Ariel Mack
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker offering 5 years of counseling and crisis intervention expertise. Offering comprehensive background in social services working with adjudicated youth, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to provide appropriate resources. Compassionate and qualified child services professional well-versed in child abuse, neglect and safety concerns. Good recordkeeper and planner with in-depth understanding of court proceedings. Caring Youth Development Specialist dedicated to aiding youth community members assisting in career goals, educational and social development of young people. Works with students of diverse backgrounds and histories. Encourages achievement among future community leaders.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Protection Specialist
Department Of Children And Family Services
05.2022 - Current
- Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
- Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
- Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
- Developed plans to strengthen family units.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
Juvenile Justice Specialist
Illinois Department Of Juvenile Justice
03.2017 - 05.2022
- Performed supervision of daily activities involved with youth while interacting with youth.
- Facilitate group sessions to develop rapport with youth; provide input into development of individualized service plans.
- Transport youth and supervises movement to and from destination.
- Attends in service trainings to attain new and updated skills and proficiency to carry out specialized service delivery programs.
- Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
Youth Development Specialist
Central State SERS
09.2015 - 02.2017
- Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in safe environment.
- Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors.
- Designed individualized independent youth living plans to help youngsters learn self-reliance.
- Accommodated youths with academic and vocational trainings to deliver information on future career opportunities.
- Maintained documentation and records of training activities and group events.
- Communicated with companies to arrange employment and internship opportunities.
- Administered outreach services to underserved communities, increasing enrollment.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
Home Health Care Aide
Addus Healthcare
12.2011 - 06.2016
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL05.2015
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College
Chicago, IL08.2012
Skills
- Active Listening
- Team Meetings
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Neglect and Abuse Checks
Certification
CWEL License -Child Welfare Employee License
Child Protection License
Trauma Informed Care Certification
CPR- AED/CPR/ First Aid Training
HIPAA & Privacy Training
Security Awareness Training
Timeline
Child Protection Specialist
Department Of Children And Family Services
05.2022 - Current
Juvenile Justice Specialist
Illinois Department Of Juvenile Justice
03.2017 - 05.2022
Youth Development Specialist
Central State SERS
09.2015 - 02.2017
Home Health Care Aide
Addus Healthcare
12.2011 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Governors State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College