Dannette Hobbs-Hoarde
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic Housing Advocate with proven success at Family Rescue, Inc., specializing in housing policy advocacy and client assessment. Expert in developing service plans and fostering relationships to overcome barriers, ensuring clients achieve independent living. Adept at resource referral and problem-solving, enhancing client outcomes through dedicated support and collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Housing Advocate
Family Rescue, Inc.
01.2021 - Current
- As a Housing Advocate, for a Rapid Re-Housing program, I assist individuals transitioning out of shelters with finding housing.
- Identified and resolved barriers to enable individuals' transition to independent living.
- Assist with identifying barriers to reaching goals.
- Create service plans and review them every 90 days.
- Complete 90-day assessments to increase their portion of rental payments.
- Refer them to resources that assist with any housing issues.
- Conducted weekly check-ins and 90-day home visits to monitor client progress and address concerns while maintaining confidential files.
- Guided clients in job search efforts by providing resources, childcare services, and educational support.
Housing Case Manager
A Safe Haven Foundation, Inc
01.2018 - 01.2021
- As a supportive housing case manager, I deliver supportive housing services to individuals ages 18 -70 years old.
- Conducted intake/assessment and developed tailored service goal plans to address individual client needs.
- Assist with finding and maintaining housing.
- Negotiated with landlords to secure housing solutions for individuals facing rental arrears.
- Facilitated housing applications and resume creation for clients while building relationships with property managers.
- Maintain weekly contacts with clients.
- Reviewed status of goals every 90 days.
- Keep accurate files and document all contact with clients.
- Manage a caseload of 25 clients.
Case management/Court Liaison/Tier Facilitator
Salina & Associates, Inc/ Sheriff's Women's Justice Program
12.2011 - 03.2017
- Accompanied clients to court as liaison, advocating for alternatives to incarceration.
- Attended staffing meetings with the judge, public defender, state's attorney, and probation officers.
- Conducted intake and needs assessment for new clients to identify appropriate support.
- Supported clients in navigating services
- Facilitated referrals and linkages to services aligning with clients' goals.
- Meet with clients on a weekly basis to monitor goals.
- Led therapeutic group sessions for clients
Education
Associate Degree - Business Administration
Robert Morris College
Chicago, ILSkills
- Housing advocacy
- Client assessment
- Service planning
- Landlord negotiation
- Resource referral
- Homelessness services
- Case documentation
- Supportive services
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Problem solving
- Relationship management
Volunteer Experience
- Parent Group Facilitator, Parent Care and Share /Children's Home & Aid Society
- Board Member, CLAIM - Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
- Usher Board Member, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
Awards
- 2008, Avon's Hello Tomorrow Fund for Women, selected out of over 900 applicants
- 2005, Scholarship to attend the National Roundtable on Women and Prison
- 2006, President Honors List
- 2006, Microsoft Office Specialist Certification
Timeline
Housing Advocate
Family Rescue, Inc.
01.2021 - Current
Housing Case Manager
A Safe Haven Foundation, Inc
01.2018 - 01.2021
Case management/Court Liaison/Tier Facilitator
Salina & Associates, Inc/ Sheriff's Women's Justice Program
12.2011 - 03.2017
Associate Degree - Business Administration
Robert Morris College