Jamie Soltysiak
Alpena,MI
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker offering almost 10 years of counceling and crisis intervention expertise. Strong interpersonal, organizational skills and computer skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to provide appropriate resources.
I have worked with families, children, elderly and disabled individuals. I have good communications skills and a knowledge of Community Resources. Experienced in decision making and problem solving.
I believe I would bring unique qualifications to this position and make a good candidate for the position.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Specialist
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Alpena, Michigan
11.2012 - Current
- Provided court testimony detailing client behaviors, treatment plans and progress according to objectives.
- Drafted petitions, court reports, case plans and other legal documents to achieve goals.
- Interviewed client, parents, foster parents, school officials and other related parties to fully understand child's individual needs.
- Interviewed children and family members to perform intake assessments and identify risks.
- Helped members of public connect with program resources.
- Conducted assessments of foster homes and children under care.
Direct Care Worker
Third Level Crisis Center
Traverse City, MI
06.2007 - 03.2010
- Provide individual outreach, advocacy and referrals for Youth Wing of Goodwill Industries Homeless Shelter.
Program Counselor
Grand Traverse Area Community Living Center
Traverse City, MI
09.2006 - 09.2007
- Improved resident outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Provide necessary support to enable adults with developmental disabilities to continue living independently.
- Teach and supervise basicliving skills.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Alpena Community College
Alpena, MI06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Spring Arbor University
Petoskey, MI05.2002
High School Diploma -
Alpena Senior High School
Alpena MI06.2000
Skills
- Community referrals
- Client advocacy
- Conducting interviews
- Multitasking
- Computer skills
- Client needs assessment
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- MS Office
- Decision Making
Timeline
Foster Care Specialist
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
11.2012 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Third Level Crisis Center
06.2007 - 03.2010
Program Counselor
Grand Traverse Area Community Living Center
09.2006 - 09.2007
High School Diploma -
Alpena Senior High School
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Spring Arbor University
Associate of Arts -
Alpena Community College