Crystal Holloway
Houston
Summary
Motivated Caseworker with high-level integrity and strong desire to help resolve challenges. Compassionate and team-oriented individual offering extensive knowledge of services, treatment options and issue resolution methods for all cases. Highly communicative individual identifies issues and make the best decisions regarding course of treatment. Disciplined Caseworker with expertise in data confidentiality and client education and promoting experience working with culturally diverse families. 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. Motivated Caseworker with high-level integrity and strong desire to help resolve challenges. Compassionate and team-oriented individual offering extensive knowledge of services, treatment options and issue resolution methods for [Type] cases. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Conservatorship Caseworker IV
Department of Family and Protective Services
04.2015 - Current
- As a conservatorship caseworker, I monitor children's care while they are in child protective services conservatorship
- This means working with the parents, extended family, and legal parties help children find a permanent, safe place to live.
- Enhanced client well-being by developing comprehensive case plans addressing individual needs.
- Reduced recidivism rates through effective case management and personalized support services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for improved client outcomes and coordinated care.
- Streamlined documentation processes, increasing efficiency in caseload management.
- Facilitated client access to community resources, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
Early Childhood Educator
Normandy School District
10.2010 - 10.2014
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Houston
Houston, TX08.2022
Masters of Art - Legal Studies
Webster University
St. Louis, Mo05.2009
Bachelors of Art - Criminal Justice
Lane College
Jackson, Ten04.2007
Skills
- Assessment Skills
- Conflict Mediation
- Proficient in Microsoft
- Client Advocacy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Records Management
- Issue Identification and Resolution
- Client Interaction
- Client Engagement
- Case Information Confidentiality
- Home Inspections
- Regulatory Compliance
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Highly Effective Communication
Certification
LMSW
Internship
AIDS Foundation of Houston January 2020 to May 2022
Conducted biopsychosocial assessments, assisted resident with personal needs, financial budgets, hosted intervention and prevention seminar
Community Service
- Red Cross June 2022 to Present
Volunteer with Restoring Family Links Programs
- Big Brother Big Sister July 2023 to Present
Mentor
- The Lyric Amor Foundation October 2021 to Present
Mentor
Timeline
Conservatorship Caseworker IV
Department of Family and Protective Services
04.2015 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Normandy School District
10.2010 - 10.2014
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Houston
Masters of Art - Legal Studies
Webster University
Bachelors of Art - Criminal Justice
Lane College
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