Randallstown, MD 21133

lnesmith1026@gmail.com

LETA NESMITH
Profile

To attain a position where I can utilize my background in social service, as well

as my experience and training in education, to contribute to the mental, social
and physical development of others

Skills
Summary

Member of AASC
Over 4 years experience in
case management
6 years experience as an
educator in a public school
system
Over 2 years experience
working as a Service
Coordinator

Social
Services
Experience

INTERN-HUMAN SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR, VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA

05/2016-08/2016
Developed agenda, organized, and conducted monthly staff meeting for
Resident Service Coordinators.
Reviewed Reasonable Accommodation Request with Regional Housing Manager
II, devised a response and Identified key issues within the request in tor to
make a recommendation
Participated in assessment and evaluation of resident housing surveys using
data analysis via ServiceTrac. Devised a plan of action for each of the 18
properties and discussed positive and negative comments with each property
manager to insure issues are being addressed.
Discussed leadership strategies through use of "White Papers" from IREM
(Institute of Real Estate Management) with Regional Housing Manager. le

14 years
experience
working with the
public
Knowledge of
needs assessments
and finding
resources for
individuals and
families

Years of experience writing

goals for Individual Plan and
Support plans
Experience working with
families and the elderly
-Many years of experience
working with children and
families

RESIDENT SERVICES COORDINATOR, VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICAFLORENCE,SC

10/2014-PRESENT
Conducts depression, isolation, and dementia screenings through use of
Lubben Scale, PHQ-9, VES-13 and Mini-cog
Conducts assessments on physical, financial, and emotional levels of residents
Assists and advises residents and families of the services which may be
necessary to maintain a self reliant lifestyle
Assembles a directory of community services and makes it available to
residents, families and management. Arranges activities and educational
programs
Monitors the delivery of services to insure they are appropriate, timely and
satisfactory
Develops goals, documents contact via progress notes through use of
ServicePoint database. Also uses ServicePoint to run HUD Semi-Annual Report.
CARETAKER/STUDENT-NESMITH,SC
08/2013-08/2014
Assisted with changing insurance plans and obtaining additional help with prescription
coverage
Provides patient personal hygiene by assisting with shampoos, denture cleaning;
assisting with travel to the bathroom; helping with showers and baths
Provides for activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding patient if
necessary; ambulating patient providing fresh water and nourishment between meals
Schedule and transport to medical appointments

Distributed medications and nebulizer treatments daily

Maintain patient stability by checking vital signs and weight

RESOURCE COORDINATOR, SERVICE COORDINATION-PERRY HALL, MD
08/2012-08/2013
Coordinate the Individual Plan specifying preferences and supports and
services for each assigned individual
Locate and coordinate services. Provide technical support and direct
assistance in locating services to include resolving crises
Monitor identified supports and services to determine individuals satisfaction
with services, and quality of services, addressing concerns as necessary
Educate individuals about self-determination, enviable lives, and natural
supports and assist individuals in exploring the implications for themselves.
Assist individuals in identifying life goals and specific preferences
Work cooperatively with individuals, families, service professionals, and others
to ensure that necessary supports and services are located and implemented
Maintain accurate up-to-date files for each individual in the database
Conducted front office operations and provided impeccable customer service
KINSHIP CARE SOCIAL WORKER, BETHANNA-PHILADELPHIA, PA
2/2005-8/2006

Carried caseload of 15 or more cases at a time

Maintain case history records and prepare reports
Additional
Experience

Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine

causes of problems such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement
solutions.
Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients, and perform
follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided
E.S.P.R.I.T. PROGRAM SUPERVISOR, ACHIEVA-PITTSBURGH,PA
11/2003-8/2004
Oversee the daily operations of the ESPRIT In-Home Residential Program
Trained and supervised staff of four workers engaged in mental health
casework
Created additional programs for youth, teaching them life skills and exposure
to different social avenues
Counseled mothers with intellectual disabilities in daily life skills
PARALEGAL/FORECLOSURE PROCESSOR, ROBERT HALF LEGALBALTIMORE,MD 10/2010-06/2012
Processed foreclosures for MD and VA
Updated foreclosure files in CaseAware
Used title search report to enter information into CaseAware and Vendorscape
to begin foreclosure process
Assisted with bank audits by updating time sensitive information in
Vendorscape
INTERN-LAW OFFICE OF DERRICK HAMLIN, ESQ-BALTIMORE,MD
7/2010-8/2010
Prepared legal documents-excel case list, omnibus motions, complaints, motion
for entry of judgment, motion for wage garnishment, foreclosure and eviction
letters
Organize and maintain legal records so that the filing system can be easily
accessed to archive case files and documents
Preparation and organization of case research, notes and other legal
documents
Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, legal articles,

and codes
LIBRARIAN, EUTAW MARSHBURN ELEMENTARY-BALTIMORE,MD
9/2006-6/2010
Coordinates work of library assistants and community volunteers; provides
training; assigns and reviews work.
Assists Technical Support Department in providing basic level technical support
to building such as basic troubleshooting of equipment, performing minor
repairs, setting up new equipment.
Schedules class sessions in the library; provides library skills instruction in
accordance with student learning objectives; reads stories to children;
coordinates other learning activities
Orders books, periodicals, and other library materials. Reads book reviews;
selects books and prepares listing of books for purchase consideration

Activities &
Awards

Deans List-Spring 2015

Education &
Credentials

WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY-WILMINGTON, DE
Master of Administration of Human Services
Completion: August 2016
Current GPA: 3.48
TAU UPSILON ALPHA-National Human Services Honors Society
Member since 2015
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY-LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, PA
BS Sociology-Minor: Human Services
ARUNDEL COMMUNITY COLLEGE-ARNOLD, MD
Paralegal Certificate-Litigation Studies

References Available Upon Request