Jennifer Bautista-Bartczak
South Amboy,NJ
Summary
Dedicated to the overall safety and well-being of individuals and families, adept at advocating for resource families and navigating complex systems. Skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments and fostering strong communication, ensuring families are stable and secure by accessing vital community resources to enhance their well-being and stability.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Service Specialist II
Division of Child Protection and Permanency
03.2007 - Current
- Managing a caseload of individuals and families, assessing their needs, and developing individualized service plans. This involves regular monitoring and evaluation of individual and family progress.
- Providing support to families and individuals, advocating for their needs, and helping them access various services and resources such as financial assistance, housing, healthcare, and counseling.
- Conducting thorough assessments to identify individual needs, strengths, and barriers to success. This includes evaluating family dynamics and individual circumstances.
- Connecting individuals and families with appropriate community resources, including mental health services, educational programs, employment opportunities, and legal assistance.
- Conducting home, school, and community visits to assigned individuals and families to assess their level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals.
- Maintaining detailed records of individual and family interactions, case notes, and progress reports. Ensuring compliance with organizational and legal requirements for documentation.
- Providing ongoing support to resource parents through coaching and crisis intervention techniques.
- Advocating for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Building solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Maintaining detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Providing ongoing support and guidance to resource families, helping them navigate the challenges of foster care and adoption. This includes offering advice on parenting strategies and addressing specific needs related to the children in their care.
- Conducting assessments to evaluate the needs and strengths of resource families and the children placed with them. This may involve home visits and interviews to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
- Maintaining accurate records of interactions with families and children, documenting progress and any issues that arise, and ensuring compliance with agency and legal requirements.
- Advocating for the needs of resource families and the children in their care within the child welfare system, working to ensure they receive necessary support and services.
- Working closely with other professionals, such as social workers, therapists, and educators, to coordinate services and develop comprehensive plans for the children and families.
- Regularly checking in with resource families to monitor the stability and progress of placements, addressing any concerns, and providing ongoing support.
In-Home Counselor
YAI National Institute for People With Disabilitie
09.2005 - 03.2007
- Created a safe and supportive environment for clients to express their thoughts and feelings.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with individuals and their families to address specific challenges and objectives.
- Advocated for the rights and needs of individuals within the organization and the broader community, ensuring they receive appropriate services and support.
- Maintained detailed records of individual interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes. Ensuring compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements for documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ05-2005
Skills
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of the foster care system and the unique challenges faced by resource families
- Uses compassionate and empathetic approach to working with diverse populations
- Ability to effectively communicate with diverse families, colleagues, and other community members This includes both verbal and written communication
- Organized
- Awareness and respect for cultural differences and ability to work effectively in diverse communities
- Familiarity with local and state resources and services available to support families
- Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively, providing appropriate support and guidance
- Ability to advocate for the needs of families and help them navigate complex systems
- Working effectively as part of a team and collaborating with other professionals and agencies
- Maintaining client privacy and adhering to ethical guidelines
- Ability to conduct assessments to determine the needs and strengths of families
Certification
- Certified SAFE Home Study Practitioner
- Certified Nurtured Heart Approach Trainer
Timeline
Family Service Specialist II
Division of Child Protection and Permanency
03.2007 - Current
In-Home Counselor
YAI National Institute for People With Disabilitie
09.2005 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
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