Arlicia Lorentty, LCSW
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated individual eager to leverage knowledge in social services and program development. Skilled in leading training initiatives and developing policies and procedures that are created through the lens of the NASW code of ethics. Committed to addressing social issues to improve quality of life in groups that have been socially and economically marginalized.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training and Practice Program Supervisor
Wayfinder Family Services
02.2023 - Current
- Provide and manage training and evidence-based practice implementation
- Coordinate and Implement designated training/learning opportunities
- Manage training contracts and supervise training staff
- Curriculum development and implementation, including internal and external subject matter trainer for specified training
- Research, coordinate, and integrate designated practices in alignment with child welfare reform, such as Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) and other County and State practice initiatives
- Ensure materials and curriculum meet agency standards of Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA)
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
Kinship Support Program Supervisor
Lilliput, A Part Of Wayfinder Family Services
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Supervised team of 8 individuals who work with kinship families and children in various
- Held performance evaluation discussions, provides feedback, and develops with team through coaching and training
- Developed and maintains strength-based relationships with internal and community managers and staff to promote proficient communication and teamwork
- Developed training and educational programs that address goals and mission of agency and program
- Promoted staff morale through direct active employee participation in internal audits, annual review of policies and procedures, and agency-wide Performance Improvement Work
Resource Family Approval Program Supervisor
Lilliput, Wayfinder Family Services
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Supervised team of 10 individuals who work with resource parents and foster children in various capacities
- Held performance evaluation discussion, provide feedback, and develop team through coaching and training
- Supported BSW and MSW interns
- Ensured compliance in program and resource family homes/placements
- Developed and maintains strength-based relationships with internal and community managers and staff to promote proficient communication and teamwork
- Developed training and educational programs that address goals and mission of agency and program.
Resource Family Kinship Social Worker
Lilliput Families
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Maintained caseload of 12-18 children and families at any given time.
- Provided weekly FFA placement support to relatives who have placement of relative/NREFM's child through Sacramento County Child Protective Services dependency system
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Intervened in crisis situations and supported youth and families experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Senior Social Work responsibilities such as guidance, shadowing opportunities, training and onboarding
- Curriculum development and implementation
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests.
Inpatient Cardiac Masters Social Work Intern
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted strength-based assessments to identify needs and develop appropriate and safe discharge plan while working closely with various disciplines for discharge planning
- Provided appropriate community referrals.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
Kinship Supportive Services Program Social Worker
Lilliput Children's Services
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Maintained case load of 20-25 families at any given time.
- Conduct strength-based assessments to identify family needs and develop appropriate family service plans while assisting and supporting families through child welfare, legal and education systems
- Plan social/respite events for families and provide trainings to social work professionals and kinship families on various topics.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Offered guardianship assistance to caregivers in group or one on one basis
Case Manager
Courage Worldwide, BSW
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Daily in home support to 6 youth placed in level 10 residential care.
- Complete necessary assessments to comply with county contract
- Liaison between treatment team, authorized county representative, family members, and residents to maintain working treatment plan
- Coordinate residents' medical, dental, and psychiatric appointments as well as budgetary needs.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Family Finder Social Worker
Lilliput Children's Services
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Maintain 10-15 cases at any given time.
- Utilize CWS/CMS for case information to aid in relative finding
- Developed program forms and tools, such as genogram standards and case closures provided to county partners
- Complete and prepare relative evaluations for prospective relative placements, while assisting and supporting families through child welfare and legal systems
- Work closely with county social workers, relatives, parents, and children to ensure best fit and smooth transition for relative placements.
Kinship Supportive Services BSW Intern
Lilliput Children's Services
Sacramento, CA
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Offered guardianship assistance to caregivers in group or one on one basis.
Education
Masters in Social Work -
University Of Denver
Denver, CO05.2017
Bachelor of Social Work -
Northern Arizona University
08.2013
Skills
- Motivational Leadership
- Project Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Project Coordination
- Community Training
- Psychosocial Assessments Expertise
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Dedication to Inclusivity, Equity, Diversity, Accessability, and Social Justice
Accomplishments
- California Department of Social Services Post Permanency Project: Curriculum development and production management responsibilities, utilizing standardized processes for on demand workshops to be accessed statewide
- Kinship Care in a Changing World Training: Curriculum development and presentation at the Family Focused Treatment Association conference in July 2022
- Cultural Awareness Training: Curriculum development and implementation in compliance with Community Care Licensing requirements to provide an introductory education to the attendee on affirming and enlightened care for LGBTQ and culturally diverse youth in foster care
- The World of Kinship Care Training: Curriculum development and implementation to community providers on the unique needs that are experienced in kinship care
- Understanding the Impact of Trauma: Curriculum development and implementation in compliance with Community Care Licensing requirements to provide an introductory education to the attendee on how trauma impacts children's social, emotional, and physical development and creating a healing environment
- Probate Guardianship Workshop: Curriculum development and implementation to provide kinship caregivers with a step-by-step process on how to complete and submit probate guardianship paperwork in Sacramento County
- Alliance Webinar on Kinship Care Webinar: Presentation in conjunction with agency CEO on the continuum of care services offered for kinship families from family finding to relative certification.
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker 114169
February 2023
Timeline
Training and Practice Program Supervisor
Wayfinder Family Services
02.2023 - Current
Kinship Support Program Supervisor
Lilliput, A Part Of Wayfinder Family Services
11.2021 - 02.2023
Resource Family Approval Program Supervisor
Lilliput, Wayfinder Family Services
02.2019 - 11.2021
Resource Family Kinship Social Worker
Lilliput Families
06.2017 - 01.2019
Inpatient Cardiac Masters Social Work Intern
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2017
Kinship Supportive Services Program Social Worker
Lilliput Children's Services
07.2015 - 06.2016
Case Manager
Courage Worldwide, BSW
01.2015 - 07.2015
Family Finder Social Worker
Lilliput Children's Services
08.2013 - 01.2015
Kinship Supportive Services BSW Intern
Lilliput Children's Services
05.2013 - 08.2013
Masters in Social Work -
University Of Denver
Bachelor of Social Work -
Northern Arizona University