Caitlin DuCharme
Mt. Pleasant,MI
Summary
Dedicated Adoption Specialist with strong case management, policy compliance, and advocacy skills. Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments and provide effective post-placement support to families. Skilled Adoption Specialist with strengths in case management, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention. Proven track record in coordinating adoption placement meetings and providing post-placement support, ensuring positive outcomes for families and children.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Adoption Specialist
Ennis Center for Children
Saginaw, MI
06.2023 - 02.2026
- Attended, and participated in case conferences, hearings (court and adoption), assessments, home visits, etc.
- Conducted home studies for prospective adoptive families.
- Coordinated adoption placement meetings with families and children.
- Provided ongoing support to adoptive families post-placement.
- Collaborated with fellow social workers, attorneys and other professionals involved in the adoption process.
- Participated in ongoing training to maintain credentials and enhance knowledge of relevant social work topics.
Bookstore Student Manager
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Supervised student staff, ensuring smooth daily operations and efficient service delivery.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Developed training materials to enhance team skills and improve performance standards.
- Upheld standard of full bookshelves, rotating inventory and keeping sections assigned neat and structured.
Education
Bachelor in Social Work -
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant05-2023
Skills
- case management
- court participation
- home study assessment
- policy compliance
- post-placement support
- child welfare advocacy
- effective communication
- conflict resolution
- crisis intervention techniques
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adoption Specialist
Ennis Center for Children
06.2023 - 02.2026
Bookstore Student Manager
Central Michigan University
08.2019 - 06.2023
Bachelor in Social Work -
Central Michigan University