Andrea Oranday
Weslaco
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at DFPS Adult Protective Services, specializing in crisis intervention and client assessment. Proven ability to advocate for systemic change and effectively communicate with diverse populations. Bilingual and skilled in safety planning, successfully connecting clients to essential community resources. Committed to empowering vulnerable individuals through strategic support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Specialist III
DFPS Adult Protective Services
Weslaco
01.2022 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
- Actively advocated for systemic change within organizations that serve vulnerable populations.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop long term safety plans.
Case Worker Assistant III
DFPS CPS CVS
Edinburg
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.
- Archived confidential material using established procedures.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and children through effective communication techniques.
- Assisted with transportation for children and parents, both locally and to other states in the US.
- Assisted and attended CWOP (Children Without Placement)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX05-2020
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
Weslaco, TX 05-2015
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Client assessment
- Community resource access
- Advocacy strategies
- Safety planning
- Effective communication
- Bilingual
- Case management
Timeline
In-Home Specialist III
DFPS Adult Protective Services
01.2022 - Current
Case Worker Assistant III
DFPS CPS CVS
05.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
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