Dedicated child welfare professional with a background in psychology and healthcare administration, focused on enhancing client services, ensuring timely documentation through investigative skills, and resolving crises with compassion and decisiveness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children's and Families
05.2025 - Current
Conducted thorough investigations into child welfare concerns, ensuring compliance with state regulations and ensure compliance with state regulations regarding timelines for investigations, documentation, and reporting requirements.
Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel, and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case and improve child safety.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team partners to create safety plans, maintain accurate case records, recommend actions based on thorough risk assessments, and coordinate services for families in crisis.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to promote positive outcomes.
Documented findings and maintained accurate case records to support legal proceedings and interventions.
Medical AR Specialist
Sunshine Billing
02.2024 - 03.2025
Conducted thorough investigations into billing discrepancies, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols, which aligns with assessing child safety.
Collected and analyzed patient information to resolve issues, similar to gathering data through observation and interviews.
Maintained confidentiality and HIPAA compliance, akin to handling sensitive child protection cases.
A/R Specialist
Change Healthcare/Optum Insight
09.2021 - 02.2024
Facilitated communication with patients and insurance providers, mirroring the need for effective communication with families and agencies.
Documented interactions meticulously, ensuring accurate records for future reference, similar to maintaining detailed case files.
Collaborated with departments to resolve complex issues, reflecting teamwork required in child protection scenarios.
Field Operations Supervisor Clerk
Census 2020
06.2020 - 11.2020
Managed administrative tasks and coordinated team efforts, promoting a collaborative environment essential for crisis intervention.
Provided support to team members efficiently, ensuring quality completion of assignments akin to supporting families in crisis.
Coordinated meetings and maintained records, demonstrating strong organizational skills necessary for managing child protection cases.
Education
Bachelor's - Psychology
Keiser University - Ft. Lauderdale
12.2024
Certificate - Medical Billing & Coding
AAPC - Weston, FL
09.2021
Skills
Client Relations & Interaction
Conflict Resolution
Community resources
Scheduling & Interviewing
Records Management & Case Documentation
Communication & Collaboration
Crisis Situations & Mental Health Awareness
Empathy & Compassion
Confidentiality & HIPAA Compliance
Active Listening
Data Entry and Database Management
Research and Analytical Skills
Cultural Awareness & Family services
Adaptability
Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc