Family Support Specialist
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Dedicated and multilingual human services professional with 10+ years of experience in case management, eligibility determination, and whole-person client support. Proven ability to assess complex family needs, connect individuals with community resources, and develop individualized service plans that address social, economic, health, and housing barriers. Experienced in conducting interviews, maintaining confidential records, coordinating with multi-agency partners, and serving diverse and vulnerable populations — including individuals in crisis, refugees, and families navigating public benefit programs.
Fluent in English, Somali, Swahili, and Mai Mai.
Peer Support & Recovery Support Worker at Families in Transition (2025-04 – Present)
Family Support Worker at Waypoint (2023-11 – Present)
Operations Manager at Safari Transportation Services LLC (2019-06 – Present)
Administrative Assistant at Roxson Home Health Care (2018-01 – 2019-01)
Caseworker at Organization for Refugees and Immigrants' Success (2014-09 – 2015-09)
Administrative Assistant at United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) (2010-01 – 2014-07)
Social Worker at Lutheran World Federation (2009-01 – 2010-12)
Bachelor of Science in Human Services and Administration – Mount Kenya University (2014)