College
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