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ACACIA CLARK

ACACIA CLARK

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

I am a very attentive and keen observer. I am very good at paying attention to detail and being present in the moment with whoever I'm with. I am very relational, empathetic, patient, and capable of connecting with people from varied backgrounds and stories. I am very passionate about working with children in foster care and helping them navigate through their trauma. I have personal experience with foster care and adoption in my own family, and I believe that it has shaped and influenced me to be the person I am today. Being able to connect with the people that I am serving is very important to me, and to how I do my job. Building rapport is crucial in the field of social work, and I want to be able to build connections with my clients so that they feel supported, which will help me do my job better.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nanny

Corbin & Brooke Burnes
Scottsdale, Arizona
01.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily activities for children, ensuring a safe environment.
  • Maintained open communication with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
  • Implemented routines, reinforcing positive behavior and discipline strategies.
  • Engaged in outdoor activities, encouraging physical fitness and social interaction.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, such as laundry and meal preparation.
  • Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
  • Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
  • Read stories aloud to the children, and engage them in creative play activities.

RAP Case Manager

Phoenix Rescue Mission
Phoenix, AZ
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • I worked in the intake department as a case manager, ministering to women who are homeless, domestic violence victims, women from jail or prison, substance users, and those with mental health issues, etc.
  • I provided case management services to women seeking recovery or rehab, either in the year-long program, or I would help find external placement for them in a different program.
  • I provided Christ-centered services to my clients.
  • I completed my field placement in the counseling department for my MSW.
  • During my field placement, I completed biopsychosocial assessments for the clients who were interested in the year-long program. I assessed for any clinical concerns and determined if a client would be a good fit.

Targeted Case Manager

Arizona's Children Association
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • I worked as a behavioral health case manager.
  • I facilitated Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings to ensure that my clients received the services they needed.
  • I developed treatment plans, sent referrals as needed, conducted assessments when necessary, and maintained accurate documentation of client records.

Foster Care Intern

Christian Family Care Agency
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • I worked as an intern at CFC in the Foster Care program.
  • I learned about what the licensing process looks like for foster parents, and I shadowed the youth advocate program that CFC offers.
  • Participated in court hearings regarding custody issues related to client cases.
  • Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and family dynamics.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and professionals.
  • Attended continuing education classes related to fostering best practices.
  • I conducted background assessments of families and developed family support plans.

MET Associate

Home Depot
Flagstaff, Arizona
12.2020 - 11.2022
  • Executed planograms to ensure proper product placement and visual appeal.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain inventory accuracy and organization.
  • Assisted in product resets to enhance store layout and customer experience.
  • Engaged with customers to address inquiries and enhance shopping experience.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries and requests for assistance.
  • Executed pricing changes according to company guidelines.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols when handling heavy equipment or hazardous materials.

Education

Masters of Social Work Degree -

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
01-2025

Bachelors of Social Work Degree -

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05.2023

Associates of Arts Degree -

Rio Salado College
Phoenix, AZ
05.2020

High School Diploma -

Deer Valley High School
Glendale, AZ
05.2020

Skills

  • Customer Service skills
  • Active listener
  • Empathetic and relational
  • Proactive
  • Attentive
  • Culturally competent
  • Patient
  • Case management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Client advocacy

Training

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention training, 01/24/23
  • Navigating the Court System for Foster Parents with Attorney Kim Turner, 02/16/23
  • Foster Parent College at Dream City Church, 02/27/23
  • Therapeutic Foster Care training-TBRI/3-5-7 Model Training, 04/27/23
  • ASIST Training/Suicide prevention, 09/07/23 - 09/08/23

Volunteer Experience

  • High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team Captain.
  • Treasurer for the campus chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
  • High School Vice President of the Christian Club on Campus.
  • Children's Ministry volunteer at church, Redemption Peoria & Redemption Flagstaff.
  • Childcare volunteer for Parent's Morning Out with AZ 1.27.
  • Southwest Behavior Health volunteer activities coordinator, Phoenix, AZ.
  • Personal Shopper at City Hope - Affiliated with Christ Church Central Phoenix

Awards

  • Received the full tuition Lumberjack Scholarship based on academics in high school.
  • Made the Dean's List at NAU in the Fall semester of 2022 and Spring semester of 2023 maintaining a GPA of 3.50 and higher.

Certification

  • Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW): License Issued 03/01/2025
  • Level 1 Finger Print Clearance Card: Issued 04/01/2022
  • CPR and First Aid Certified: Issued 11/14/2023

References

  • Nicole Appiah, CFC Foster Care & DCS Adoptions Program Manager, (508) 400-7618, nappiah@cfcare.org
  • Harold Smiley, Home Depot MET Supervisor, (928) 221-9931, haroldsmiley@homedepot.com
  • Anthony Gee, Redemption Church Flagstaff Pastor, (602) 920-5492, anthonygee@redemptionaz.com
  • Kailey Jensen, AZ 1.27 Northwest Region Coordinator, (928) 853-7403, kailey@az127.org
  • Crystal Singleton, Director of Case Management Services at Phoenix Rescue Mission, (602) 573-3492, csingleton@phxmission.org
  • Melissa Hajek, Case Management Supervisor at Phoenix Rescue Mission, (602) 527-8722, mhajek@phxmission.org

Timeline

Nanny

Corbin & Brooke Burnes
01.2025 - Current

RAP Case Manager

Phoenix Rescue Mission
01.2024 - 11.2024

Targeted Case Manager

Arizona's Children Association
08.2023 - 12.2023

Foster Care Intern

Christian Family Care Agency
01.2023 - 05.2023

MET Associate

Home Depot
12.2020 - 11.2022

Masters of Social Work Degree -

Grand Canyon University

Bachelors of Social Work Degree -

Northern Arizona University

Associates of Arts Degree -

Rio Salado College

High School Diploma -

Deer Valley High School

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