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Sandra Sheridan

Amesbury

Summary

Compassionate recovery coach with a strong background in emotional support and peer engagement. Committed to promoting healthy lifestyle choices and connecting clients with essential community resources.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Macado Reality Trust
Amesbury
02.2015 - Current

Manage a rooming house with 15 tenants, collect rent and enforce the rules. Keep a friendly and professional relationship with the tenants.

Casemanager

Community Teamwork
Lowell
08.2002 - 07.2025
  • Maintained confidentiality and adhered to professional ethics and standards.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness and suggested improvements based on client outcomes.
  • Collaborated with other service providers to ensure continuity of care for clients.
  • Identified barriers to client success and developed strategies to overcome them.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and developing action plans.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community resources and service providers.
  • Utilized case management software and databases for efficient information tracking.
  • Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely documentation and reporting.
  • Provided referrals to appropriate medical, mental health, and social services.
  • Established and maintained relationships to meet community needs and avoid service duplication.
  • Conducted initial assessments to determine client eligibility for programs and services.
  • Organized group activities to provide socialization opportunities for clients.
  • Attended court hearings as a representative of the organization when needed.
  • Supported family members by providing information on local support groups.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers, lawyers, employers and other stakeholders involved in a client's case.
  • Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies, and local judicial systems regarding cases.
  • Assisted with applications for government benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients who lacked access to reliable transportation.
  • Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
  • Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
  • Compiled reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
  • Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
  • Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
  • Oversaw fundraising activities and preparation of public relations materials.
  • Consulted with staff on resolution of complex service issues.

Recovery Coach

BILH
Tewksbury
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Provided emotional support to clients during recovery sessions.
  • Facilitated group discussions to encourage peer support and engagement.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services.
  • Promoted a positive environment that fostered trust and open communication.
  • Supported clients through challenging times by offering emotional guidance and unconditional acceptance.

Manager

7-Eleven
Newburyport
08.2017 - 06.2021
  • Managed daily operations and coordinated team activities for property management.
  • Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for multiple projects.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Education

Edna Stein Academy
Brookline, MA
06-1989

Skills

  • Property management
  • Budget planning
  • Case management
  • Community resource collaboration
  • Confidentiality adherence
  • Customer relationship management

Timeline

Recovery Coach

BILH
06.2021 - 06.2022

Manager

7-Eleven
08.2017 - 06.2021

Manager

Macado Reality Trust
02.2015 - Current

Casemanager

Community Teamwork
08.2002 - 07.2025

Edna Stein Academy
Sandra Sheridan