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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Training

Amanda Faust

Signature Family Services
Hamburg,United States
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience

Experienced social services professional with a strong commitment to fostering positive outcomes and enhancing community well-being. Adept at providing support, advocacy, and resources to diverse populations while maintaining high ethical standards. Skilled in case management, crisis intervention, and effective communication.

Work History

Social Worker| Domestic Violence Caseworker

2 Years 2 Months
Signature Family Services | 06.2024 - Current
  • Managed comprehensive client caseload, ensuring timely appointments and facilitating effective casework that supported client stability.
  • Designed and implemented weekly classes for batterers, focusing on understanding the effects of domestic violence and promoting accountability.
  • Provided tailored support to survivors of domestic violence, ensuring access to appropriate resources and assistance for recovery.
  • Monitored case developments and delivered timely weekly and bi-weekly progress reports to Children and Youth Services, maintaining full compliance with established referral protocols.
  • Submit a weekly safety assessment whenever assigned to an intensive family case.
  • Submit weekly and bi-weekly case progress reports to Children and Youth Services in accordance with CYS referral requirements, maintaining full compliance throughout.
  • Prepare and submit case documentation, quarterly reports, and court reports in strict compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided transportation services for clients to attend appointments and essential services. to and from appointments when needed.
  • Researched and disseminated information regarding community resources, focusing on local food bank schedules and available assistance services in the area.
  • Coordinated support for clients in scheduling medical appointments and applying for housing and government assistance programs.
  • Conduct thorough assessments to identify client needs, facilitating targeted interventions that resulted in measurable improvements in family stability.

Maternity Outreach Coordinator | Counselor

1 Year
Mary's Shelter | 12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Revitalized Maternity Outreach by spearheading the Diaper Bank, enhancing support for 100+ families.
  • Monitored outreach program effectiveness and reported findings to drive continuous improvement.
  • Coordinated with various departments to provide comprehensive maternal care. Updated client lists and scheduled appointments, ensuring seamless service delivery.
  • Revamped social media strategy, boosting follower interaction by 30% and enhancing community engagement.
  • Facilitated communication by efficiently handling a multi-line phone system. Transferred calls to the appropriate department.
  • Provided essential counseling and resources for maternity care.
  • Ensured accurate client documentation, from counseling sessions to billing, enhancing service precision.
  • Coordinated with departments to provide comprehensive maternal care, updating client lists and scheduling appointments for seamless service delivery.
  • Handled a multi-line phone system. Transferred calls to the appropriate department.

Direct Support Professional

1 Year 1 Month
Mary's Shelter | 11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Managed youth medication schedules to ensure compliance and enhance health stability.
  • Facilitated academic and personal growth, supporting youth in daily tasks and learning.
  • Facilitated academic and personal growth by supporting youth in daily tasks and learning activities.
  • Managed youth medication schedules, ensuring compliance and promoting health stability.
  • Provided compassionate support to foster a stable, nurturing environment for youth.

Administrative Assistant

5 Years 5 Months
ZEE Medical Service | 02.2016 - 07.2021
  • Managed accounts receivable, ensuring precise invoicing and effective collections for improved cash flow.
  • Optimized backorder processes, enhancing sales team workflow and increasing customer satisfaction.
  • Optimized backorder processes to elevate sales team productivity and boost customer satisfaction.
  • Managed personnel files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Coordinated inventory management and liaised with vendors for timely procurement of office supplies.

Education

AAS - Early Childhood Teaching

Reading Area Community College | Reading, PA | 05-2011

Associate of Science

Autism Partnership Foundation

I am pursuing my Registered Behavioral Health Certification through ongoing coursework.

Associate of Science - Social Work

University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work | Mechanicsburg, PA | 06-2025

Certified to work with children and families with disabilities.

Skills

Social Worker
Crisis Intervention
Counseling
Family Support
Resource Coordination
Client Relations
Drug Screening
Substance Abuse Counseling
Youth Mentoring
Early Childhood Education
Office Administration
Budget Management

Certification

National CPR Foundation-issued CPR/AED Certification

Credentialed caseworker authorized to provide domestic violence intervention services

Timeline

Social Worker| Domestic Violence Caseworker

Signature Family Services
06.2024 - CurrentRead More

Maternity Outreach Coordinator | Counselor

Mary's Shelter
12.2022 - 12.2023Read More

Direct Support Professional

Mary's Shelter
11.2021 - 12.2022Read More

Administrative Assistant

ZEE Medical Service
02.2016 - 07.2021Read More

Reading Area Community College

AAS from Early Childhood Teaching
Read More

Autism Partnership Foundation

Associate of Science
Read More

University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work

Associate of Science from Social Work
Read More

Training

  • Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, PA Child Welfare Resource Center
  • Aug 2024 Domestic Violence 101
  • Domestic Abuse Intervention Program - Creating a Process of Change for Men Who Batter: Facilitator Training, Sept 2024, Duluth Model
  • Pennsylvania Child Welfare - Jan 2025 & Jan 2026 VRA Training
  • Trauma 103 Recognizing Vicarious and Secondary Trauma for Professionals - May 2025
  • Family Group Decision Making Training - December 2025
  • Training for Working with Child Sexual Abuse Victims Who Exhibit Problematic Sexual Behaviors- August 2026.
  • Car Seat Education Training - August 2026
Amanda Faust