Isaiah Medina
Fairhaven,MA
Summary
Compassionate social worker with the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families, with experience in working with a diverse community and population. I have excelled in servicing individuals and families who have ongoing day-to-day struggles with substance abuse, domestic violence, criminal activity, etc. I offer a strong set of skills to work with those of diverse backgrounds and I strive to create better opportunities and positive change. I have over 2 years of experience providing social services to various groups of people and am well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Department of Children and Families
, Massachusetts
02.2022 - Current
- Conduct assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Develop individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Assist clients in accessing community resources such as housing, mental health and substance abuse treatment.
- Participate in court proceedings related to cases involving adults and children.
- Coordinate referrals to outside agencies for additional services to assist clients in achieving long term positive change.
- Maintain thorough and accurate case history records and wrote detailed reports.
- Interview clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs. Conduct client visits in the home and community.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA05-2021
Skills
- Case Documentation
- Service planning
- Interviewing
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Communication
- Cultural Competence
- Organization
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution and De-escalation
- Ethical Conduct
Certification
- Licensure: Licensed Social Worker Associate (LSWA)
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Social Worker
Department of Children and Families
02.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
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