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Brooke Schmeiser

Palm Harbor,FL

Summary

Experienced and dedicated child welfare professional with over 7 years of hands-on casework in child protective investigations. Skilled in conducting thorough assessments, engaging families, and developing safety plans to address abuse, neglect, and abandonment. Strong background in interviewing, documentation, court testimony, and coordinating services with legal, medical, and community partners. Committed to trauma-informed care and ensuring the safety, stability, and well-being of children and families through detailed, compassionate investigative work.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Protective Investigator Supervisor

Florida Department of Children and Families
Clearwater, FL
10.2023 - Current

Supervise and manage CPI staff to ensure timely, thorough investigations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

• Develop performance standards and provide regular coaching and evaluations.

• Monitor caseloads using internal systems to avoid backlog and ensure federal and state compliance.

• Review and provide direction on safety plans, assessments, and documentation.

• Lead hiring, disciplinary, and training efforts within the unit.

• Partner with legal, law enforcement, and community agencies to improve child safety outcomes.

Senior Child Protective Investigator

Florida Department of Children and Families
Brooksville, FL
11.2022 - 10.2023

• Led complex investigations and served as a mentor to junior CPIs.

• Conducted thorough interviews, risk assessments, and safety planning.

• Collaborated with law enforcement, CLS, and service providers to ensure child safety.

• Co-investigated high-risk cases and provided case consultation and staffing support.

Child Protective Investigator

Florida Department of Children and Families
Brooksville, FL
07.2017 - 11.2022

Managed a caseload of investigations involving abuse, neglect, and abandonment.

• Performed safety assessments, developed intervention plans, and arranged emergency placements.

• Provided testimony in court and maintained complete, timely documentation.

• Collaborated with multi-agency partners to coordinate services for families.

ESE Associate

Pinellas County School
Palm Harbor, FL
09.2016 - 05.2017

• Provided classroom and behavioral support for students with disabilities.

• Implemented IEP strategies and supported lesson delivery.

Youth Specialist

YMCA
Palm Harbor, FL
10.2014 - 08.2015
  • Planned and facilitated youth activities while ensuring a safe, engaging environment.

Education

Bachelor - Psychology

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
07.2016

Skills

    Child Welfare & Family Engagement

    Investigative Interviewing & documentation

    Risk & Safety Assessment

    Team Supervision & Coaching

    Conflict Resolution

    Interagency Collaboration

    Court Testimony

    Microsoft Office FSFN Florida Safe Families Network

Timeline

Child Protective Investigator Supervisor

Florida Department of Children and Families
10.2023 - Current

Senior Child Protective Investigator

Florida Department of Children and Families
11.2022 - 10.2023

Child Protective Investigator

Florida Department of Children and Families
07.2017 - 11.2022

ESE Associate

Pinellas County School
09.2016 - 05.2017

Youth Specialist

YMCA
10.2014 - 08.2015

Bachelor - Psychology

University of South Florida
Brooke Schmeiser