Andrea Beck
Oak Ridge,TN
Summary
Dedicated Student Support Worker with proven skills in crisis intervention and risk assessment. Experienced in developing comprehensive support plans, advocating for children and families, and promoting student, safety, well-being, and academic success at home and in school.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Support Worker
Anderson County Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies to ensure student safety and promote mental health awareness in the school community.
- Coordinated with external agencies to provide resources and referrals for families in need of additional support services.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Monitored student attendance, documented truancy and submitted referrals per requirements.
- Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
- Established supportive relationships with at-risk youth through regular check-ins, goal-setting activities, and consistent followup.
Child Protective Services Investigator
Department Of Children's Services, State Of TN
06.2014 - 10.2022
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of child abuse and neglect, ensuring child safety.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and community organizations to address complex family situations effectively.
- Evaluated evidence and gathered information to determine risk levels for children in vulnerable environments.
- Developed comprehensive case plans in coordination with families and service providers to promote stability.
- Prepared detailed reports, court documentation, and case summaries.
- Testified in court proceedings.
- Managed high-volume caseloads while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
- Advocated for children's rights within legal frameworks, ensuring their voices were represented in proceedings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Carson Newman University
Jefferson City, TN05-2012
Skills
- Efficient under pressure
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Crisis intervention
- Risk assessment
- Case documentation
- Motivational interviewing
- Empathy building
- Referrals and networking
- Resource advocacy
- Community resources
- Family case management
- Family collaboration
- Solution-based interventions
- Referral coordination
- Trauma informed care framework
Timeline
Student Support Worker
Anderson County Schools
10.2022 - Current
Child Protective Services Investigator
Department Of Children's Services, State Of TN
06.2014 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Carson Newman University