Eligibility Specialist II

Posted on: 2008-10-27

Professional Experience Case Management – Diverse At-Risk Populations Reception of homeless, indigent and hurricane evacuee populations Provided case management for “at-risk” pregnant female teenagers and females above age 35 Assessed health conditions and issues to provide quality health care and assistance Counseled patients and provided health-related referrals to meet diagnosed psychosocial disorders Facilitated workshops/ programs encompassing Maternity, Family Planning and Wellness Served meals and assisted in food preparations weekly, with homeless and indigent populations Interacted with clients of DayBreak Community Health Center to help resolve concerns Specimen Management Lab Technician Participate in the collection and processing of specimens for medical testing Deliver medical information to the appropriate department in a timely manner Education / Classroom Instruction Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Instruct through lectures, discussions and demonstrations to motivate students to analyze and learn creatively Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by administrative regulations. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities; Assign lessons and correct homework. Partnered with other professionals using Professional Development Skills Training to seek before learning tools Employment History Eligibility Specialist, Department of Health and Human Services – Houston,Texas 2008- Specimen Management Lab Tech, Quest Diagnostics Incorporated – H ouston, Texas 2006 – 2008 Teacher, Harris County Juvenile Probation Department – Houston, Texas 2006 – 2008 Community Relations Specialist, City of Houston – Houston, Texas 2007 – 2007 Volunteer, St. John’s United Methodist Church/ Bread of Life, Inc. – Houston, Texas 2002 – 2006 Teacher, Community Education Partners – Houston, Texas 1999 – 2002 Case Manager, City of Houston: Health and Human Services – Houston, Texas 1991 – 1998 Education B.S. Health Care Administration (Minor: Gerontology), Langston University – Langston, Oklahoma