Engage parents, caregivers, and children to effectively support the achievement of permanency goals as outlined in each case
Prepare detailed reports for judges during court proceedings and provide testimony at court hearings for children and families within the caseload
Ensure full compliance with court orders in all cases
Accurately maintain case notes in the system of record, documenting all contacts, meetings, and visitations
Build and manage strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, responding promptly and thoroughly to resolve concerns and issues
Gather and analyze pertinent information about the child(ren) and family to guide case planning, facilitating the assessment process and decision-making by the court and ChildNet's System of Care
Mentor new Dependency Case Managers by sharing best practices and providing guidance on complex cases.
Transition Age Youth: Housing Manager
Heartland for Children
05.2022 - 06.2024
Provided strengths-based, flexible, and responsive case management support to participants
Partnered with participants to identify their goals/visions for themselves and their children
Developed housing stability plans based on identified goals/visions for both adults and children related to obtaining or maintaining housing, income or other service needs
Facilitated housing placement process for each participant and serve as liaison between families, landlords, utility providers and other agencies when needed
Provided participants with connections to services and resources that may support their safety, well-being and/or achieve their long-term stability
Networked with community resources for housing, employment, substance abuse treatment, mental health treatment, training, and make referrals as appropriate
Paralegal
Law Office of Craig Lawson, P.A.
03.2019 - 05.2022
Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation, and preparing digital materials and displays
Investigated causes and resolutions to criminal and personal injury cases, reviewing damages, losses, and settlement formalities
Organized and prioritized workloads to accomplish daily tasks
Drafted Summons and Complaints, Motions, Pleadings, Discovery, and Interrogatories
Communicated with medical facilities to update clients' medical treatment, attendance, and other special medical procedures
Gathered medical records, police reports, prior court filings, and insurance information
Prepared and compiled demand packages for insurance adjusters for settlements, both with and without the supervision of an attorney
Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Senior Juvenile Probation Officer
Department of Juvenile Justice
08.2018 - 03.2019
Prepared and presented reports to the court, commitment programs, and other service providers
Provided and documented supervision and case management of clients placed on supervision as required by statute, department policies and procedures, and Quality Improvement (QI) standards relating to probation, commitment, and/or conditional release
Maintained and updated case files on all delinquent youth per Department of Juvenile Justice standards, policies, procedures, and QI standards
Made recommendations to the State Attorney's Office within statutory time frames; provided necessary services after initiating ongoing assessments of the youth
Coordinated services and staffing, including multi-disciplinary staffing (Commitment Conferences) and assessments as needed
Gathered information as directed by statute, policy and procedure, and QI standards
Ensured updated information was reflected in the Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) or other designated computer database information systems
Conducted thorough risk assessments to determine the appropriate level of supervision for each juvenile.
In-Home Family Consultant
Boys Town of South Florida
07.2017 - 08.2018
Provided screening and assessment to determine program eligibility and identified areas to address in the service plan, if applicable
Trained and supported the development and utilization of functional skills for families with problems and individuals associated with the families
Assessed problems and provided care to youth and families; monitored individual and family progress in the attainment of predetermined goals, providing regular reviews and updates of service plans
Maintained the appropriate level of direct contact with families per program requirements and remained available to families 24/7 for crisis intervention as needed
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL
08.2017
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL
04.2016
Skills
Case Management
Problem Solving
Crisis Intervention
Resource Coordination
Court Reporting
Court Testimony
Organizational Skills
Attention to Detail
Effective Communication
Computer Proficient
Family and Child Advocacy
Fluent in Haitian Creole
Accomplishments
President, Kids Incorporated of Big Bend-06/2016
Phi Sigma Theta National Honor Society
Certification
Certified Child Welfare Case Manager
CWCM. 0109959
Expiration: 10/31/2025
Timeline
Dependency Case Manager
ChildNet
06.2024 - Current
Transition Age Youth: Housing Manager
Heartland for Children
05.2022 - 06.2024
Paralegal
Law Office of Craig Lawson, P.A.
03.2019 - 05.2022
Senior Juvenile Probation Officer
Department of Juvenile Justice
08.2018 - 03.2019
In-Home Family Consultant
Boys Town of South Florida
07.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
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