Professional candidate with 5+ years of strong experience as a caseworker Effective ability to multitask Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Managed assigned caseload of 300+ households Prepared statistical reports for management Conducted face to face interviews to determine eligibility Completed case inquiries and investigations. Assisted in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports Developed and maintained a filing system Organized and scheduled appointments
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
JW Airport Transportation
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2012 - 09.2017
Provided administrative support to the CEO and employees within the company
Performed various secretarial/clerical duties such as documenting, photocopying, faxing, mailing, and organizing filing system
Organized the scheduling of meetings, conferences, and events; distributed minutes for them
Answered telephones and transferred calls to appropriate staff members
Took care of staff office space, weekly schedules, travel reports, phones, parking, credit cards and office keys
Maintained the office database – retrieved and organized information for individual employees and clients
Copying, filing and general administrative support
Assisted with other duties as requested
Ordered, tracked and distributed office and automotive supplies
Opened, sorted, and distributed daily incoming mail to office staff
Coordinated agendas for meetings with visitors and clients– arranged guest and travel accommodations
Maintained confidential records and contracts.
Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
Prepared agendas for board meetings along with taking minutes during sessions.
Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
Caseworker – Intake Department
Children, Youth and Family Services
Pittsburgh , PA
09.2011 - 12.2011
Established a community and family member team to formulate child issue solutions
Developed adjustment programs for children moved to alternate families
Determined abuse allegations
Ensured child safety in coordination with biological and foster families
Educated biological and foster families on safe child practices as necessary
Adhered to state and federal guidelines in all child protective and placement tasks
Prepared cases for court.
Provided casework services to clients, including conducting initial assessments and developing individualized case plans.
Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress toward goals, and document service delivery.
Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Attended court hearings when appropriate to provide testimony regarding client status or progress towards goals.
Collaborated with other departments within the agency to ensure that all services are provided in a timely manner.
Met with clients to conduct needs assessments, recommending appropriate support and service offerings.
Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
Income Maintenance Caseworker
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, PA
06.1989 - 04.1994
Played a vital role in helping members of the community attain public assistance services
Made referrals to appropriate resources within the community, and help clients locate employment opportunities
Detail Oriented
Good Communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Managed assigned caseload of 300+ households
Prepared statistical reports for management
Conducted face to face interviews to determine eligibility
Completed case inquiries and investigations.
Assessed and documented the financial, medical, and other needs of clients.
Reviewed and evaluated client applications for eligibility of public assistance programs.
Investigated fraud or abuse in cases related to public assistance programs.
Conducted home visits to verify information on applications.
Provided information to clients regarding available services and resources.
Maintained accurate records of case notes and progress reports.
Interpreted policies, laws, and regulations relevant to assigned caseloads.
Assisted clients in completing necessary paperwork for obtaining benefits.
Performed data entry into computer systems for tracking client information.
Researched documents needed to process applications or claims accurately.
Attended court hearings as an advocate for the agency's interests.
Participated in trainings and workshops related to income maintenance caseworker duties.
Analyzed public assistance applications and determined eligibility for benefits.