Jennifer A. Cook
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven professional with extensive experience in case management, program coordination, and client services. Seeking a full-time position that presents new professional challenges and opportunities to leverage strong interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrates a commitment to fostering positive relationships with clients, students, and the community, while consistently delivering high-quality services and solutions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Advisor of BSN program
UTA College of Nursing and Health Innovation
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisting students with course selection, academic planning, and navigating program requirements
- Providing guidance on career paths, clinical placements, and helping students stay on track for graduation
- Offering support for addressing academic challenges and ensuring a smooth academic experience in the nursing field
- Daily meetings with students identifying opportunities to help navigating process
- Provide training meetings for students in classrooms specific to nursing program at UTA
- Conducting orientation for in-coming students new to program
- Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance while maintaining high-quality service delivery.
Kinship Connections Specialist
ACH Child and Family Services
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Administered and coordinated comprehensive case management services, facilitated support group training, implemented in-home therapeutic services, managed crisis situations, and facilitated transitional services
- Conducted home visits and extensive assessments of children in state custody ensuring all needs were met in the Kinship placements
- Licensed families to secure funding for children in their care and ensuring a supportive and regulated environment for their wellbeing
- Conducted Home Studies, supporting and facilitating the adoption process
- Collaborated with community stakeholders and established networks to secure additional funding for programs, fostering community support and enhancing the sustainability of initiatives
S.A.V.E., Student and Volunteer Efforts Program Coordinator
Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, Child Protective Services
03.2006 - 05.2021
- Supervised and provided mentorship to over 200 college interns during their social work field placements
- Supported their professional development and practical experience
- Managed a case load of 60-100 at-risk families, ensuring comprehensive support and intervention
- Observed the students interacting with clients, evaluating progress and providing consultative feedback
- Responsible for maintaining relationships with universities, community agencies, stakeholders, and Tarrant County Community Partners Board
- Maintained the metrics of the program and presented them to the Board
- Adjunct Faculty member of the University of Texas at Arlington and Texas Christian University ensuring the Student Field requirements, policies, and evaluations are met
Child Protective Services Specialist
Child Protective Services
11.2001 - 03.2006
- Maintained detailed case histories metrics and reports in adherence to stringent standards
- Ensured child safety by conducting regular home visits and monitoring progress towards established goals.
- Presented court documentation and testified in hearings on the behalf of the children
- Trained Forensic Interviewer at the Alliance for Children's Team working directly with the Crimes Against Children Unit, Cook Children's Care Team, and the District Attorney's office
- Managed cases from child's removal to foster care and/or adoption
- Completed home studies in adherence to state guidelines and timeframes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Texas Arlington
Skills
- Client Needs Assessment
- Tailored Solutions
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Professional Presentation
- Analytical Review
- Customized Scheduling
- Service Planning
- Professional Practices
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Creativity in advising
- Student development
- Strategic Decision-making
- Academic monitoring
- Software proficiency
Websites
Community Service
- American Cancer Society Cowtown Ball
- April Child Abuse Prevention Program
- Community Partners of Tarrant County fundraising events
- Fort Worth Children's Charities
Timeline
Academic Advisor of BSN program
UTA College of Nursing and Health Innovation
03.2023 - 02.2024
Kinship Connections Specialist
ACH Child and Family Services
06.2021 - 01.2023
S.A.V.E., Student and Volunteer Efforts Program Coordinator
Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, Child Protective Services
03.2006 - 05.2021
Child Protective Services Specialist
Child Protective Services
11.2001 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Texas Arlington
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