Harriette Holmes

Supervision of 7 to 12 Child Protection Investigators in assessing home situations and family relationships for child abuse/neglect. Making deter of abuse and neglect according to child abuse standards in Illinois. Ability to write reports and successfully complete agency-sponsored training programs and meet mandated licensure requirements.

• Worked with senior case managers to coordinate team development activities and trainings.
• Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.

• Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
• Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
• Maintained case records and legal documentation.
• Developed plans to strengthen family units.
• Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
• Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.

• Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case.
• Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
• Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
• Devised and implemented safety plans for children suspected as victims of abuse or neglect.