Vani Sharma
Fair Oaks
Summary
Experienced with comprehensive client assessments, ensuring personalized care plans are in place. Utilizes strong communication and coordination skills to manage client services effectively. Track record of fostering positive client relationships and achieving measurable improvements in client well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager (Homeless Outreach & Housing Services)
First Step Communities
10.2025 - Current
- Developed therapeutic relationships using Trauma-Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing to engage clients experiencing homelessness.
- Assisted individuals in securing stable housing through application support, SHRA coordination, and Ready to Rent programs.
- Created individualized service plans addressing mental health, substance use, and employment goals.
- Maintained accurate documentation in HMIS; ensured data integrity and compliance with COC and CES protocols.
- Facilitated psychoeducational and life-skills groups (e.g., budgeting, job readiness, relapse prevention).
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and provided linkages to medical, behavioral health, and community resources.
- Exercised professional boundaries, crisis de-escalation, and advocacy in alignment with trauma-informed principles.
Crisis Care Coordinator
Bay Area Community Resources (CWRT)
02.2024 - 10.2025
- Deliver individual, group, and family counseling using evidence-based models for crisis stabilization.
- Conduct risk assessments, service planning, and care coordination for clients experiencing psychiatric or substance-related crises.
- Document treatment plans, outcomes, and progress using EHR and county documentation systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for trauma-informed, person-centered care.
Alcohol and Drug Counselor (Intern)
Diamond House Detox
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Conduct substance use assessments (SUAs) and co-facilitate psychoeducation groups for IOP/PHP clients.
- Support intake processes and develop individualized relapse-prevention plans.
Assessment Coordinator
Turning Point Community Programs
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Conducted biopsychosocial and mental status assessments; developed client treatment plans.
- Provided short-term counseling and facilitated therapeutic groups under clinical supervision.
- Participated in county utilization reviews and internal quality management audits.
Crisis Line Specialist
WellSpace Health
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided 24-hour crisis intervention via phone, chat, and text; conducted suicide risk assessments and safety planning.
- Connected clients to emergency psychiatric services or outpatient treatment.
- Utilized Motivational Interviewing and harm reduction approaches.
Secretary, NAMI On-Campus (CSUS)
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Organized mental health awareness events and peer-led discussions to combat stigma and promote disclosure.
Volunteer, California Youth Crisis Line
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Offered emotional support and de-escalation to youth in crisis via text-based communication.
After-School Program Volunteer, Woodbine Elementary School
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Mentored students academically and socially; promoted positive coping and self-esteem.
Education
B.A. - Psychology, Minor in Counseling
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05-2023
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Case Management
- Group & Individual Counseling
- Risk Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Cultural Competency
- Documentation & EHR
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Tri-lingual (Punjabi, Hindi and English)
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
Research Interests
- Cultural influences on trauma disclosure
- Treatment adherence
- Resilience in marginalized populations
- Intersection of cultural stigma
- Help-seeking behavior
- Trauma-informed interventions
Leadership And Community Engagement
- Secretary, NAMI On-Campus (CSUS), 01/20-12/20, Organized mental health awareness events and peer-led discussions to combat stigma and promote disclosure.
- Volunteer, California Youth Crisis Line, 04/20-07/20, Offered emotional support and de-escalation to youth in crisis via text-based communication.
- After-School Program Volunteer, Woodbine Elementary School, 10/17-01/18, Mentored students academically and socially; promoted positive coping and self-esteem.
Certification
- Certified Peer Support Specialist
- Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Case Manager (Homeless Outreach & Housing Services)
First Step Communities
10.2025 - Current
Alcohol and Drug Counselor (Intern)
Diamond House Detox
03.2025 - 07.2025
Crisis Care Coordinator
Bay Area Community Resources (CWRT)
02.2024 - 10.2025
Assessment Coordinator
Turning Point Community Programs
04.2023 - 02.2024
Crisis Line Specialist
WellSpace Health
05.2020 - 06.2021
Volunteer, California Youth Crisis Line
04.2020 - 07.2020
Secretary, NAMI On-Campus (CSUS)
01.2020 - 12.2020
After-School Program Volunteer, Woodbine Elementary School
10.2017 - 01.2018
B.A. - Psychology, Minor in Counseling
California State University, Sacramento