Faith Williams
Child Welfare Consultant
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Reliable social work professional with experience in program evaluation, process analysis, and case management. Proven track record of successfully streamlining child welfare operations and increasing practice compliance. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve outcomes for child-welfare agencies and vulnerable families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
MSW Intern, Guardian Ad Litem Office
North Carolina Administrative Office Of The Courts
8 2023 - 4 2024
- Evaluated program problem areas using data-driven, practice-informed approaches, identifying areas of improvement and recommending changes to decrease length of time until permanence for children in county custody
- Promoted more trauma-focused and culturally-informed practices, planning for improved permanence outcomes for youth in foster care
- Assessed high-risk situations, making recommendations to legal and governing bodies to minimize harm and increase protective factors and supports in vulnerable populations
- Supervised a team of volunteers-in-training, providing education, coaching, and practice support, with a focus on building competence and longevity
- Assisted clients in navigating complex legal systems by providing education, advocacy, and accompaniment during court proceedings.
PERMANENCY PLANNING SOCIAL WORKER
CABARRUS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
2021.08 - 2023.08
- Engaged resistant client populations in the change process, with the goal of reunifying families and reducing further need for child welfare intervention
- Administered standardized, yet individualized assessments, making family-centered recommendations and referrals for each individual to evidence-based supports and resources
- Evaluated high-risk situations for safety and well-being-related risks and concerns, gathering needed information for courts and medical professionals to make trauma-informed decisions.
CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE
2019.05 - 2021.08
- Draft case plans related to child abuse/neglect cases and participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to formulate and/or modify treatment plans
- Prepare case record notes attesting to engagement with clients and results from specific services
- Perform on-site evaluations of foster homes to determine if appropriate for child placement and recommend approval/disapproval for licensing
- Research, obtain and make referrals to community resources and provide court-related services including court testimony, court reports and other legal documentation and mediation, negotiation, and implementation of agreements
- Conduct safety interviews of children and caregivers in order to obtain and assess mental, physical, economic, employment, environmental, and social status of families
- Provide support and direction in order to preserve family units and promote client self-determination
- Prepare court reports, affidavits, testimony, orders to remove the child for required court proceedings.
CHILD WELFARE PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION WORKER
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE
2018.11 - 2019.05
- Assisted workers in drafting case plans, researching and making referrals, consulting with community partners, and other case management and service planning tasks
- Assisted workers in preparing court reports, affidavits, case notes, and assessments
- These duties are in addition to the duties listed below as child protection intern
- Completed 200 hours of IDHW Child Welfare Academy.
CHILD WELFARE INTERN
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE
2018.09 - 2019.04
- Organized and carried out a Christmas toy drive for children in foster care covering 5 counties
- Participated in and assisted workers with all responsibilities of PSR workers and social workers
- Ensured child safety by supervising visitations, assisting workers in responding to referrals and completing comprehensive safety assessments.
CHILDCARE WORKER
WORLD GYM OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS
2013.08 - 2015.03
Education
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW) -
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE
Charlotte, NC 2023.05 - 2024.05
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK (BSW) -
BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY-IDAHO
Rexburg, ID 2014.09 - 2019.05
Skills
Fidelity in use of Structured Decision Making (SDM) Tools
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MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW) -
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE
2023.05 - 2024.05
PERMANENCY PLANNING SOCIAL WORKER
CABARRUS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
2021.08 - 2023.08
CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE
2019.05 - 2021.08
CHILD WELFARE PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION WORKER
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE
2018.11 - 2019.05
CHILD WELFARE INTERN
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE
2018.09 - 2019.04
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK (BSW) -
BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY-IDAHO
2014.09 - 2019.05
CHILDCARE WORKER
WORLD GYM OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS
2013.08 - 2015.03
MSW Intern, Guardian Ad Litem Office
North Carolina Administrative Office Of The Courts
8 2023 - 4 2024
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