Brenden Crooks
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Level Social Worker
Autauga County Board Of Education- Full Time
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Senior Case Advocate
University Of Alabama ADAP- Contract
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Completed Intake work, case investigations, representation, negotiation, administrative remedies, providing information and referral services throughout the State of Alabama.
- Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.
- Worked with consumer and advocacy organizations, community and state agencies, and other groups for objectives while providing public education, training and outreach.
- Educated clients with disabilities about their rights and counsels them on actions they might consider taking to resolve their concerns.
Counselor
Youth Navigation Center- Part-Time
06.2022 - Current
- Communicate closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Coordinate referrals between agencies to ensure seamless transitions for clients receiving multiple services.
- Use cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Develop treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
Social Work Intern
Seraaj Family Homes
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Planned and coordinated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide a comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Organized community outreach event to raise awareness about available social work services and promote positive public relations efforts.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
District Resource Officer
Montgomery County Public Schools- Contract
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Advocated for the needs of individuals students within the home, school and community environment.
- Conducted home visits for absentees according to Montgomery Public School attendance policy.
- Completed documentation and maintained records as required by the school district and the office of Student Support .
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Social Worker Intern
Montgomery County Public Defender
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted attorneys and investigators in the different stages of clients representation, including meeting with clients and witnesses.
- Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy families relationships.
- Reviewed and organized discovery materials, researching constitutional and criminal law issues, drafting motions and preparing cases for trail.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Troy University
Troy, AL12.2021
Bachelor of Social Work -
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.2020
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Psychosocial assessment
- Behavioral Counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Client Advocacy
- Community Referrals
- Disability Support
- Assessment skills
- Case Management
- Mental Health Training
- Family Case Management
Timeline
Master Level Social Worker
Autauga County Board Of Education- Full Time
08.2022 - Current
Counselor
Youth Navigation Center- Part-Time
06.2022 - Current
Senior Case Advocate
University Of Alabama ADAP- Contract
01.2022 - 08.2022
Social Work Intern
Seraaj Family Homes
08.2021 - 12.2021
District Resource Officer
Montgomery County Public Schools- Contract
01.2021 - 08.2021
Social Worker Intern
Montgomery County Public Defender
08.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Social Work -
Troy University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Alabama State University
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