Brenda Rizo
6 Lloyd Street,NJ
Summary
Child welfare professional with extensive experience in safeguarding children and conducting detailed investigations. Adept at collaborating with colleagues and external partners to deliver comprehensive solutions. Reliable and adaptable, known for maintaining high standards and achieving positive outcomes through strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
GED Instructor
INEA
01.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized learning plans to enhance student engagement and retention.
- Facilitated small group discussions to foster collaborative learning among diverse student populations.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve comprehension of GED curriculum content.
- Organized community outreach programs to raise awareness about GED opportunities and resources.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, providing timely feedback for improvement and success on the GED exam.
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with GED testing requirements and standards.
Bilingual Family Service Specialist I
Department of Children and Families
02.2001 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive investigations into child welfare concerns, ensuring safety and compliance with legal standards.
- Developed detailed case reports and documentation to support intervention strategies and outcomes.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and social services to coordinate response efforts for at-risk children.
- Implemented safety plans in collaboration with families to mitigate risks and promote positive child development.
- Advocated for necessary resources and services for children and families during assessments and interventions.
- Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case.
- Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
- Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing case reports.
- Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with community partners to facilitate effective case management.
- Managed high caseloads efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and level of risk to the child.
- Maintained confidentiality while communicating with various stakeholders involved in child protective cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Spanish Language And Literature
Rutgers
New Brunswick, NJ06-2001
Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching strategies
- Study skills
- Peer tutoring
- Test preparation
- Feedback delivery
- Classroom management
- ESL teaching methods
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Organizational skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Timeline
GED Instructor
INEA
01.2022 - Current
Bilingual Family Service Specialist I
Department of Children and Families
02.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Spanish Language And Literature
Rutgers