Jody Binge
Tarpon Springs,FL
Summary
Interested in obtaining full time employment in the field of Investigations and/or Social Services. Grounded Child Protective Investigator Supervisor adept at identifying dangers and risks with potential for lasting trauma and injury. Adaptable professional working closely with law enforcement and other partners to promote positive outcomes. Supervises a unit of investigators in helping families and finding appropriate resources.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Protection Investigator Supervisor
Largo
, FL
09.2017 - Current
- Supervise unit of 3-5 individuals
- Oversee caseloads and ensure child safety
- Attend court hearings
Field Trainer
12.2015 - 09.2017
- Teach new hires both in classroom and field
- Create lessons and follow established structured classroom guide
Child Protection Investigator
01.2008 - 12.2015
- Investigate reports of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect
- Assess child safety and needs of families
- Refer families to services in the community
- Work with other professionals in the community in assuring the needs of families have been met
- Work with the Pinellas County Court System in assuring child safety.
Targeted Case Manager
Suncoast Center for Community Mental Health
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2001 - 01.2004
- Assisted clients with mental illnesses in obtaining entitlements, transportation, securing medications, and other daily living skills
- Complete assessments and service plans for consumers.
Residential Case Manager
Easter Seals
Washington, NJ
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Assisted adults with mental illnesses in obtaining entitlements, completing banking activities, learning daily living skills, and securing employment
- Created and implemented service plans and goals for consumers
- Provided transportation to doctor’s appointments.
Residential Counselor
Easter Seals
Washington, NJ
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Assisted adults with mental illnesses in cooking, cleaning, and completing laundry
- Assisted consumers with achieving goals on service plans
- Monitored and provided education on medications.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA05.1999
Skills
- Child Protection
- Managing Case Files
- Case Records Review
- Investigative Report Preparation
- Organization and Prioritization Skills
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Home Visits
- Child Abuse and Neglect Identification
- Investigation Techniques
Certification
Child Welfare Professional
Timeline
Child Protection Investigator Supervisor
Largo
09.2017 - Current
Field Trainer
12.2015 - 09.2017
Child Protection Investigator
01.2008 - 12.2015
Targeted Case Manager
Suncoast Center for Community Mental Health
08.2001 - 01.2004
Residential Case Manager
Easter Seals
01.2000 - 01.2001
Residential Counselor
Easter Seals
01.1997 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science Degree - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University
Child Welfare Professional
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