Barbara Carter

Employee supervision includes hire recommendations; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires these employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen. Participates in developing procedures and administrative policies and administering program budget. Functional job responsibilities of social services: conducts ongoing safety and risk assessments that identify and address safety concerns throughout the life of the case. Identifying safety concerns and implementing safety plans. Gather demographic information on child and family to conduct ongoing diligent search efforts to locate the child/family when unable to make contact and as needed to achieve timely permanency. Applies critical thinking skills and person-centered practice techniques to solution focused casework.

• Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
• Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
• Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
• Enhanced group therapy sessions by incorporating creative modalities such as art therapy, music therapy, and mindfulness practices.

• Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
• Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
• Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
• Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.