Previously a Family Advocate and Case Aide, adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life.
Currently a Detail-oriented Administrative and Financial Assistant successful at supporting supervisors, coworkers, and clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative and Financial Assistant
RACES
04.2024 - Current
Supports with fiscal closings and daily business operations.
Assists in the preparation of monthly financial statements, contributing to a more organized system
Completes detailed initial intake forms on clients seeking legal advocacy and counseling services
Completes reconciliation of monthly Bank Statements to ensure accuracy
Processes data entry into Infonet systems regarding services provided to clients
Utilizes scheduling services to schedule employees for an on-call rotation
Establishes trust with clients through empathetic listening skills and non-judgmental responses
Has provided support to sexual assault survivors during medical examinations
Advocates for survivors during intense medical care situations
Trained to assist clients in seeking out restraining orders and advocate for them during this process
Caseworker Aide
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
02.2022 - 04.2024
Monitored case progress for timely completion and compliance with applicable regulations
Established trusting relationships, fostering open communication and rapport building
Collaborated with multiple other roles for improved outcomes and coordinated care of families
Streamlined documentation processes, increasing efficiency in caseload management
Monitored visitations and accompanied children to and from, ensuring safety and intervening when there was a risk
Created detailed documentation and reports of visitation
Advocated for child's rights and represented best interest at court
Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring the safety and stability of children and parents
Delivered support for families navigating the child welfare system, contributing to successful reunification
Offered support and direction to families and coordinated with court system
Prepared detailed reports for court proceedings that accurately reflected clients progress
Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations
Family Advocate
CDI Headstart
03.2021 - 02.2022
Case management of 30+ families, managed heavy caseload effectively
Empowered families by providing them with tools and resources
Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children
Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity
Organized community outreach events, raising awareness about available resources
Assessed progress towards goals regularly, adjusting service plans accordingly based on family feedback
Assisted families in navigating the social services system
Facilitated meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members
Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans
Created connections with local organizations to implement and further provide resources for families and children
Kept detailed and organized records and files of conversations, resources, goals, and assessments
Server
Applebee's
05.2018 - 03.2021
Ensured quality and food safety during preparation and delivery of food
De-escalated conflict situations and resolved it with prompt and effective solutions
Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items
Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for guests
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Franklin University
Columbus, OH
12.2024
Associate in Arts (Social Work) -
Danville Area Community College
Danville, IL
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Danville High School
Danville, IL
05.2018
Skills
Case Management
Relationship Building
Highly effective communication
Organization, Streamlining of systems, and filing
Conflict Resolution
Writing Court Reports
Client Advocacy
Records Management
Client Engagement
Issue identification and resolution
Interpersonal and written communication
Time Management
Case information confidentiality
Client interaction
Documentation skills
Positive Attitude
Community Outreach
Crisis Intervention
Data Entry and Analysis
MS Office
Social Work
Psychology
Additional Information
Enrolled to begin Masters of Science in Forensic Psychology with Purdue's online program-