Sarah Hammel

Experience

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  Towson University

  Sept 2008 - Jun 2012

  Fundraiser

  Worked at the Towson Fund, called alumni to fundraise for Towson University.

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  GBMC HealthCare

  Jun 2012 - May 2016

  Unit Secretary

  Worked as a unit secretary for the newborn nursery.

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  Itineris Inc.

  Jul 2016 - Mar 2017

  Autism Support Coach

  Assisted adults on the Autism spectrum (anywhere from 1:1-1:4) with day to day activities, including vocational tasks, artwork, independent living skills, career development, and going to job sites for trials and/or paid or volunteer position. Also accompanied clients on weekly outings in the community, and completed daily and weekly notes on client's progress towards goals.

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  Key Point Health Services, Inc.

  Jun 2017 - Apr 2021

  Counselor to 18 adults, meeting with each of them a minimum of biweekly to discuss goals and progress. Advocates for clients in regarding treatment options, medication issues/side effects, and at their request. Coordinates with providers to report changes in mood, affect, or behavior to decrease hospitalizations. Teaches classes such as art, mindfulness, self-care and psychiatric recovery. Completes monthly progress notes, responsible for bi-annual treatment plan updates, mental health assessments. As a case manager, fulfills responsibilities above, oversees billing, assists with entitlements/benefits, submits new referrals for authorization, completes all new intakes, and manages staff in an assistant capacity. Show less

  • Case Manager

    Jul 2019 - Apr 2021

  • Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor

    Jun 2017 - Apr 2021
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  Advantage Psychiatric Services llc

  Jun 2021 - Oct 2021

  Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor

  Worked as an adult offsite counselor. Making home visits to see clients, providing case management as needed, working on treatment plan goals. Also completing monthly progress notes, biannual treatment plans, and other assessments as needed.

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  House of Ruth Maryland

  Oct 2021 - Jul 2023

  Inputting police reports, other duties as assigned. Assisting clients who have experienced intimate partner violence with finding local affordable housing opportunities; working with landlords to secure housing and accommodations; providing advocacy and support to clients.

  • LAP Outreach Specialist

    Apr 2023 - Jul 2023

  • Safe Homes Coordinator

    Oct 2021 - Apr 2023
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  Sheppard Pratt

  Jan 2024 - now

  Community Navigator

  Helping folks in state psychiatric hospitals transition into the community once they are deemed ready by myself and their treatment team. This will include seeking housing/residential rehab programs, taking them into the community, and assessing their progress.