Emily Allen
Durham,NC
Summary
Experienced social worker with over 7 years of making a positive impact on the lives of children, families, and vulnerable populations. Dedicated to providing comprehensive support and guidance to individuals in need, focusing on fostering resilience and empowering them to overcome challenges. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing personalized intervention plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality services. Committed to promoting social justice and advocating for equitable access to resources for underserved communities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
In Home and Permanency Planning Social Worker
Orange County Department of Social Services
10.2017 - Current
- Specialized in home and permanency planning.
- Facilitated development and review of Family Service Agreements.
- Evaluated family safety utilizing structured decision-making tools.
- Connected families with essential services and resources.
- Collaborated with community partners to meet family needs.
- Conducted interviews with children and caregivers to evaluate safety concerns.
- Provided consistent and precise dictation of critical information.
- Partner with families to achieve long-term permanency for children.
- Summarize agency involvement, strengths, needs, progress, and recommendations in court reports.
- Provided testimony in court hearings about agency involvement.
- Screen intake reports adhering to policies and general statutes.
- Performed interviews and evaluated family safety during on-call shifts.
- Participated in regular supervision with supervisor.
Social Work Intern for Circle Preschool Program
Greater Richmond SCAN
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Participated in workshops focused on trauma and resilience.
- Participated in community and local school system meetings to advocate for clients' best interests.
- Co-facilitated psychoeducational support group for caregivers
- Assisted in organizing volunteer meetings.
- Delivered Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to adult clients at Child Advocacy Center.
- Delivered play therapy sessions to support young children's development in a preschool setting.
- Present in classroom of 4-6 children and engaged with children ages 3-5 throughout the school day
- Implemented effective de-escalation techniques for dysregulated children.
- Engaged in regular interdisciplinary clinical meetings.
- Participated in weekly supervision with supervisor
Social Work Intern
Avery Middle School
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Co-facilitated Social Learning elective for 7 students presenting with symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Lead an after school study hall open to all students
- Worked with between 3-10 students regularly regarding issues pertaining to personal hygiene, school work, home life, socialization with peers, or other areas of concern to the student or the school
- Attended teacher team meetings as it applied to students on caseload
- Administered tests and other academic assessments to meet accommodations required in student's IEP or 504 Plan
- Worked with student with Autism Spectrum Disorder to learn various Activities of Daily Living regarding hygiene
- Facilitated small groups during lunch on various topics for students
- Provided students on caseload with additional assistance in typical and special education classroom settings
- Contacted parents of students on caseload regarding concerns, general check-ins, and to schedule meetings
- Participated in school social work and staff training and development
- Participated in weekly supervision with supervisor
Swim Team Coach, Life Guard, Swim Instructor
Woodcroft Swim and Tennis Club
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Create and lead swim team practices twice a day for children ages 4-18
- Lead and manage children, parents, and other coaches during swim meets
- Work as a team with other coaches and lifeguarding staff
- Teach children proper swimming technique for each stroke
- Enforce safety in pool and on pool deck
- Attend and participate in monthly in-service for staff
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2017
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2016
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Service planning
Timeline
In Home and Permanency Planning Social Worker
Orange County Department of Social Services
10.2017 - Current
Social Work Intern for Circle Preschool Program
Greater Richmond SCAN
05.2016 - 05.2017
Social Work Intern
Avery Middle School
01.2016 - 05.2016
Swim Team Coach, Life Guard, Swim Instructor
Woodcroft Swim and Tennis Club
06.2012 - 06.2015
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Appalachian State University
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