Creshinda Thomas
Phoenix,Phoenix
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing customized vocational plans for diverse client populations. Utilizes comprehensive assessments and evidence-based interventions to support clients in achieving employment goals. Track record of effective case management and counseling, ensuring client progress and self-sufficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Specialist
Valleywise Health Care
05.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized rehabilitation plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Facilitated workshops on vocational skills, enhancing participant engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with community resources to connect clients with employment opportunities and support services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate client capabilities and job readiness.
- Advised clients on job search strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation techniques.
- Supported clients'' long-term success in the workforce by providing follow-up services such as job coaching and performance evaluations.
Supportive Case Manager, ACT Generalist
LaFrontera-Empact Communidad
12.2016 - Current
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive Patient care.
- Developed individualized service plans to address client needs and promote well-being.
- Coordinated resources and services to enhance client access to mental health support.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client strengths and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients.
Behavioral Health Technician/Case Manager Jail Diversion
Southwest Behavioral Health
10.2013 - Current
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
- Provided patient education.
Behavioral Health Technician
Az Mentor Network
03.2011 - 10.2013
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Assisted patients with daily functions.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
- Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of patients.
- Led the planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with the agency mission and philosophy.
- Established and maintained systems that safely met residents' needs.
- Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
02.2001 - 03.2011
- ASPC Lewis, ASPC Perryville
- Duties- Correctional Officer II, Visitation Officer, Medical Officer-location Medical Unit ASPC Perryville, Minors Unit officer- ASPC Perryville. Primary Location- Max Custody Male, Female and Minors
Skills
- Disability knowledge
- Professional ethics
- Resume development
- Client advocacy
- Assessment skills
- Individualized planning
- Career development
- Job retention support
- Documentation proficiency
- Community resources navigation
- Transferable skills identification
- Vocational evaluation
- Employment strategies
- Caseload management
- Community relations
- Resource identification
- Service coordination
Timeline
Rehabilitation Specialist
Valleywise Health Care
05.2025 - Current
Supportive Case Manager, ACT Generalist
LaFrontera-Empact Communidad
12.2016 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician/Case Manager Jail Diversion
Southwest Behavioral Health
10.2013 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Az Mentor Network
03.2011 - 10.2013
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
02.2001 - 03.2011