Shanquell Manning Knight 12 years experience of human services.

Experience in mental health and community resources often involves working with individuals to assess their mental health needs, providing support, and connecting them to resources that can improve their well-being. This could include roles in counseling, case management, social work, or healthcare, where one works closely with clients to create treatment plans, facilitate therapy or support groups, and navigate available community services. Mental health professionals and community resource specialists typically collaborate with local organizations, healthcare providers, and government agencies to offer services such as crisis intervention, housing support, employment assistance, substance abuse treatment, and family counseling. They may also assist individuals in accessing financial aid, legal support, or educational opportunities that can contribute to mental wellness. Additionally, experience in this field often requires understanding cultural, socioeconomic, and systemic factors that affect mental health, and advocating for individuals to receive equitable care. It involves a deep understanding of both individual and community-level challenges while helping to create environments where people can thrive emotionally and psychologically.