Andrea P. Eaddy
Redford,MI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
CPS Specialist
Michigan Department Of Health And Human Services
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced family stability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying appropriate community resources.
- Improved child safety by developing comprehensive safety plans in collaboration with families and service providers.
- Reduced risk factors for children by implementing effective case management strategies and monitoring progress.
- Strengthened family connections through regular home visits, providing support and guidance to ensure positive outcomes.
Mental Health Technician
St Mary Mercy Hospital
08.2020 - 04.2023
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and promote recovery.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
Foster Care Specialist- Social Work Intern
Michigan Department Of Health
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted home, school and community visits to assigned clients to assess client's level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
Behavioral Health Technician
Henry Ford Kingswood Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Communicates clearly and effectively with patients, families, co-workers, the medical staff and health care team
- Maintains a therapeutic environment for patients, encouraging patients to participate in groups and structured activities
- Demonstrates effective oral communication skills in the following: active listening, assertiveness, and conflict resolution
- Working with Children, adolescents, and adult men and women.
Social Work Intern
Oakland Livingston Human Services
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Facilitated groups in a parenting class for incarcerated fathers at Macomb Correctional Facility
- Provided community referrals and resources as needed upon inmate parole
- Served as a family advocate for parents in monitoring their children's progress in school and identifying client's goals, formulating a plan to meet those goals, connecting clients with resources, and working with clients to achieve the goals set out in their individual plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Mental Health/Social Work
Oakland Community College
Farmington Hills, MI05.2017
Michigan Bachelors -
Social Worker Limited License (LLBSW), License # 6852093564, Expires - undefined
The National Society of Leadership and Success Certificate - undefined
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Abuse and Neglect Investigation
- Report Writing
- Service plans
- Safety assessments
- Home visits
- Documentation skills
- Service planning
- Case Management
- Conducting interviews
- Child Welfare Services/Case Management System (CWS/CMS)
Timeline
CPS Specialist
Michigan Department Of Health And Human Services
04.2023 - Current
Foster Care Specialist- Social Work Intern
Michigan Department Of Health
01.2022 - 08.2023
Mental Health Technician
St Mary Mercy Hospital
08.2020 - 04.2023
Behavioral Health Technician
Henry Ford Kingswood Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2020
Social Work Intern
Oakland Livingston Human Services
09.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Associate of Applied Science - Mental Health/Social Work
Oakland Community College
Michigan Bachelors -
Social Worker Limited License (LLBSW), License # 6852093564, Expires - undefined
The National Society of Leadership and Success Certificate - undefined
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