Kashara Kirksey
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate Case Worker with background in Foster Care. Possess strong skills in child advocacy, family support, and care coordination to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in foster care. Exhibited strengths include crisis management, communication, and cultural sensitivity. Previous work has made significant impact on improving living conditions for foster children while ensuring adherence to all state regulations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mortgage Banker
Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Houston, TX
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Negotiated terms of loans with customers based on their financial situation.
- Performed loan processing duties including ordering appraisals, title reports, verification of employment and other related tasks.
- Conducted credit checks on potential borrowers and reviewed results with management team.
- Managed pipeline of loans from origination through closing process while monitoring progress regularly.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate loan products based on their individual needs.
- Prepared loan closing packages ensuring that all documents were complete and accurate.
Case Worker, Foster Care
The Gateway Centre
Houston, TX
06.2014 - 01.2020
- Conducted home visits and documented findings in case notes.
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Coordinated with local employers to identify job openings suitable for individuals seeking self-sufficiency.
- Assisted clients in developing and implementing strategies to increase their self-sufficiency.
- Met regularly with clients to evaluate progress towards achieving personal goals related to economic independence.
- Conducted in-depth economic assessments of clients to determine eligibility for assistance programs.
Child/Family Advocate
Changes Family Counseling Services
Rockledge, FL
06.2009 - 11.2013
- Organized events such as parent education seminars or job fairs aimed at helping families gain access to economic opportunities.
- Created reports summarizing client information for various stakeholders including courts and child welfare agencies.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients by providing ongoing support through regular check-ins or phone calls.
- Assessed risk factors within a family environment in order to determine appropriate interventions necessary for safety.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases and coordinate treatment plans for clients.
- Conducted home visits and assessments to evaluate family dynamics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies/Psychology
Barry University
Miami, FL05-2009
Skills
- Data Collection
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Partnership Development
- Behavioral Assessment
- Family Support
- Records Management
- Case Planning
- Foster Care Processes
- Case service plans
- Client needs assessments
- Critical Thinking
Work Availability
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Timeline
Mortgage Banker
Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
02.2021 - 06.2022
Case Worker, Foster Care
The Gateway Centre
06.2014 - 01.2020
Child/Family Advocate
Changes Family Counseling Services
06.2009 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies/Psychology
Barry University
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