Elizabeth Balus
Boston,NY
Summary
Solution focused caseworker with 7+ years experience in providing a trauma informed approach to case management.
Competence in completing investigative duties including gathering information, collateral contacts, completing home and/or community visits to assess safety and providing family support. Experience with collaborating with other professionals in assisting with client needs and linking with community resources as well as monitoring progress and adherence to court orders and menus.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Child Protection Caseworker
Department of Social Services
04.2018 - Current
- Conducting investigations of child abuse and neglect
- Assessing safety and risk
- Completing field visits and interviews
- Case load management
- Collateral contacts and documentation
- Collaboration with providers and other professionals
- Refers and links families to appropriate service agencies
- Assists in emergency interventions
- Ensuring compliance with agency policy and procedure
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY05.2012
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Motivational Interviewing
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Utilizing Solution Focused and Trauma Informed Approach
- Report Writing/Accurate Documentation
- Experience in case management
- Time Management and Organization
Timeline
Senior Child Protection Caseworker
Department of Social Services
04.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business
Buffalo State College
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