Legend Idahosa

Compassionate, organized, and results-oriented Foster Care Case Manager with more than 5 years of experience providing case management, direct care, peer support, and advocacy services to children, youth, adults, and vulnerable populations. Experienced in supporting foster families, conducting assessments, coordinating services, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve client outcomes. Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships, manage complex cases, maintain accurate documentation, and advocate for the safety, well-being, dignity, and independence of clients.

Strong leadership, communication, crisis intervention, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to trauma-informed and person-centered care.

Foster Care Case Manager - American Healthcare

(2025-07)

• Manage foster care cases while ensuring the safety, permanency, and well-being of children.
• Conduct client assessments and develop individualized service plans.
• Coordinate services with healthcare providers, schools, therapists, foster parents, biological families, and community agencies.
• Complete home visits and maintain regular contact with clients and caregivers.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential case documentation.
• Advocate for children and families while ensuring compliance with agency and state requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and coordinate appropriate interventions.

Foster Care Case Manager - Evergreen Healthcare

(2025-09 - 2026-06)

• Provided comprehensive case management services for foster children and families.
• Monitored client progress toward treatment and permanency goals.
• Coordinated referrals and connected families with community resources.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals, educators, and service providers.
• Maintained detailed documentation and prepared case reports.

Case Manager / Peer Support Specialist - CAJ Services

(2026-07)

• Provide case management and peer support services to individuals with behavioral health and social service needs.
• Assist clients in accessing healthcare, housing, employment, and community resources.
• Support recovery planning and independent living goals.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and monitor client progress.
• Advocate for clients while promoting self-sufficiency and community integration.

Direct Care Professional | Peer Support Specialist | Group Home Staff - VHF Home Care

(2012-02 - 2025-06)

• Delivered direct care services to individuals with developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, behavioral health conditions, and age-related needs.
• Supported children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients in residential and community settings.
• Assisted clients with activities of daily living while promoting dignity and independence.
• Provided emotional support, crisis intervention, and behavioral coaching.
• Implemented individualized care plans and documented client progress.
• Worked collaboratively with nurses, physicians, social workers, therapists, guardians, and family members.
• Assisted individuals with substance use recovery support and behavioral health stabilization.
• Supervised group home operations and ensured compliance with health and safety standards.
• Trained and mentored new staff members while supporting daily program operations.
• Maintained accurate records and ensured compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.

Master of Public Health - MPH

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

Associate Degree - Humanitarian Services