LATOYA FOREMAN-SMITH
Hampton
Summary
Compassionate bridge-builder with a proven ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, facilitating effective communication and understanding. Expertise in persuasive techniques and empathetic listening to resolve complex client issues with patience. Demonstrated skill in developing personalized care plans and coordinating resources, leading to improved client outcomes. Committed to enhancing well-being through a solid foundation in case management principles and problem-solving strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Above Best Care
Virginia Beach
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Adoptions Case Manager
Childrens Network of Hillsborough County
Tampa
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessing child safety and risk, conduct interviews/gather information and make in and out of home contacts with families and children
- Attend court and foster care review board hearings
- Prepare case plans and conduct case plan staffing's and write professional reports
- Placed children, including transportation, carrying children and moving of possessions
Specialized Crisis Counselor
Vibrant Emotional Health
Tampa
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Provide evidence-informed information and referral, brief supportive counseling, crisis intervention and suicide prevention support to callers and/or chat/text visitors who are in emotional distress
- Conduct assessments in accordance with program policies & procedures
- Utilize resource referral database to provide information and referral assistance to callers seeking mental health and substance abuse services
- Provide follow-up to high-risk callers reporting suicidal and/or homicidal thoughts and behaviors
- Accurately and efficiently document client interactions
- Meet or exceed established key performance indicator goals
- Utilize telephone, SMS texting, and/or web chat to interact with clients
Specialized Crisis Counselor
Atlantic Group
Tampa
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Provide evidence-informed information and referral, brief supportive counseling, crisis intervention and suicide prevention support to callers and/or chat/text visitors who are in emotional distress
- Conduct assessments in accordance to program policies & procedures
- Utilize resource referral database to provide information and referral assistance to callers seeking mental health and substance abuse services
- Provide follow-up to high-risk callers reporting suicidal and/or homicidal thoughts and behaviors
- Accurately and efficiently document client interactions
- Meet or exceed established key performance indicator goals
- Utilize telephone, SMS texting, and/or web chat to interact with clients
Housing Specialist
Agency for Community Treatment Services
Tampa
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Assess housing needs and develop objectives and recommendations for ACT treatment services to support consumers to secure housing
- Coordinate with ACT Team Intake Specialist to identify housing risk and needs of incoming participants prior to their release from jail
- During the assessment obtains information: a) to establish the participant's housing needs and preferences; b) to prepare consumer to access appropriate and available supportive housing
- Complete ACT comprehensive assessment and six-month updates
- Act as advocate and liaison for participant in securing supportive housing
Victim Advocate
Bridging Freedom
Tampa
07.2015 - 10.2019
- Provide watchful care in assisting the Trauma Informed Care Specialist apply behavioral management, service plans, safety plans, behavior plans, and response plans
- Assist staff who provide healthy therapeutic activities on campus for participants
- Assists/Accompany participants at appointments and activities within the community when needed to provide supervision and behavioral management
- Complete accurate and detailed documentation daily and perform administrative functions in relation to reporting and documenting such as typing, writing, copying, tracking, meetings, coordinating, phone calls, etc in order that the victim's needs are documented
Probation Officer
Florida Department of Corrections
Tampa
05.2011 - 07.2015
- I work in an extremely involved analytical workforce, I remain organized while working on critical analytical initiatives for purposes of coordination with law Enforcement, Tampa Police, HCSO, and the Court Unit
- I Provide care, custody, and control of offenders
- Conduct daily investigations, curfew compliance checks, home visits and employment verifications
- Make regular contact with the offender's family members, employers, treatment providers, schools, and other associates
- Report violations and take appropriate action
Education
MASTERS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
Strayer University
Florida12-2018
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
Strayer University
Virginia12.2014
ASSOCIATES APPLIED SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
ITT Technical Institute
Tampa, FL12.2011
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT -
Tidewater Community College
Virginia05.2006
Skills
- Case management
- Organization and multitasking
- Client advocacy
- Time management
- Documentation proficiency
- Case documentation
- Positive attitude
- Crisis intervention
- Documentation and reporting
- Records management
- Patient care
Certification
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, Tidewater Community College, Virginia, 05/01/06
References
- LISSETTE CARMONA, Supervisor Of Operations, Vibrant Emotional Health - Previous Supervisor, (347) 480-6490, Lissettecarmona@vibrant.org
- AKEEMA MADISON, N/A, Housing Specialist - Friend, (757) 232-9297, Akeemamadison@gmail.com
- ELIEZER REYES, Adoptions Supervisor, Children's Network - Previous Supervisor, (941) 592-7695, ereyes@cnhc.org
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Above Best Care
07.2024 - Current
Adoptions Case Manager
Childrens Network of Hillsborough County
11.2022 - 03.2023
Specialized Crisis Counselor
Vibrant Emotional Health
06.2021 - 11.2022
Specialized Crisis Counselor
Atlantic Group
11.2020 - 06.2021
Housing Specialist
Agency for Community Treatment Services
05.2020 - 10.2020
Victim Advocate
Bridging Freedom
07.2015 - 10.2019
Probation Officer
Florida Department of Corrections
05.2011 - 07.2015
MASTERS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
Strayer University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
Strayer University
ASSOCIATES APPLIED SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
ITT Technical Institute
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT -
Tidewater Community College
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