Elizabeth Benton
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Professional with over 10 years of experience in caregiving and support roles across educational and healthcare environments. Expertise in crisis intervention and patient monitoring, effectively assisting individuals with behavioral challenges. Proficient in supervising staff to maintain high standards of care and facilitating daily living skills. Committed to improving client well-being through compassionate support and targeted training.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kinship Navigator
Family Access Center
06.2025 - Current
- Developed comprehensive resource guides for kinship families to enhance support systems.
- Established strong relationships with local agencies to facilitate seamless service referrals.
- Implemented effective case management techniques that facilitated timely progress toward identified goals for each family unit.
Paraprofessional
Sioux City Community School District
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided individualized support for student with ADHD and behavioral challenges
Residential Supervisor
Mid-Step Services
06.2020 - 02.2025
- Facilitated daily living skills performed by Direct Support Professionals. Supervised staff to ensure delivery of quality care to members. Administered medications to members and assisted with daily living activities. Supported members in engaging with outside activities, promoting independence.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Westwood
11.2018 - 03.2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Briar Cliff University
Sioux City, IA05-2026
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA05.2024
Certified Medication Aide
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA12.2022
CNA - Nursing
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA09.2022
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Case management
- Communication skills
- Conflict management
- Behavioral health
- Care plans
- Advocacy
- Safety plans
- Child welfare
- Child protective services
- Client services
- Interpersonal skills (10 years)
Accomplishments
Dean's list- 2022,2023,2024,2025
CNA
CMA
SAFETY-CARE certified
Certification
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
- CPR Certification
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- Certified Medication Aide
Languages
English
Timeline
Kinship Navigator
Family Access Center
06.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Sioux City Community School District
02.2025 - 06.2025
Residential Supervisor
Mid-Step Services
06.2020 - 02.2025
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Westwood
11.2018 - 03.2020
CNA - Nursing
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Briar Cliff University
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Certified Medication Aide
Western Iowa Tech Community College
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