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Amy M. Boyer

Bellevue,NEBRASKA

Summary

Compassionate and qualified child services professional well-versed in child abuse, neglect and safety concerns. Good with helping to connect families to community resources, and has as in-depth understanding of juvenile court proceedings.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Support Worker

Capstone Behavioral Health Care
08.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual and family needs.
  • Strengthened families'' resilience through crisis intervention, teaching, and referral to services.
  • Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems, advocating for their rights and accessing essential services.
  • Taught parenting classes for parents, enhancing their parenting skills and knowledge of child development.
  • Promoted healthy communication within families by facilitating open discussions.
  • Provided ongoing guidance to at-risk families, helping them develop essential life skills and coping strategies.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring timely reporting to supervisors and compliance with agency requirements.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust necessary for effective intervention.
  • Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources, connected families with community resources such as housing assistance, financial aid programs, food pantries, and educational opportunities.
  • Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for best interests and recommending balanced solutions.

Foster Parent

Christian Heritage
05.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced children''s well-being by providing a safe, nurturing, and structured home environment.
  • Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized care plans for each child in the foster home.
  • Provided consistent emotional support and guidance to help children cope with past trauma and adjust to their new living situation.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to address challenging behaviors while promoting personal growth and development.
  • Coordinated with therapists, educators, and other professionals to ensure all aspects of each child''s needs were met.
  • Maintained detailed records of children''s progress, medical appointments, and school activities for regular review by caseworkers.
  • Promoted educational success by assisting with homework assignments, monitoring school performance, and attending parent-teacher conferences.
  • Assisted children in developing essential life skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and time management through daily tasks and routines.
  • Facilitated family visits and maintained open communication with biological parents when appropriate to support reunification efforts.
  • Attended ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in foster care provision and trauma-informed parenting techniques.
  • Advocated for the best interests of each child during court hearings or case reviews involving decisions about their future placements or permanency plans.
  • Nurtured resilience in foster children by helping them understand their strengths and building self-esteem through encouragement and praise.
  • Fostered cultural competence within the family by celebrating diverse traditions, customs, and holidays relevant to each child''s background.
  • Assisted in maintaining relationships between children and their extended families or support networks when appropriate for their wellbeing.
  • Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.

Child and Family Services Specialist

Nebraska Department Of Health And Human Services
02.2012 - 05.2016


  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for children and families in need.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently, prioritizing cases based on urgency and risk level.
  • Increased positive outcomes for children by establishing strong working relationships with families, schools, and community resources.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to protect children from harm or abuse in emergency situations.
  • Evaluated family needs and coordinated appropriate services to promote stability and wellbeing.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of all case activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Advocated for the best interests of children in court proceedings, presenting well-researched recommendations for custody or placement decisions.
  • Established rapport with clients quickly, fostering trust and creating a supportive environment conducive to open dialogue about sensitive issues affecting their lives.
  • Supported the professional growth of colleagues through mentorship and collaborative learning opportunities that fostered a positive work environment.
  • Maintained confidentiality at all times, adhering to strict ethical guidelines governing the handling of sensitive client information.
  • Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
  • Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
  • Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.

Family Permanency Specialist

KVC Behavioral Healthcare
08.2011 - 02.2012
  • Improved permanency outcomes by developing and implementing effective case plans tailored to individual children''s needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex cases, ensuring appropriate services were provided for children and families.
  • Advocated for children''s best interests during court proceedings, ensuring their voices were heard in determining their futures.
  • Facilitated successful transitions for youth aging out of foster care through connecting them with vital resources such as housing assistance, educational opportunities, and employment supports.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all case activities in compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and federal laws.
  • Continuously expanded knowledge of child welfare practices through attending relevant trainings and workshops, incorporating learnings into daily practice.
  • Monitored the well-being of children in care through regular visits and check-ins, addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
  • Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.

Foster Care Specialist

CEDARS Youth Services
09.2000 - 04.2010
  • Improved communication between foster families and agency by maintaining regular contact and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Enhanced the well-being of foster children by developing individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate placement for foster children in suitable homes.
  • Developed and facilitated training sessions for new foster parents, providing essential knowledge and skills needed to successfully care for children in need.
  • Advocated for the best interests of foster children during court proceedings, representing their needs effectively within the legal system.
  • Fostered positive relationships between biological families and caregivers, promoting open communication channels during case management processes.
  • Handled crisis situations effectively by utilizing strong problem-solving skills and collaborating with supervisors when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding each child''s history, medical information, education progress, and placement details while adhering strictly to confidentiality protocols.
  • Provided ongoing education to foster families regarding relevant child development topics, empowering them to better support their children''s growth and emotional wellbeing.
  • Successfully managed a diverse caseload consisting of children with various needs, backgrounds, and challenges while maintaining timely communication with all parties involved.
  • Conducted home, school and community visits to assigned clients to assess client's level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals.
  • Worked with the training department to teach CPR/First Aid classes to Foster Parents and employees.
  • Certified to teach the Boys Town Common Sense Parenting Course.

Education

Master of Arts - Leadership Managment

Doane College
Lincoln, NE

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication

Doane College
Crete, NE

Skills

  • Coaching
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Interagency Collaboration
  • Parenting Skills
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • Community Resources
  • Client Advocacy

Affiliations

  • Nebraska Parent Ambassador
  • Bellevue Public Schools Early Childhood Parent Ambassador

Timeline

Family Support Worker

Capstone Behavioral Health Care
08.2016 - Current

Foster Parent

Christian Heritage
05.2016 - Current

Child and Family Services Specialist

Nebraska Department Of Health And Human Services
02.2012 - 05.2016

Family Permanency Specialist

KVC Behavioral Healthcare
08.2011 - 02.2012

Foster Care Specialist

CEDARS Youth Services
09.2000 - 04.2010

Master of Arts - Leadership Managment

Doane College

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication

Doane College

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