Desmond Grattan
Fort Bragg,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate social work professional with experience in child welfare, policy practice, and advocacy for Indigenous and rural communities. Adept at engaging, assessing, intervening, and evaluating cases with a trauma-informed approach. Strong background in hospitality management, bringing leadership, communication, and crisis management skills to social work practice.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
Mendocino County Family and Children's Services
Fort Bragg, California
01.2024 - Current
- Manage a child welfare case from start to finish, focusing on engagement with an Indigenous family
- Conduct assessments, interventions, and evaluations following trauma-informed care principles
- Advocate for policies that support Indigenous and rural communities
Social Worker Assistant
Mendocino County Child Welfare Services
01.2023 - Current
- Work with families and children to ensure safety, permanency, and well-being
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including legal professionals and community organizations
- Develop case plans and connect families to essential resources
Intern
The Hospitality Wellness Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided case management support and wellness services to individuals experiencing housing insecurity and addiction recovery
- Assisted in developing outreach programs to connect underserved populations with community resources
- Facilitated workshops on mental health, recovery, and life skills
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA05-2025
Associate of Human Services -
Mendocino College
Ukiah, CA05-2023
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Client advocacy
- Professional ethics
- Self-care strategies
- Case management & crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed & culturally responsive practice
- Advocacy & policy engagement
- Communication & interpersonal skills
- Leadership & team collaboration
- Organization & problem-solving
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Mendocino County Family and Children's Services
01.2024 - Current
Social Worker Assistant
Mendocino County Child Welfare Services
01.2023 - Current
Intern
The Hospitality Wellness Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Associate of Human Services -
Mendocino College
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