Kimberly Dykeman, Crc
About Kimberly Dykeman, Crc
Kimberly Dykeman is a Healthcare Navigator with extensive experience in trauma-informed service delivery, currently working at Friendship Place since 2020. She has a strong background in supporting vulnerable populations, including veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness, and holds a Master of Science in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling.
Work at Friendship Place
Kimberly Dykeman has been serving as a Healthcare Navigator at Friendship Place since 2020. In this role, she utilizes trauma-informed service delivery methods to assist clients in achieving stability. Her work focuses on supporting individuals in navigating healthcare systems and accessing necessary services. Dykeman employs motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate client progress, ensuring that her approach is client-centered and effective.
Previous Experience at VOA Illinois
Prior to her current position, Dykeman worked at VOA Illinois in various roles. From 2014 to 2017, she served as an Employment Service Coordinator, followed by her role as a High-Risk Intervention Specialist from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as a Benefits Coordinator from 2017 to 2019. In these positions, she gained experience in supporting vulnerable populations, including veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness.
Educational Background
Dykeman studied at the Illinois Institute of Technology, where she earned a Master of Science (MS) in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from 2011 to 2013. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from the same institution, completing her studies from 2008 to 2011. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in healthcare navigation and client support.
Professional Techniques and Strategies
In her professional practice, Dykeman applies Housing First and harm-reduction strategies. These approaches are designed to support individuals in overcoming barriers to housing and healthcare access. Her experience includes working with diverse populations, including veterans, individuals experiencing homelessness, and persons with disabilities, which informs her application of these strategies.
Internship Experience
Dykeman gained early experience in the field during her internship at Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare in 2013. As an Intern in Supported Employment, she contributed to initiatives aimed at helping individuals secure and maintain employment. This role provided her with practical skills that she has since applied in her subsequent positions.