ANNA CALHOUN
Chesterfield,Virginia
Summary
Dedicated social worker with over 5 years of experience showcasing a strong commitment to serving children and families. Skilled in multitasking and maintaining focus, consistently delivering outstanding outcomes. Possesses excellent client assessment skills and the ability to effectively utilize appropriate community resources.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Appointed Special Advocate Volunteer
Chesterfield CASA
03.2021 - Current
- Investigate circumstances of case
- Monitor all court orders for parties of the case
- Visit with the child monthly
- Review records for relevant information regarding child’s needs
- Summarize all pertinent information and write a concise and accurate report for the court.
Respite Care Provider
Consumer Direct Care Network
04.2016 - Current
- Plan and implement activities that promote development
- Communicate with medical and therapeutic providers
- Assist with activities of daily living.
Family Services Specialist
Hopewell Department of Social Services
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with city officials to assist in development of substance use disorder coalition
- Completed thorough documentation and kept accurate records according to state standards
- Managed a caseload of five children in care, performed monthly visits with children and families
- Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families
- Conducted intake interviews for CPS, APS, and emergency assistance.
Foster Care Recruitment Specialist
EnCircle
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Created and executed recruitment activities and developed retention strategies for foster parents.
- Planned and executed community events to raise awareness around the need for trauma informed foster parents.
- Engaged in collaboration with the marketing team to develop marketing strategies to increase the number of foster parent inquiries.
Education
Master's in social work -
Arizona State University
05.2020
B.S. in Human Development -
Warner Pacific University
Portland, Oregon05.2014
Skills
- Court report writing
- Case assessment
- Detail oriented
- Written communication
- Advocacy
- Time management
Timeline
Court Appointed Special Advocate Volunteer
Chesterfield CASA
03.2021 - Current
Family Services Specialist
Hopewell Department of Social Services
01.2020 - 12.2020
Foster Care Recruitment Specialist
EnCircle
08.2017 - 05.2018
Respite Care Provider
Consumer Direct Care Network
04.2016 - Current
Master's in social work -
Arizona State University
B.S. in Human Development -
Warner Pacific University