Abdi Corona
Aurora,IL
Summary
Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Respectful and compassionate professional nine-year background serving community by providing guidance for clients in need.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Peniel Baptist Church
01.2010 - Current
- Youth group coordinator
- Social media and technology administrator.
Interstate Services Specialist
Kmetko and Associates, Ltd.
10.2015 - Current
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Maintain monthly contact with sending state workers
- Write quarterly supervision reports and adoption studies when needed.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Intern
Family Advocate
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Observed Family Advocates, complete case notes, learned policy and procedures
- Scheduled forensic interviews with families and team members
- Completed needs assessments at case opening and case closure
- Coordinate services for families and providers
- Assisted in the creation and leadership of parental educational support group.
Intern
Child and Family Service
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Observed Child Welfare Specialist, completed case notes, learned policy and procedure
- Performed culturally competent and professional casework services to children and families
- Assisted in comprehensive assessments
- Coordinate services for families, foster parents, and providers
- Assisted in the development and evaluation of family service plans and provided needed interventions.
Intern
Child Protection Division
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Observed Child Protection Investigator, complete case notes, learned policy and procedure
- Conducted interviews with a Child Protection Investigator present
- Requested background records.
Assistant Manager
Crazy 8 Retail Store
07.2014 - 05.2015
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
Sales Lead Manager
Gymboree Retail Store
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling for additional products and services.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Education
Masters of Social Work -
Aurora University
Aurora, IL05.2017
Bachelor of Social Work - Child Welfare
Aurora University
Aurora, IL05.2015
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Computer Skills
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Case Documentation
Certification
Child Welfare Specialist
License
Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Intern
Family Advocate
09.2016 - 05.2018
Interstate Services Specialist
Kmetko and Associates, Ltd.
10.2015 - Current
Intern
Child and Family Service
01.2015 - 05.2015
Intern
Child Protection Division
08.2014 - 12.2014
Assistant Manager
Crazy 8 Retail Store
07.2014 - 05.2015
Sales Lead Manager
Gymboree Retail Store
07.2013 - 07.2014
Volunteer
Peniel Baptist Church
01.2010 - Current
Masters of Social Work -
Aurora University
Bachelor of Social Work - Child Welfare
Aurora University
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