Cyndee Forbes
Antelope,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Sacramento County Child Protective Services
01.2008 - 03.2024
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop client-centered service plans.
- Conducted intake assessments to identify client needs and goals.
- Supported case management processes by maintaining accurate documentation.
- Engaged in ongoing training to enhance counseling techniques and intervention skills.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within various social service systems.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for individuals and families to identify needs, leading to personalized intervention plans.
Social Worker
Sacramento County IHSS
11.1999 - 01.2008
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Reduced client wait times for services by optimizing appointment scheduling and follow-up processes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and provide in-situ support, improving client safety and well-being.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services.
- Conducted intake assessments to identify client needs and goals.
- Supported case management processes by maintaining accurate documentation.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CASkills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Efficient under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Case documentation
- Client confidentiality
- Assessment skills
- Client documentation
- Client needs assessment
- Confidential case documentation
- Case needs assessments
- Child welfare expertise
- Crisis intervention
- Motivational interviewing
- Referrals and networking
- Family case management
- Mandatory reporting procedures
- Court hearings
- Medicare and medicaid applications
- Confidential documentation and recordkeeping
Timeline
Social Worker
Sacramento County Child Protective Services
01.2008 - 03.2024
Social Worker
Sacramento County IHSS
11.1999 - 01.2008
Master of Social Work - Social Work
California State University, Sacramento
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