Results-oriented professional adept at building positive relationships with students to help develop necessary academic and social skills. Collaborates with teachers and families to support progress. Excellent attention to detail, communication and relationship-building abilities. Strategic planner and decisive leader.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
McDowell County Schools
Marion , NC
12.2017 - Current
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement appropriate interventions for students facing social or academic difficulties.
Partner with local agencies to facilitate access to community resources.
Attended staff meetings to discuss current events affecting the school community.
Maintain confidential records and conversations regarding student assessments, evaluations, goals achieved and not achieved.
Investigator for Child Protective Services
McDowell Department of Social Services
Marion, NC
06.2017 - 11.2019
Provided crisis intervention services to children and families in need.
Participated in court proceedings related to cases involving children that were involved child neglect and/or abuse.
Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
Advised families regarding guardianship arrangements when appropriate.
Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
Assistant Teacher
McDowell County Schools
Marion, NC
01.2005 - 05.2017
Assisted in planning field trips and special events such as assemblies or performances.
Supervised small group activities.
Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
Education
BSW - Social Worker
Mars Hill University
Mars Hill, NC
05-2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies
McDowell Technical Community College
Marion, NC
05-2014
Skills
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Case Management
Attendance monitoring
Resource advocacy
Documentation
Emotional Support
Crisis Intervention
Referral Coordination
Organizational abilities
Academic Support
Certification
Child Welfare Collaborative Certification
School Social Work Licensure
Affiliations
Board Member of Hope 29:11 (non-profit that supports foster children in McDowell County)
Volunteer Youth Leader at Cross Memorial Baptist Church
Community Choir Member
Volunteer for Project Christmas
Supporter of Friendship Home, DV Shelter, and Food Hub