Elizabeth Guyton
Amory,MS
Summary
With a robust background at Child Protective Services, I excel in crisis assessment and empathy building, showcasing a proven track record in enhancing child welfare and safety. Leveraging skills in emergency intervention and client advocacy, I've significantly improved community resource accessibility, achieving notable client satisfaction and case resolution outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Child Protective Services
Fulton, MS
04.2016 - 03.2024
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
- Facilitated mental health assessments for various age groups in child welfare and prevention services.
- Cultivated and strengthened community partnerships for client referrals.
- Informed clients on trauma's effects on mental health and well-being.
- Conducted individual and family group interviews to assess specific service needs.
- Assessed safety risks for children living at home or in foster care settings.
- Directed protective placement, case management, parent education and family reunification activities.
- Attended multidisciplinary team meetings to review intricate cases.
- Kept detailed records of client progress per agency standards.
- Created effective solutions for persistent issues affecting individuals and families.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Participated in team meetings and offered feedback on case updates.
- Coordinated client care by collaborating with psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses.
- Worked closely with family members to deliver complete support services to clients.
- Collaborated with schools and educational institutions on behalf of students facing academic or social challenges.
- Directed patients to community resources for mental health treatment.
- Conducted home study assessments to aid courts in custody decisions.
- Deployed social service interventions to meet treatment objectives and cater to client needs.
- Engaged in courtroom sessions concerning juvenile cases.
- Conducted regular family conferences to review case plans.
- Investigated client cases for abuse and neglect, compiling necessary reports.
- Streamlined referrals to external agencies for services like substance abuse programs and vocational training.
- Engaged in professional development through various seminars.
Substitute Teacher
Monroe County School District
Amory, MS
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
The Meadows of Fulton
Fulton, MS
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Interacted with patients and families by addressing questions and concerns.
- Adapted existing activities or developed new ones to meet the changing needs of participants.
- Facilitated group discussions on topics such as current events, health issues, and hobbies.
- Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to those who required additional assistance.
- Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Conducted interviews with applicants, explaining benefits process, and which programs were available.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Mississippi
University, MS05-2014
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS07-2010
Skills
- Emergency intervention
- Client documentation
- Service planning
- Crisis assessment
- Staff training and onboarding
- Child welfare expertise
- Client advocacy
- MS office
- Empathy building
- Social services
- Child welfare and protective services
- Family reunification specialist
- Shelter arrangements
- Educational support
- Confidential documentation and recordkeeping
- Safety planning
- CPR, First Aid, AED
- Case documentation
- Court hearings
- Conflict resolution
- Confidential case documentation
- Substance abuse expertise
- Risk assessment
- Child development
- Records management
Certification
- Certified in CPR since 1983
- Certified in First Aid since 1983
- Certified in AED since 1983
- Awaiting test date (June 25, 2025) for Social Work license
References
- Chris Brown(Commissioner at MS Public Service Commission) - (662)315-6966
- Shelly Madlin(LMSW) - (662)587-7082
- Lisa Koon(Attorney & Prentiss County Youth Court Judge) - (662)279-2297
- Susan Hill(LMSW) - (662)213-8479
- Jennifer Carroll(PH.D. , LPC) - (662)372-0401
- Janell Byars - (769)867-4669
- Morgan Vanlandingham - (256)617-9578
- Julie James - (601)853-8639
- Anna McCoy - (662)554-7481
Timeline
Social Worker
Child Protective Services
04.2016 - 03.2024
Substitute Teacher
Monroe County School District
08.2015 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
The Meadows of Fulton
01.2014 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Mississippi
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Itawamba Community College
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