Alexa Barela
Farr West,UT
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate child services professional well-versed in child abuse, neglect and safety concerns. Thorough investigator, recordkeeper, and planner with in-depth understanding of DCFS policies and court proceedings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Services Lead Caseworker
DCFS
09.2019 - Current
- Receive and evaluate initial child abuse reports and investigate them
- Report to supervisors, attorneys, and other team members to plan the best help for the families I work with
- Enter case notes, assess safety, assess risk, and complete suicide screeners with youth over 10 in a timely manner
- Communicate with staff, families, attorneys, community members, etc
- Put referrals into community based supports for families in need
- Attend work meetings, court, and other trainings to gain more knowledge and experience in my role
- Assist other caseworkers and other professionals and coordinate with them to better serve the families we work with.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Chrysalis Connects
12.2017 - 02.2019
- Work different programs with children with autism
- Report to supervisors and parents on progress with the children
- Enter session notes online for CentralReach reports for insurance
- Communicate with staff lead and family of the children on program issues and suggestions
- Attend work meetings to collaborate with other RBT’s on program needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Studies -
Weber State University
01.2018
Associates of General Studies -
Weber State University
01.2016
Skills
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Proficient in SAFE
- Records Management
- Client Interaction
- Issue Identification and Resolution
- Structured Decision Making (SDM) Tools Knowledge
- Client Advocacy
- Case Documentation
Academic Professional Qualifications
- Zion Caseworker of the Year 2023
- Social Service Worker 2023
- Received the Carly Bird Suicide Awareness Scholarship 2018
- CPR, AED and First Aid Certified 2018
- Registered Behavioral Technician License 2018
- Completed Pharmacy Technician Course at OWATC 2012
- Utah Dispatcher Certification 2009
Volunteer Experience
- Marshal White Community Center, 2016 & 2017, At Marshal White, I helped with the annual Thanksgiving feast for the homeless and less fortunate community members.
- CAPES! At Weber State University, 2016, At the CAPES! Program, I worked specifically with kids with autism and other IDD’s to overcome obstacles that they were having issues with, specifically with routines and physical challenges.
- Youth Impact, 2015, At Youth Impact, I worked with the underprivileged children of the community with their homework and spending quality time getting to know them and helping them feel valued. I also helped at their annual Gala to raise money for the program.
- Utah School for the Deaf and Blind, 2009, At the Deaf and Blind School, I assisted in the planning and implementing of their annual prom dance. I helped with set up, spent time with the students, helped with activities, and with the cleaning after the dance.
Timeline
Child Protective Services Lead Caseworker
DCFS
09.2019 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
Chrysalis Connects
12.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Studies -
Weber State University
Associates of General Studies -
Weber State University
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