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Cynthia Rivera

Crown Point,IN

Summary

Caring Social Worker offering quickly building trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultures Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenge's. Able to bring together 45 organizations across Lake County once a month to share information for our clients.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Worker

North Township Trustees Office
East Chicago, IN
09.2006 - 05.2020
  • Making a decision on which services and assistance are necessary.
  • Serving as a liaison between the client and social, financial, health, and legal services.
  • Developing a plan of action to improve the client's well-being and regular follow-up to assess client progress.
  • Receiving and modifying plans as circumstances change for the individual.
  • Active listening to better understand the needs of their client.
  • Assisted clients with job searches, budgeting, parenting skills, housing resources, and other social services as needed.
  • Developed relationships with local agencies to ensure access to necessary services for clients.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Social Worker

Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN

Skills

  • Client Interaction
  • Record Management
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Strategic planner
  • Community outreach expert
  • Critical thinking

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the Year
  • Volunteer of the year
  • Excellence in Social Work Award

Certification

  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Certified Narial training
  • Basic Life Support
  • Automated External Defibrillator

Timeline

Case Worker

North Township Trustees Office
09.2006 - 05.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Social Worker

Indiana University Northwest
Cynthia Rivera