Carmen Carpio
Davenport
Summary
Compassionate child welfare professional with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and experience in dependency and adoption case management. Expertise in child advocacy, case analysis, and evidence-based decision-making, complemented by bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Committed to enhancing outcomes for vulnerable children and families through continuous learning and application of best practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adoptions Case Manager
Children's Home Society Of Florida
Lakeland, FL
02.2026 - Current
- Manage adoption and permanency cases for children in foster care, ensuring compliance with state and federal child welfare guidelines
- Advocate for child-centered permanency outcomes including reunification, guardianship, and adoption
- Coordinate with therapists, foster families, attorneys, and licensing agencies to support permanency planning goals
- Facilitate sibling visitation planning, permanency staffing, and adoption readiness assessments
- Utilize FSFN, Mindshare, and CCIS systems to document case activity and track compliance requirements
Dependency Case Manager
Children's Home Society of Florida
Vero Beach, FL
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Ensured safety and well-being of children by supporting caseworkers in child abuse and neglect investigations
- Gathered and documented information, conducted home visits, and assessed family dynamics to inform case decisions
- Worked with families to create service plans and monitored compliance with court orders
- Facilitated access to community resources and engaged in meetings with families and legal professionals to support case outcomes
- Assisted in preparing court reports and maintained detailed case records to ensure compliance with legal requirements
- Acquired knowledge of child placement procedures to make informed decisions about child placement and family interventions under supervision
Youth Program Assistant
Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County
Port Salerno, FL
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Provided mentoring, guidance, and role modeling for leadership and academic progress
- Planned and facilitated engaging activities and group projects
- Assisted children needing extra help in activities and academics
- Monitored and evaluated programs to ensure member safety
- Submitted lesson plans, attendance sheets, and completed administrative duties
Assistant Teacher
Ivy League Academy
Port Saint Lucie, FL
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Supported teachers by providing individualized assistance to children requiring additional support
- Recognized and addressed unique needs of children on the spectrum to enhance learning experiences
- Encouraged children to engage in creative thinking and develop independent problem-solving skills
- Guided children in developing artistic and practical skills through structured curriculum
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05-2022
High School Diploma - undefined
St. Lucie West Centennial High School
Port Saint Lucie, FL05-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Intake and Data Entry
- Discharge planning
- Communication and mentoring
- Team management
- Crisis management
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Office
- Child Advocacy
- Writing and Typing
- Communication Skills and Mentoring
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- Child Welfare Certificate September 2025 to October 2026
Languages
English - Expert
Spanish - Fluent
Timeline
Adoptions Case Manager
Children's Home Society Of Florida
02.2026 - Current
Dependency Case Manager
Children's Home Society of Florida
07.2024 - 02.2026
Youth Program Assistant
Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County
06.2021 - 07.2024
Assistant Teacher
Ivy League Academy
01.2021 - 06.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Valencia College
High School Diploma - undefined
St. Lucie West Centennial High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Central Florida