Jazmin Jones
Cranston,RI
Summary
Energetic leader promotes 6 years working as a Social Worker and Director for State and non-profit organizations. Determined and experienced in client rapport, budget control and employee mentoring and coaching.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
INDIAN CHILD WELFARE DIRECTOR
Rhode Indian Council
01.2021 - Current
- Directed an Indian Child Welfare pilot program that serviced urban off-reservation Native American Families
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive
- Provided preventative trainings to the native community along with supervised staff who were direct case managers of Native American clientele
- Connected with other agency's such as RI DCYF and The Narragansett Tribe to better facilitate safety plans for families in need
- Upheld sound financial principles to keep program operating within budget levels, maximizing resource utilization while minimizing costs
- Strengthened community engagement strategies to boost program outreach across Rhode Island
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
SOCIAL CASEWORKER II
The Department of Child, Youth, & Families
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Case planned and assessed families' protective capacities to ensure reunification
- Attended court hearings and completed
- Completed Court Letters providing updates on the family's efforts and progress
- Made necessary service provider referrals for biological families and foster families
- Conducted home visits to ensure safety in family homes and foster family's homes
- Visited individuals in homes and attended group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements, and procedures
- Supervised visits amongst children and families
- Entered monthly data on reasonable efforts and family's progress
- Obtained and supplied information to coordinating agencies to provide best possible guidance to clients
- Assessed cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions.
CASE MANAGER
The Providence Center
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Advocate for the homeless population within the capital city of RI
- Assisted recently incarcerated clients with job trainings, recovery programs, housing opportunities and education opportunities
- Distributed medication to clients with a med management plan
- Successfully led Substance Abuse Team Groups which resulted in a weekly high attendance rate
- Implemented treatment plans for the homeless and substance abuse population
- Assisted in budgeting plans for clients with mental health issues
- Assisted HUD Housing, and RI housing with home inspections and housing vouchers
- Completed weekly home visits with all clients in need of check-in
- Supported Clients with organization of multiple medical appointments.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALIST
Comprehensive Community Action
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues
- Administered residential treatment center for adolescents with addiction and abuse pathology
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.
Education
Pine Manor College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rhode Island College
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01.2026
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Script review and revision
- Business administration
- Issues resolution
- Strategic planning
- Financial Management
- Staff Management
- Strategies and goals
- Project Management
- Staff Development
- Budgeting
Timeline
INDIAN CHILD WELFARE DIRECTOR
Rhode Indian Council
01.2021 - Current
SOCIAL CASEWORKER II
The Department of Child, Youth, & Families
01.2018 - 01.2021
CASE MANAGER
The Providence Center
01.2015 - 01.2018
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALIST
Comprehensive Community Action
01.2012 - 12.2015
Pine Manor College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rhode Island College
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health
Liberty University