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Brea Williams

Norfolk,USA

Summary

Social Service Professional with 6 years of experience in child and youth program assistance, case management, and education. Demonstrates a collaborative approach in crisis intervention, data analysis, and regulatory compliance, effectively supporting over 100 families through strategic planning and community engagement. Passionate about leveraging skills to enhance client services and foster positive outcomes through organizational growth and community development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Foster Parent Recruiter (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

Embrace Treatment Foster Care
05.2025 - Current

• Serve as a liaison for prospective foster parents, providing comprehensive information through recruitment conferences, meetings, and vendor events.

• Conduct assessments of potential foster homes to ensure they meet the regulatory standards and are suitable for child placements.

• Develop and implement community outreach programs to raise awareness about fostering and generate interest among potential recruits.

• Collaborate with social workers and child welfare professionals to streamline the placement process and enhance services provided to children and families.

• Effectively addressed complex technical challenges in foster care recruitment by implementing innovative and evidence-based strategies, ensuring clarity in communication of new methodologies.

• Prepare comprehensive documentation, including reports and presentations, to communicate program status and compliance issues effectively to management.

Case Manager (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

Embrace Treatment Foster Care
07.2024 - 05.2025

Managed individual child and family cases, conducting thorough assessments and developing personalized service plans to meet specific needs.

• Coordinated with various agencies and service providers to ensure comprehensive support and resources for families.

• Monitored program implementation and outcomes, providing advocacy, support, and intervention as necessary to improve family dynamics.

• Coordinated referrals for medical and dental services, ensuring timely access and contributing to improved health outcomes.

• Conducted detailed assessments of child and family needs, allowing for targeted interventions that improved service delivery and outcomes.

• Developed and present case compliance audits to staff and leadership, and maintain operational standards using data analysis.

CYP Assistant, (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

U.S Air Force
09.2023 - 07.2024

• Delivered quality programming and support to children and youth within military installations, enhancing social, emotional, and educational development.

• Assisted in the development and implementation of age-appropriate learning activities and programs in compliance with Department of Defense regulations.

• Maintained accurate records and evaluations of program effectiveness, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Facilitate individual learning assessments with children and analyze assessment data.

• Advised families on community resources, referral programs, and various specialized services offered by MWR.

• Consulted with families through quarterly individual conferences to review each child's progress and explore methods to improve the program's effectiveness

Guest Educator (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

Hampton City Public Schools
01.2022 - 08.2023

• Facilitated diverse learning environments for 20+ students, enhancing engagement and comprehension.

• Adapted lesson plans to meet varied learning needs, achieving improved student performance.

• Collaborated with faculty to develop educational strategies, fostering a cohesive teaching approach.

• Implemented effective classroom management techniques, significantly increasing student participation and fostering a culture of respect.

• Developed and delivered tailored lesson plans aligned with lEPs, ensuring individual student needs were met and learning outcomes achieved.

• Evaluated student assessments to identify learning gaps, leading to targeted interventions that boosted overall academic performance.

CYP Assistant (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

U.S. Navy
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • Prepared comprehensive documentation, including daily reports, to communicate program status and compliance issues effectively to management.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators, and specialists to improve the MWR family programs and participation.
  • Maintained knowledge of Navy's programs including FAP, NPSP, EFMP, and MFSC used to support military families.
  • Maintained knowledge of the Department of Defense Program's policies, principles, regulations, and procedures to protect families' privacy.
  • Evaluated curriculum effectiveness through feedback and assessments, enabling data-driven adjustments that supported diverse learning needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
12.2019

Master of Arts - Social Work

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
05-2027

Skills

  • Presentation Skills
  • Data Analysis
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Networking
  • Case Management
  • Community Partnership
  • Research
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Relationship Building
  • NASW Code of Ethics
  • Written and Oral Communication
  • Government Policies
  • Organizational
  • Problem Solving
  • Marketing
  • Social Media Specialist
  • Graphic Design
  • Public Speaking
  • Strategic Planning

INTERNSHIPS

Foster Care Intern, Embrace Treatment Foster Care, Norfolk, VA (Jan 2019-Dec 2019)

  • Completed regular visitations to check on children, families, and home environments to maintain compliance and safety in homes.
  • Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize the safety and well-being of children.
  • Accomplished clients' care by assessing treatment needs, developing, monitoring, and evaluating treatment plans and progress, and facilitating interdisciplinary approaches.
  • Designed and organized weekly support groups for families in care to provide information on prevention and community resources
  • Present informational presentations to prospective families in the community.


Mental Health Assistant, Crestar Health LLC, Norfolk, VA (May 2020-Aug 2021)

  • Utilized strong research skills to assess families on community resources and referral programs, and develop and implement realistic treatment plans to improve the care and well-being of children.
  • Provided social work support, including short-term counseling, community resource planning, and crisis intervention.
  • Established professional relationships with community organizations through oral and written communication.
  • Create compelling marketing materials, such as flyers on Canvas, to educate the community about services provided.


Timeline

Foster Parent Recruiter (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

Embrace Treatment Foster Care
05.2025 - Current

Case Manager (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

Embrace Treatment Foster Care
07.2024 - 05.2025

CYP Assistant, (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

U.S Air Force
09.2023 - 07.2024

Guest Educator (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

Hampton City Public Schools
01.2022 - 08.2023

CYP Assistant (Full-Time, 40hrs/week)

U.S. Navy
09.2019 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Norfolk State University

Master of Arts - Social Work

Norfolk State University
Brea Williams