Dedicated Social Worker offering 3 years of counseling and crisis intervention expertise. Offering comprehensive background in social services and education, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to provide appropriate resources.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Welfare Specialist II
Mecklenburg County Department Of Social Services
06.2023 - Current
Advocated for the best interests of children during court proceedings, presenting clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal service delivery for children and families.
Reduced risk factors for child abuse and neglect by providing timely interventions and supportive services to at-risk families.
Increased access to resources for struggling families by connecting them with relevant community organizations and programs.
Provided crisis intervention services as needed for clients experiencing urgent challenges related to child protection concerns or family dynamics issues.
Managed complex caseloads effectively while adhering to strict timelines as mandated by federal regulations or state policies.
Case Manager
9 Silver LLC
04.2023 - 11.2024
Managed a case load of 30 individuals providing them with ongoing support and guidance throughout their recovery journey
Facilitated and lead therapy sessions for 30-40 individuals struggling with various mental health or addiction-related issues
Provided case management services, including assessment of general needs, and follow-up
Provided and developed referrals to appropriate services in the community
Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
Preventive Child Parent Psychotherapist
Sheltering Arms New York Family And Children
09.2022 - 03.2023
Managed a case load of 8 families and performed weekly visits with the children and their families
Provided therapeutic treatment to caregiver and child(ren) using CPP model
Coordinated all case management, referral and advocacy services for each family, to alleviate risk of abuse or neglect
Participated in all required training and credentialing activities as required by the CPP
Developed resources for social services referrals, assessing, coordinating and evaluating
Provided tools for clients and families to communicate better and negotiate issues for improved family relationships
Community Habilitation Specialist
Lifes WORC
08.2018 - 03.2023
Helped vulnerable individuals navigate the community
Worked with individual to accomplish goals
Worked with teams and participated in care coordination procedures
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care
Para Professional
Department of Education
10.2015 - 09.2022
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress
Supervised students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support
Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual
Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents
Collaborated with school social worker to develop and implement individualized education plans and behavioral intervention plans for students with special needs
Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement
Education
Master's - Social Work
Hunter College of The City University
New York, NY
01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
St Francis College
Brooklyn
01.2018
Skills
Trauma-informed care
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Attention to detail
License
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA), SUDRC
Timeline
Child Welfare Specialist II
Mecklenburg County Department Of Social Services
06.2023 - Current
Case Manager
9 Silver LLC
04.2023 - 11.2024
Preventive Child Parent Psychotherapist
Sheltering Arms New York Family And Children
09.2022 - 03.2023
Community Habilitation Specialist
Lifes WORC
08.2018 - 03.2023
Para Professional
Department of Education
10.2015 - 09.2022
Master's - Social Work
Hunter College of The City University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
St Francis College
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