Dominique Jackson
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dedicated Master of Social Work (MSW) candidate with a concentration in Forensic Social Work, and a strong foundation in family engagement, early intervention, and case management. Proven experience in supporting children and families through school-based truancy prevention, in-home services, and legal system navigation. Skilled in building rapport, coordinating resources, and maintaining accurate documentation. Passionate about promoting positive outcomes for at-risk youth through collaborative, strengths-based approaches.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Engagement Specialist
Jefferson County Child Development Council
Birmingham, AL
04.2023 - Current
- Build and maintain positive relationships and rapport with families, and staff.
- Place families from the waiting list into Early Head Start/Head Start sites.
- Provide services to families monthly.
- Assist with goal setting and achieving with parents as needed.
- Provide resources to families.
- Create in-house files that obtain families' information.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Created individualized Family Engagement Plans for identified families based on assessment data.
Master of Social Work Intern
Helping Families Initiative
Bessemer, AL
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Supported truancy prevention efforts by assisting case officers with at-risk youth in Bessemer City, Fairfield City, and Midfield City Schools.
- Participated in in-home visits and student/family assessments to identify the underlying causes of school absenteeism.
- Collaborated with schools, social services, and legal stakeholders to develop intervention plans.
- Attended truancy court hearings to observe legal proceedings and provide case support.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, and assisted with connecting families to community-based resources.
Service Coordinator
Project Wiggles and Giggles Early Intervention
Birmingham and Montgomery, AL
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Built and maintained positive relationships and rapport with families and staff.
- Provided information on available services, resources, and options monthly.
- Tested for eligibility of Early Intervention services with E-LAP Testing manual.
- Data/documentation entry.
- Assisted in development of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP).
Family Support Worker/Case Manager
Seraaj Family Homes Inc.
Birmingham, AL
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Built and maintained relationships with families and staff.
- Provided services to foster parents and children including parenting support.
- Provided in-home services to biological families and supported reunification.
- Assisted in the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
- Provided mobile transportation and facilitated DHR scheduled visits.
- Obtained drug screening results.
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
Seraaj Family Homes Inc.
Montgomery, AL
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted with daily home visits and parenting support.
- Provided services to children on the caseload.
- Uploaded data and documentation.
- Attended meetings, training, conferences, and seminars to advance professional knowledge.
- Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Monitored and reviewed treatment outcomes and goal achievement.
Patient Transporter
PRINCETON HOSPITAL
Birmingham, AL
05.2017 - 01.2021
- Transported patients throughout the hospital to appropriate destinations.
- Maintained positive relationships and rapport with patients and staff.
- Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
- Greeted patient and explained transport plan and destination.
- Facilitated the smooth handover of patients to receiving departments, ensuring clear communication of any special requirements.
Education
Master of Social Work - Forensic Social Work
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.2025
Bachelor of Social Work -
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.2021
Skills
- Customer service
- Adaptability
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Efficient in data entry, including ChildPlus experience
- Family engagement
- Collaboration
- Community referrals
Accomplishments
- Alabama State University Dean’s List, Spring 2017 – 2021
- The National Society of Leadership and Success - Member, 2019 – Present
- Cum Laude, 2021
Extracurricular Activities
Whitney Young Social Work Organization, Member, 2020 – Present
National Association of Black Social Workers, Member, 2020 – Present
The National Society Leadership, 2018 – Present
Training
- CPR & First Aid, 06/01/24
- Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube) Feeding, 07/01/21
- E-LAP Developmental Testing for Ages Birth–3, Project Wiggles and Giggles
References
Available upon request
Volunteer Internships
- Volunteer, U.S. Postal Service, Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, 2024
- Volunteer, The Legal Aid Society, Birmingham, AL, 2021, Provided monthly contact to foster families via home visits, calls, or ZOOM., Maintained communication with family court attorneys., Attended shelter care court appearances and conducted data entry., Traveled as needed for home visits and court.
- Youth Counselor, COMMON GROUND, Montgomery, AL, 01/01/16-01/01/17, Provided after-school care for 4–5-year-old students., Assisted staff with homework and other duties.
Timeline
Master of Social Work Intern
Helping Families Initiative
01.2025 - 04.2025
Family Engagement Specialist
Jefferson County Child Development Council
04.2023 - Current
Service Coordinator
Project Wiggles and Giggles Early Intervention
05.2022 - 04.2023
Family Support Worker/Case Manager
Seraaj Family Homes Inc.
04.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
Seraaj Family Homes Inc.
08.2020 - 05.2021
Patient Transporter
PRINCETON HOSPITAL
05.2017 - 01.2021
Master of Social Work - Forensic Social Work
Alabama State University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Alabama State University
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