Stanley Ernest

Experienced Human services professional with 10 years in social services, medical dedicated to advocating for clients' rights and ensuring access to essential resources. Proven track record in developing individualized service plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client outcomes. Skilled in written and oral communication, report writing, and emergency response, seeking a role in health care.

Social Worker - Good Shepherd Services - Brooklyn, NY

(2025-04 - 2025-10)

• Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients' needs, including medical and healthcare requirements, and developed individualized service plans.
• Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate care and support for clients, ensuring access to necessary medical services.
• Facilitated access to community healthcare resources to enhance client well-being.
• Maintained detailed and accurate case records, documenting client progress, interventions, and outcomes for ongoing evaluation and reporting.
• Advocated for clients' rights and needs, ensuring they received appropriate services and support within the community and social service systems.
• Facilitated group sessions and workshops aimed at improving life skills, coping strategies, and social integration for diverse populations.
• Conducted outreach and engagement activities to build relationships with clients and community partners, enhancing program visibility and effectiveness.
• Participated in professional development and training opportunities to stay current with best practices and emerging trends in social work.

Case Planner - Heart Share St. Vincent Services - Brooklyn, NY

(2023-10 - 2025-02)

• Developed and implemented individualized case plans, incorporating healthcare interventions to enhance client outcomes.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals and community resources to address client barriers and optimize service delivery.
• Maintained accurate documentation and evaluated client progress, ensuring compliance with agency policies while adjusting plans to improve client success.

Senior Case Manager - Safe Horizon - Queens, NY

(2019-05 - 2023-03)

• Assessed over 40 clients' needs, including cultural, linguistic, victimization, and safety factors, to determine appropriate services, legal assistance, and employment counseling.
• Facilitated communication with case managers and advocates to ensure alignment on client needs and expectations, enhancing decision-making for subsequent visits.
• Delivered safety planning, information, referrals, and advocacy through both phone and in-person interactions, connecting clients with relevant partners.
• Offered employment, reemployment, training, and labor market services to job seekers, employers, unions, and other stakeholders.
• Conducted interviews to evaluate service needs, gathered employment histories, identified employment barriers, and developed solutions, while providing information on workforce development and training programs.

BA - Forensic Psychology - John Jay College of criminal Justice (2020-08)

AAS - Medical Assistant - Bryant University (2026-07)

MA - Human Rights - John Jay College (2024-05)