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Dinisha Arkadie

Highland,CA

Summary

To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Adult Protective Services Social Worker

Workforce Development Aging Services
Los Angeles County , CA
2003.06 - Current

*Conduct investigations into reports of abuse neglect through interviews with elder and dependant adults,along with abuser and collateral contacts.


*Responding to crisis and emergency ca;;s involving the assessment of life-threatening situations and collaboration with law enforcement, mental health and other agency representatives.


* Assessing investigation finding and potential resources in order to develop appropriate case plans that address client needs; and following-up with clients on case plan objectives.


*Maintaining case records using the Department's automated case management system.


*Facilitating mandated cross-reporting with other agencies.

*Attending training, symposiums, conferences,metting and other forms that facilitate continuous learning

Victim Service Advocate

Riverside County District Attorney's Office
Riverside County , CA
1999.01 - 2003.06

*Serve as liaison to collateral agencies law enforcement,court,social services, and other concerned parties to provide crisis intervention services for crime victims and witness of crime.


*Respond to client needs and facilitate client services in the planning pf safety, crime scene cleanup,protective relocation or shelter,document replacement,property repair,funeral and burial arrangement,intervention with creditors,landlord,school and employers, and application of Victim's of Crime Compensation Program.


*Counsel victims and witness to reduce trama;provide advocacy and support to victims during interviews with law enforcement,district attorneys and defense attorneys


*Advocate and accompany victims to court in order to provide support during testimony.

*Provide information to victims and witnesses concerning the procedures of criminal justice system,juvenile system,and justice agencies.

*Maintain records to meet state, federal,and internal reporting requirements.

*Drive a county vehicle as needed to carry out services

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA
07.1998

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills Ca
01.1995

High School Diploma -

Reseda Senior High School
Reseda, CA
06.1990

Skills

  • Self-Motivated
  • Client needs assessment
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Timeline

Adult Protective Services Social Worker

Workforce Development Aging Services
2003.06 - Current

Victim Service Advocate

Riverside County District Attorney's Office
1999.01 - 2003.06

Bachelor of Arts - History

California State University Northridge

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Los Angeles Pierce College

High School Diploma -

Reseda Senior High School
Dinisha Arkadie