Alexis Bell

Experience

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  Longwood Univeristy Residential and Commuter life

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2019

  Resident Assistant

  • Documenting incidents such as hospital transports, student handbook violations, and crimes • Organizing monthly educational events that include diversity, inclusion and direct actions • Resolving issues in crisis situations • Managing front desk responsibilities such as signing in guest, answering phones, emailing, communicating with students as needed• Assisting the Resident Education Coordinator • Facilitating staff meetings • Completing paperwork for fire health and safety and programming Show less

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  Chesterfield Parks and Receration

  May 2018 - Aug 2018

  Summer Camp Counselor
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  Bojangles'​ Restaurants, Inc.

  Dec 2018 - Jan 2020

  Crew Member
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  LOC Family Services

  Jan 2019 - May 2019

  Intern

  • Assisting supervisor with weekly classes at the local jail• Researching community-based resources available for individuals recently released from incarceration• Attending monthly board meetings to assist in the planning and development of the program• Contacting local agencies and businesses for contributions to the program• Conducting interviews to determine the resources and services needed for each incoming client• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevantwork situations.• Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations. Show less

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  Saber Healthcare Group

  Nov 2019 - Sept 2023

  Activities Assistant

  • Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memoryexercises.• Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessaryaccommodations or modifications needed for participation.• Assisting nursing staff as needed• Charting attendance and behaviors in activities• Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care duringactivities.• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when faced with unforeseen circumstances or changes to scheduledprogramming, ensuring a consistently enjoyable experience for residents. Show less

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  HopeTree Family Services

  Jan 2020 - Apr 2020

  Intern

  • Assisting case managers with services for clients• Completing case notes, intake documentation, and individual treatment plans• Attending FAPT, family supervision, court, and CPMT meetings• Providing trauma informed care to children and families• Assisting with monthly documentations requested by the local departments of social services• Working within a team of local social services providers• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevantwork situations.• Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.• Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set. Show less

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  Grafton Integrated Health Network

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2020

  Direct Support Professional
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  Henrico PAL

  Aug 2020 - Feb 2021

  Full day counselor

  • Monitoring a classroom of 6-11 students attending virtual learning• Planning and facilitating daily activities• Ensuring social distancing between each student• Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.• Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.

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  City of Petersburg, VA

  Feb 2021 - Mar 2024

  • Facilitates FAPT meetings and mediates different agency agendas and service recommendations to obtain consensuson client service plans• Develops Individual Family Service Plans and ensure clients are receiving proper services to meet individual needs• Provide case managers and FAPT members information on vendors, services, treatment options and modalities• Ensures reviews are scheduled and files are maintained in accordance with state and local polices• Assists the CSA coordinator in preparing documentation for Community Policy and Management Team meetings• Responds to inquiries regarding funding for customer services• Determines appropriate services and eligibility for clients• Interprets local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines to ensure appropriate services and funding sources areutilized• Interviews children and families to assess progress and completes clinical assessment using the Child andAdolescent Needs and Strengths tool• Conducts research, prepares reports, and provides general information regarding service provisions, funding sources,and referrals• Managed team workload to reach targets for specific tasks.• Delegated meeting tasks addressed questions and resolved scheduling issues. Show less • Managing a case load of over 800 families, using the Virginia Case management system and goggle spread sheets• Applying awareness of the SNAP and Medicaid policies to determine eligibility• Conducting interviews with clients as needed for most accurate determination• Completing case documentation to reflect the policies and procedures used while determining eligibility• Providing local programs, resources, and services that meet the needs of the clients• Resolving problems and customer complaints received Show less

  • FAPT Coordinator

    Nov 2022 - Mar 2024

  • Benefits Specialist I

    Feb 2021 - Nov 2022
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  StepStone Family & Youth Services

  Mar 2024 - now

  Foster Care Case Manager

  • Completing regular visitations to ensure the safety of children and families and ensuring the homes remained incompliance.• Advocating for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety andwell-being of child.• Attending court proceedings and testifying in the best interest of the child.• Visiting with newly placed children frequently to support comprehensive success and assimilation.• Providing resources and support to foster parents during monthly visitation to help mitigate problems arising fromchild behavior.• Providing person-centered services through developing and reviewing treatment plans and incorporating the goalsand objectives into visits and interactions with the youth.• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (TN DCS, mental health providers, Guardian ad litems, attorney, CASA,and CFTM coordinators), to ensure the best possible outcomes for children in foster care.• Monitoring foster home compliance with state regulations and conducted regular home visits to ensure safeenvironments for children placed in care.• Strengthened child-parent relationships through facilitating supervised visitations and providing support duringreunification processes.• Ensuring timely completion of documentation, including case notes, incident reports, home safety checklist,visitation observations, and treatment plans to maintain compliance with state regulations.• Developed strong rapport with clients, maintaining regular communication and offering guidance throughout theirtime in the foster care system.• Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members. Show less