
Daronda White
Experienced individual with over 5 years in social services
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About
Human services professional with experience in community outreach, resource navigation, housing and social-service referrals, client advocacy, intake and assessment, and cross-agency coordination. Skilled in engaging people experiencing homelessness and families with complex needs, maintaining HMIS and case-management records, and connecting participants with health, housing, and support services.
Community Health
Worker training through Futuro Health is in progress;
certification pending completion.
Experience
Site Supervisor / Interim Housing Case Manager - A Step to Freedom Inc. - Los Angeles, CA
(2026-02)
- Coordinate interim-housing operations and client support while maintaining safe, organized, policy-compliant services.
- Connect clients with appropriate community resources and coordinate follow-up with service partners as needs arise.
- Maintain program documentation, incident reports, and operational records to support continuity and accountability.
- Collaborate with staff and external providers to address barriers and support client stability.
TLS–Families Case Manager - HOPICS–SSG
(2024-05 - 2026-02)
- Assessed family needs, established service goals, and coordinated referrals and interventions based on changing circumstances.
- Connected more than 35 families with community programs and resources to support well-being and self-sufficiency.
- Advocated for client rights and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
- Maintained accurate, confidential case documentation and monitored ongoing service needs.
Homeless Engagement Team - Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA)
(2022-12 - 2024-04)
- Conducted outreach and responded to requests for assistance involving people experiencing homelessness.
- Identified service needs and linked participants to available homeless services, community resources, and referrals.
- Maintained current Clarity/HMIS records documenting services delivered in the field.
- Represented the team at community meetings and supported client advocacy during CES and case-conferencing meetings.
- Coordinated follow-up with senior staff, local government offices, and City and County departments.
Support Specialist - The People of Concern
(2022-10 - 2023-05)
- Explained access-center services and connected participants with community resources and transportation information.
- Linked participants to onsite medical care and case management for further needs assessment.
- Responded to crises, documented incidents, and coordinated with staff to maintain a safe, accessible service environment.
Program Assistant / Case Manager / Program Support Specialist - New Directions for Veterans
(2020-11 - 2022-09)
- Conducted intakes and assessments for housing, mental-health, and substance-use support needs.
- Connected veterans with housing applications, permanent supportive housing resources, and relevant service providers.
- Maintained case notes, individualized service plans, and records in ICMS, CHAMP, and HMIS.
- Coordinated program activities and collaborated with leadership and community providers to support client engagement.
Family Services Specialist - Crystal Stairs Inc.
(2022-10 - 2022-12)
- Processed family eligibility and enrollment information and maintained accurate data in the Centralized Eligibility List.
- Managed activities and changes for a caseload of approximately 150 or more clients.
- Coordinated with internal and external organizations to resolve enrollment and service issues.
In-Home Caregiver - In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
(2023-04)
- Support daily living needs, meal planning, and household routines while promoting dignity and independence.
- Observe and communicate changes in client needs to help support appropriate follow-up and continuity of care.
Education
Community Health Worker training - Futuro Health (2026-10 - 2026-12)
Associate of Science - Social and Behavioral Science - Los Angeles Harbor College (2022-06)
Bachelor of Arts - Public Sector Management - California State University, Northridge (2027)
Peer Support Specialist Certificate - Loyola Marymount University (2023-09)


