ANDREA MENESINI
Reno,Nevada
Summary
Experienced with direct client support, crisis intervention, and advocacy. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to build trust and provide guidance. Track record of delivering interventions tailored to individual needs. Demonstrated effective crisis management and strong advocacy skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker III
Washoe County Human Services Agency
Reno, NV
08.2010 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify child and youth needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for at-risk families and enhance support systems.
- Mentored fellow co-workers, providing guidance on case management practices and professional development opportunities.
- Educated parents on available support services, enabling them to effectively navigate systems of care for their children''s benefit.
Social Worker III
Division of Child and Family Services
Fallon, NV
12.2008 - 08.2010
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify child and youth needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for at-risk families and enhance support systems.
- Educated parents on available support services, enabling them to effectively navigate systems of care for their children''s benefit.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Strengthened community partnerships to provide additional resources for at-risk children and families in need of assistance.
Case Manager/Social Worker
Project ReStart
04.2008 - 12.2008
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address clients' mental health needs and goals.
- Developed personalized action plans for clients facing housing instability.
- Coordinated access to community resources and support services.
- Monitored case progress, ensuring timely interventions and follow-ups.
- Built trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication and demonstrating empathy for their individual experiences.
Social Worker III
Washoe County Department of Social Services
12.2005 - 04.2008
- Managed case assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance service delivery and resource availability for clients.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Promoted family reunification and stability, conducting assessments and providing tailored family support services.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work
University of Nevada, Reno
05-2005
Skills
- Assessing risk factors and safety of children and adults
- Evaluating needs of the family, utilizing resources within the community, and providing family advocacy
- Effective listening, speaking and written communication skills
- Carefully documenting information and maintaining accurate case records
- Ability to think critically and solve complex problems
- Manage multiple tasks and stay organized
- Case management
- Efficient under pressure
Timeline
Social Worker III
Washoe County Human Services Agency
08.2010 - Current
Social Worker III
Division of Child and Family Services
12.2008 - 08.2010
Case Manager/Social Worker
Project ReStart
04.2008 - 12.2008
Social Worker III
Washoe County Department of Social Services
12.2005 - 04.2008
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work
University of Nevada, Reno
Leadership
- Scholar Intern Supervisor for Bachelor of Social Work from University of Nevada, Reno from 2024-current
- Scholar Intern Field Instructor for a Bachelor of Social Work from University of Nevada, Reno from 2022-2024
- Coach NV 2021-current
- Washoe Leadership Committee 2018-2020
- Child and Family Services Review Program Improvement Plan Work Group (“CFSR-PIP”) 2019
- Member of CFSR-PIP Work Group for Conducting Quality Safety and Risk Assessments for February 2019