Anna Ishii Vona
Cary,NC
Summary
Seasoned Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in providing comprehensive support and advocacy for diverse client groups. Demonstrates expertise in case management, staff leadership, and the advancement of DEIB initiatives within the workplace. Excels in creating collaborative environments, driving team efficiency, and developing effective strategies for client success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Supervisor
Center For Family Representation
New York, NY
01.2016 - 11.2024
- Led a team of social workers and interns, managing a personal caseload of up to 56 clients, ensuring timely and effective support.
- Conducted performance reviews of social work staff to identify areas of improvement.
- Oversaw staff caseloads, guaranteeing task completion and client satisfaction
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate resources for clients in need.
- Developed and applied strategies to navigate complex cases with ethical and legal considerations.
- Responded quickly and efficiently when emergency situations arise requiring immediate attention from a supervisor.
- Organized bi-weekly group supervision for social work team.
- Trained new social work staff by mentoring, shadowing, and direct coaching
- Actively contributed to DEIB initiatives, promoting a culture of inclusivity and diversity.
- Engaged management and staff in diversity/equity-focused activities.
- Established AANHPI affinity group.
- Enhanced onboarding by incorporating DEIB principles.
- Represented CFR in external policy initiatives by participating on committees including Strong Starts, ASFA, and ACS language access workgroup.
Social Worker
Center For Family Representation
Queens, NY
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Participated in court proceedings alongside attorneys to defend indigent parents in child neglect/abuse or termination of parental rights proceedings.
- Knowledge of Article 10 cases in family court.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
- Coordinated meaningful referrals to outside agencies for additional services, such as substance abuse programs, mental health treatment, or vocational training.
- Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Encouraged and motivated clients to develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Maintained and developed community relationships to support various client referrals.
- Maintained regular communication with service providers to ensure timely drafting of advocacy letters for court appearances.
- Assisted homeless clients with procuring mental health support and other various community resources.
- Delivered support through trauma-informed practices to parents.
- Maintained accurate and up to date legal notes
- Supervised 2 social work interns
- Facilitated CFR's Anti-racist workgroup
Supervisor, General Preventive Unit
Seaman’s Society for Children and Families
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Ensured program compliance with City and State regulations
- Approved the Family Assessment and Service Planning Reports, created deadlines for timely report submissions
- Supervised 5 case planners on a weekly basis
- Provided administrative, educational, and supportive supervision
- Facilitator for Family Team Conferences
Education
MSSW - Advanced Clinical Practice: Family, Youth, and Children
Columbia School of Social Work
New YorkBA - Sociology with a concentration in Asian American Studies
University of Massachusetts Boston
BostonSkills
- Skilled Advocate
- Trauma informed care
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
- Strategic Decision Making
- Organizational skills
- Effective Problem Resolution
- Staff Development and Training
- Staff Supervision
Certification
- SIFI Certified
- NY LMSW, 082811
- NC LCSWA, P021530
References
Available upon request
Extra
- Recipient of NASW Image Award, 2017
- Co-facilitator of internal trainings on Microaggression/anti-racist work
Timeline
Social Work Supervisor
Center For Family Representation
01.2016 - 11.2024
Social Worker
Center For Family Representation
01.2011 - 01.2016
Supervisor, General Preventive Unit
Seaman’s Society for Children and Families
01.2010 - 01.2011
MSSW - Advanced Clinical Practice: Family, Youth, and Children
Columbia School of Social Work
BA - Sociology with a concentration in Asian American Studies
University of Massachusetts Boston
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