Bonnie Kerr
Saint Louis ,MO
Summary
Dedicated Foster Care Case Manager with strong communication and collaboration skills. Proven ability to develop individualized service plans and coordinate comprehensive care for foster youth, ensuring compliance and well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Case Manager
Youth In Need
04.2024 - Current
- Assessed client needs and developed individualized service plans to support foster youth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for children in foster placements.
- Monitored progress of clients, ensuring compliance with agency policies and legal requirements.
- Conducted regular home visits to evaluate living conditions and maintain communication with foster families.
- Documented case notes accurately, maintaining up-to-date records for ongoing assessments and reviews.
Employment Specialist
Independence Center
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client employment needs and goals.
- Developed customized job placement strategies based on individual strengths and market demands.
- Collaborated with local businesses to establish internship and job opportunities for clients.
- Monitored client progress post-placement to ensure successful employment retention.
Foster Care Case Manager
Youth In Need
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Monitored progress of foster placements, ensuring compliance with state regulations and best practices.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss case updates, address concerns, and promote effective communication.
- Coordinated referrals to community resources, enhancing support for children and families in care.
- Advocated for children's rights by representing their interests in court hearings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
Foster Care Case Manager
Our Little Haven
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Completed regular visitations to check on children, families and home environments.
- Acted as advocate for children in court settings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Fontbonne University
Saint Louis, Missouri 05-2020
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Collaboration
- Reliability
- Team-Oriented
Accomplishments
Social Worker Of The Year- Fontbonne University 2020
Timeline
Foster Care Case Manager
Youth In Need
04.2024 - Current
Employment Specialist
Independence Center
09.2023 - 04.2024
Foster Care Case Manager
Youth In Need
06.2022 - 07.2023
Foster Care Case Manager
Our Little Haven
02.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Fontbonne University