Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families
03.2023 - Current
Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children
Collect information through observation and interviews with the children, parents, relatives, and neighbors
Assess danger threats, child vulnerabilities and caregiver protective capacities in order to determine whether a child is safe
Arrange emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in their home
Conduct initial/ongoing child present and impending danger assessments
Documented cases meticulously, maintaining accurate records for court proceedings and agency use.
Managed high caseloads efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and level of risk to the child.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive assessments and intervention plans for children at risk.
Case Manager
The Advocate Program
06.2021 - 03.2023
Developed, coordinated and administered pre-trial diversion programs to eligible defendants
Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments
Received incoming phone calls and contact form submissions and provided timely responses to inquiries
Entered data in case management system and handled database maintenance
Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
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