Tynease Anderson

Client-centered professional capable of communicating effectively with social service agencies and healthcare providers. Advocates on behalf of clients and help individuals achieve independence through opportunities that protect, empower, and regain the respect of choices, and preserve dignity as a Social Work Provider, and Mental Health Therapy Professional.

Lead Clinical Case Manager - Covenant House, IL - Chicago, IL

(2024-06)

• Lead and manage a team of case managers providing trauma-informed services to youth experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and other life crises.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, addressing a wide range of issues including housing, employment, mental health, education, and legal services.
• Oversee the intake process for new clients, conducting comprehensive assessments to identify immediate and long-term needs.
• Provide ongoing clinical supervision, training, and support to Interns, and case management team members to ensure compliance with organizational policies and best practices are implemented.
• Work closely with community partners, social services agencies, healthcare providers, and legal professionals to ensure holistic service delivery and smooth client referrals.
• Conduct crisis intervention, de-escalation, and conflict resolution, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients and staff.
• Monitor and track client progress toward goals, adjusting care plans as necessary to address evolving needs.
• Participate in program evaluation efforts, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
• Prepare and maintain accurate case documentation and reports, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Clinical Therapist - NYAP- Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL

(2022-09 - 2024-06)

• Provide therapeutic counseling services for Foster Care youth.
• Provide individual and group therapeutic services.
• Provide clients with anger management techniques, impulsive control, social, emotional, and functional skills.
• Meet weekly with clients for hourly sessions.
• Document therapeutic notes.
• Provide support staff coverage and update regarding client's progress within the Clinical Services.
• Participate in zoom-call meetings to support program and clinical needs.
• Attend weekly Supervision, to discuss clinical services provided.
• Built a therapeutic relationship with youth and family systems and provided counseling services.

Housing Advocate - NYAP- Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL

(2022-07)

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Actively being the face of the organization in the area of housing resource development.
• Provide in-home supportive services, community resource referrals, advocacy, and other social service interventions to the clients.
• Travels daily, to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of clients in compliance with the organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Sources and creates linkage with the community resources to access housing opportunities for clients.
• Assists clients in finding permanent supported housing in the community.
• Assists clients in applying for the Bridge Subsidy program.
• Completes housing applications along with clients, along with the signing of rental lease agreements.
• Takes clients to view housing options in the community.
• Assists clients in establishing a housing expenses budget.
• Assists clients with move-in plans and furnishings of unit plans.
• Assisted with after-school sports programs and issued behavioral reprimands for children.
• Completed schedules and organized age-appropriate activities.
• Utilized company vehicles to transport children as needed.

Resident Care Provider - Mercy Home for Girls and Boys – Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL

(2019-06 - 2021-05)

• Built a therapeutic relationship with youth and family systems and provided counseling services.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of individual treatment plans
• Worked collaboratively with School Resources, Career Resources, and After School Programs
• Communicated effectively with family members and engaged with youth in daily routines and activities.
• Provided supportive supervision, guidance, and role modeling for youth.
• Developed and supported creative interventions and participated in supervision meetings.
• Employed all aspects of de-escalation and behavior management techniques as outlined in CPI protocols.
• Learned, aligned with, and executed the treatment philosophies, modalities, and practices of the agency.
• Worked with assigned advocates, including weekly advocate meetings, as well as weekly family contacts.
• Answered inbound phone calls, distributed medications, scheduled appointments, and created staff schedules.

Full-Time Student - Ultimate Medical Academy – Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL

(2019-03 - 2020-06)

• Remained self-directed, motivated, and accountable for personal actions.
• Came prepared for class and completed assignments on time.
• Navigated new technology, utilized available resources, and set realistic expectations.

Maintenance Supervisor - University of Chicago – Chicago IL - Chicago, IL

(2018-08 - 2019-03)

• Manage staff of 12-15 maintenance technicians
• Scheduling work in areas of design and need.
• Payroll
• Manage and develop technical standards and equipment for inventory control.

Associate of Science Degree - Health and Human Services - Ultimate Medical Academy

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work - Aurora University

Master of Social Work - Social Work - Aurora University