Marcia Barker-Resume
MARCIA BARKER
PROFILE
I am a seasoned hands-on Case Manager. Dedicated to the homeless community of Alameda County. My goal is to eliminate the plight of the homeless by giving my time and hard work exclusively.
CONTACT
PHONE:
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EMAIL:
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HOBBIES
The Prayer & Crisis Referral Line- Volunteer
East Bay Homeless Advocates- Volunteer
EDUCATION
Sacramento City College
Associate of Arts - AA Social Science
1993 - 1996
Castlemont High School
Diploma
1980 - 1982
WORK EXPERIENCE
Medical Case Manager
East Oakland Community Project
May 2020 – Current
I provide support for homeless men and women, assist them in their work towards securing stable housing. I also help single individuals build their independent living skills, so they can maintain permanent housing and provide connections to community resources. I help homeless individuals complete and submit required housing applications and other materials on their behalf I provide psychological/emotional preparation and support and connect homeless individuals with appropriate resources and referrals. Gather statistical data to monitor program effectiveness, assists with providing input for grant reports, attend weekly or biweekly program staff meetings, trainings, and all-staff meetings, successfully complete all HMIS Privacy and Security trainings, knowledgeable about dynamics of homelessness, substance abuse, mental health, and the chronically homeless, familiar with public benefits, chemical dependency, health, and social service programs in Alameda County.
Intake Coordinator
The Salvation Army
Jan 2018 - May 2020
Intake individuals and referrals from the Adult Rehabilitation Center. Communicate with Family Members, Probation/Parole Officers, Social Workers, and other agencies. Used outreach methods to generate referrals and resources.
Case Manager
True Life Ministries
Nov 2012 - Jul 2016
Responsible for managing over twenty individual cases per caseload. Created treatment plans, evaluated, and monitored individual progress, executed training and employment programs.
Generated fundraisers and accumulated donations for residential homes. Gather and provided resources and conducted outreach.
Resource Supervisor
Faith & Hope Ministries
Dec 2012 - Aug 2016
I was responsible for being available to Dual Diagnosed, drug addiction and displace individuals. Identifying diagnosis and developing a treatment plan for each individual case. Coordinate resources such as housing, food, and employment. Also, working directly with Mental Health and Drug treatment Centers. Instrumental to outreach for resources and clientele.
Administrator/Case Management
New Chance Ministries
Aug 2008 - Dec 2010
I facilitated a working relationship between The New Chance ministries and other organizations. Accountable for managing policies and procedures. Maintained relationships with Detox/Drug Centers and social service programs. As a liaison, many resources became available to clients and The New Chance Ministries. Also, I assisted clients in transition by providing job training and housing.
SKILLS
HMIS Cerification
Motivial Interviewing
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent knowledge of local housing market
Proven ability to work independently and as an effective and collaborative member of a team
Ability to build supportive and respectful working relationships with individuals who are diagnosed with a mental illness & substance abuse that instill hope and promotes self-determination
MARCIA BARKER
PROFILE
I am a seasoned hands-on Case Manager. Dedicated to the homeless community of Alameda County. My goal is to eliminate the plight of the homeless by giving my time and hard work exclusively.
CONTACT
PHONE:
------------
EMAIL:
B------------
HOBBIES
The Prayer & Crisis Referral Line- Volunteer
East Bay Homeless Advocates- Volunteer
EDUCATION
Sacramento City College
Associate of Arts - AA Social Science
1993 - 1996
Castlemont High School
Diploma
1980 - 1982
WORK EXPERIENCE
Medical Case Manager
East Oakland Community Project
May 2020 – Current
I provide support for homeless men and women, assist them in their work towards securing stable housing. I also help single individuals build their independent living skills, so they can maintain permanent housing and provide connections to community resources. I help homeless individuals complete and submit required housing applications and other materials on their behalf I provide psychological/emotional preparation and support and connect homeless individuals with appropriate resources and referrals. Gather statistical data to monitor program effectiveness, assists with providing input for grant reports, attend weekly or biweekly program staff meetings, trainings, and all-staff meetings, successfully complete all HMIS Privacy and Security trainings, knowledgeable about dynamics of homelessness, substance abuse, mental health, and the chronically homeless, familiar with public benefits, chemical dependency, health, and social service programs in Alameda County.
Intake Coordinator
The Salvation Army
Jan 2018 - May 2020
Intake individuals and referrals from the Adult Rehabilitation Center. Communicate with Family Members, Probation/Parole Officers, Social Workers, and other agencies. Used outreach methods to generate referrals and resources.
Case Manager
True Life Ministries
Nov 2012 - Jul 2016
Responsible for managing over twenty individual cases per caseload. Created treatment plans, evaluated, and monitored individual progress, executed training and employment programs.
Generated fundraisers and accumulated donations for residential homes. Gather and provided resources and conducted outreach.
Resource Supervisor
Faith & Hope Ministries
Dec 2012 - Aug 2016
I was responsible for being available to Dual Diagnosed, drug addiction and displace individuals. Identifying diagnosis and developing a treatment plan for each individual case. Coordinate resources such as housing, food, and employment. Also, working directly with Mental Health and Drug treatment Centers. Instrumental to outreach for resources and clientele.
Administrator/Case Management
New Chance Ministries
Aug 2008 - Dec 2010
I facilitated a working relationship between The New Chance ministries and other organizations. Accountable for managing policies and procedures. Maintained relationships with Detox/Drug Centers and social service programs. As a liaison, many resources became available to clients and The New Chance Ministries. Also, I assisted clients in transition by providing job training and housing.
SKILLS
HMIS Cerification
Motivial Interviewing
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent knowledge of local housing market
Proven ability to work independently and as an effective and collaborative member of a team
Ability to build supportive and respectful working relationships with individuals who are diagnosed with a mental illness & substance abuse that instill hope and promotes self-determination