About Julia Maria McDougall
Julia Maria McDougall I am a former Agricultural Extension Agent and Agricultural Educator with fifteen years of public service in Caribbean twin-island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Now I am an author, business administration, healthcare, social services professional, and writing consultant residing in the United States of America. See linkedin.com/in/julia-m-mc-dougall-a6304723
I am also a graduate student on leave of absence for Fall 2022. Notably, plans are afoot to resume studies in Spring 2023.
At present, I hold the position of Senior Intensive Case Manager at Help USA/HomeBase Service Area II in New York City.
Professional Summary
Client-centered business administration, healthcare, social services, and writing consultancy professional seeking a position that will enable me to utilize my considerable experience and skill to effectively provide quality support and partnership. Utilizing excellent people and communication skills, motivational interviewing techniques, and organizational proficiencies in helping clientele lead more well-adjusted lives.
Work Experience
HelpUSA/HomeBaseII, New York, NY 11/2022-Present
Senior Intensive Case Manager
• Conduct intakes and assessments of high-risk program participants and provide referrals to appropriate resources to ensure the maintenance of housing stability and self-sufficiency.
• Use the Critical Time Intervention (CTI) case management model to address client needs.
• Conduct home visits (done virtually due to COVID-19 pandemic).
• Establish community linkages for high-risk clients with the goal of building support systems to assist clients move towards self-sufficiency.
• Liaise with property management companies, landlords, and brokers to negotiate affordable rental amounts, repairs, etc.
• Conduct apartment walkthroughs/inspections (done virtually due to COVID-19 pandemic) for NY Department of Social Services/HRA/ CityFHEPS/FHEPS subsidy programs
HelpUSA/HomeBaseII, New York, NY 9/2019-8/28/2020
CTI/Intensive Case Manager
• Conducted intakes and assessments of high-risk program participants and providing referrals to appropriate resources to ensure the maintenance of housing stability and self-sufficiency.
• Used the Critical Time Intervention (CTI) case management model to address client needs.
• Conducted home visits and escorted clients to appointments when necessary.
• Established community linkages for high-risk clients with the goal of building support systems to assist clients move towards self-sufficiency.
• Liaised with property management companies, landlords, and brokers to negotiate affordable rental amounts, repairs, etc.
• Conducted apartment walkthroughs/inspections for NY Department of Social Services/HRA/ CityFHEPS/FHEPS subsidy programs
Urban Resource Institute, New York, NY 5/2018-10/2019
Direct Support Professional
• Prepared concise written reports including Incident Reports, Resident’s Progress notes and other reports as assigned
• Explained and demonstrated the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Direct Support Professional Core Competencies
• Trained individuals in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills
• Responded to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action.
Nyack College, New York, NY (Now: Alliance University) 1/2014-5/2016
Undergraduate Coordinator and Writing Consultant
• Administrated, coordinated, and evaluated consultations provided by Undergraduate Writing Consultants
• Collected and stored data for Writing Center Statistician
• Formulated plans to ensure that 95% of the students mastered the writing processes and styles
• Created PowerPoint presentations used for business development purposes
• Supervised daily operations and handled public relations matters on behalf of the Writing Center
Progressive & Prime Care Home Health Services, New York, NY 1/2011-8/2015
Certified Home Health Aide
• Maintained patients’ medical records intake and output records
• Directed patients in simple range of motion exercise prescribed by the Physical Therapist
• Monitored patients’ vital signs daily
Pearson VUE, New York, NY 8/2011-8/2012
Assistant Test Administrator
• Executed all testing procedures for the New York State Teachers Certification Examinations
• Worked closely with internal departments to investigate and solve 95% of technical issues
• Monitored all candidates during testing
Technical Vocational Educator - Full-time
Tobago House of Assembly
Aug 2003 - Dec 2010 · 7 yrs. 5 mos.
Technical Vocational Educator/Instructor-Agricultural Science
Technical Vocational Teacher for both instructional and practical Agricultural Science classes at junior and senior levels at Mason Hall Secondary School, Tobago
Developed, implemented and evaluated an agricultural science curriculum for high school students.
Administered and graded practical and theoretical Agricultural Science examinations to ensure student competency.
Counseled and advised students with regards to career choices and future academic projections.
Supervised staff assigned to school-based projects based on plant and animal science-related subject matter.
4H Program Coordinator- Tobago/ Agricultural Extension Officer
Division of Agriculture, Tobago House of Assembly
Apr 1995 - Aug 2003 · 8 yrs 5 mos
Trinidad and Tobago
Pilot lectures & workshops at farmers organizations, church & community groups, schools, government & not-for-profit organizations as well as private individuals/businesses.
Education
• Dual-Degree Master of Divinity and Master of Social Work – Hunter College (CUNY) and Union Theological Seminary (Columbia University-NYC Affiliate): September 2020 to May 2022 – Currently on Leave of Absence for Fall 2022
• Motivational Interviewing 201: Advance Your Skills in MI Training, Harm Reduction Coalition, New York (January 31, 2020)
• Motivational Interviewing 101: Introduction to the Spirit and Practice of MI, Harm Reduction Coalition, New York NY (January 24, 2020)
• Adult Mental Health First Aid Training, NY Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (September 30, 2019)
• B.Sc. Business Administration, Alliance University formerly Nyack College (May 2016)
• Certificate in Bible and Theology, West Indies School of Theology, Trinidad (2002-2004)
• Diploma in Agriculture Education and Teacher Training, Agriculture Teacher Education Center, Eastern
Caribbean Institute for Agriculture and Forestry, Trinidad and Tobago now under the auspices of the University
of Trinidad and Tobago (1997-1998)
• Diploma in Agriculture, Eastern Caribbean Institute for Agriculture and Forestry, Trinidad and Tobago now under
the auspices of the University of Trinidad and Tobago (October 1992 – July 1994)
Skills:
• Microsoft Office Suite
Affiliation/Membership:
Association for International Agricultural and Extension Education (AIAEE)
Honorary Member: Alpha Chi National Honor Society: Chapter 271; New York Pi; Nyack College
Interim General Secretary, Tobago Youth Council (1996 -1997)
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