Allison Lenhard
Durham
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Services Social Worker
Orange County Department of Social Services
09.2022 - Current
- Carry a caseload of 8-15 In-Home Services and Permanency Planning cases
- Visit clients in their homes to receive updates on the family’s situation and well-being
- Document all actions and information of each day by the required timelines
- Contact clients, clients’ collateral contacts, and other community members by phone, email, and letters daily
- Conduct placement searches and referrals for children in the custody of Orange County DSS which includes kinship searches and assessments
- Research and refer clients to appropriate community resources
Barista
Cup A Joe
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Fostered relationships with regular customers, therefore getting to know the wider Hillsborough community better
- Maintained a safe, clean, and professional workspace and appearance at all times
- Provided quick, respectful service to customers by taking and making orders in a timely manner
Intern
Easterseals UCP
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Observed and participated in meetings with Child Placement Coordinators and clients
- Assisted supervisor with administrative projects and tasks including resource collection and community outreach
Intern
Ashe County Department of Social Services
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Observed Assessment/Investigation, In-Home, and Foster Care CPS social workers
- Visited clients in their homes to receive updates on the family’s situation and well-being
- Contacted clients, clients’ collateral contacts, and other community members by phone, email, and letters
Student Supervisor
Plemmons Student Union
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Responsible for building security, organization, staff supervision, staff performance reviews, and all recurring facility activities, such as game room staffing, cash balances on change of staff, and equipment repair / access
- Directed a staff of 3-10 people to satisfactorily complete customer requests for event requirements, including cleanliness, correct equipment set up, and accessibility for customer events
- Responsible liaison between customers and the professional staff regarding questions or resolving conflicts
Education
Master’s Degree - Social Work
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2020
Skills
- Client empowerment
- Child advocacy
- Court testimony
- Goal setting and achievement
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Timeline
Child Protective Services Social Worker
Orange County Department of Social Services
09.2022 - Current
Barista
Cup A Joe
04.2021 - 04.2022
Intern
Easterseals UCP
08.2020 - 05.2021
Intern
Ashe County Department of Social Services
01.2020 - 05.2020
Student Supervisor
Plemmons Student Union
01.2017 - 05.2020
Master’s Degree - Social Work
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Appalachian State University
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