Kelly McKinney
Winterset,Iowa
Summary
Conscientious individual with the ability to multitask and work with families to build relationships that support ongoing goals to become a family. A respectful Family Advocate offering case management and crisis intervention skills. As a case worker in Social Services I would be focused on developing family relationships, and communicating the changes the child and the guardians or foster parents may be going through. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Children and Families of Iowa
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained effective schedule balance between client’s schedule and my work schedule
- Maintain a clean driving record
- Observed parental capabilities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing resources if needed
- Attending court hearings and collaborating with HHS and other professionals
- Developing action plans and meet goals to ensure the safety of the children
- Detailed documentation and required dates for reports to be turned in.
In Home Daycare Provider
Self Employed
08.1996 - 08.2023
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modelling and collaboration with parents
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Office Manager
Parenting Way Inc
08.2016 - 05.2019
- For my Bachelor’s degree internship I volunteered at Parenting Way Inc., which then turned into a paid position once I received my Bachelors degree
- Then funds ran out so I continue to volunteer at this agency whenever I can
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel
- Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
Nanny
08.1994 - 08.1996
- I was a nanny for two different families during this time and my duties included cleaning the house, take care of the children, keep them on a schedule, take them on outings, interact and play with them, cook meals and do anything the parents of the children asked me to do.
Childcare Provider
Little Britches Daycare
05.1990 - 08.1994
- I worked at this daycare in the summers and before and after school until May 1993, and then I began working full-time until Aug.1994
- I was working with the school age kids at first and my duties included taking them to the park, doing activities with them, giving them meals and snacks, and keeping them entertained while school was closed
- After High School I worked in the nursery area where the duties included changing diapers, keeping a set schedule for the infants, feeding, and interacting with each child.
Education
Master of Science - Human Services
Purdue University
Des Moines, IA01.2018
Bachelors of Sciences - Human Services, Family and Child Services
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2016
Associates of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2014
Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Friendly nature
- Child development
- Behavior modification
- Problem resolution
- Reporting and documentation
- Organization and planning
- Relationship development
- Individualized Service Planning
- Professional boundaries
- Self-awareness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Child Development
- Behavioral assessment
- Family Dynamics
- Behavioral support
- Child abuse and neglect dynamics
- Community Resources
- Client Advocacy
- Role Modeling
- Care plan intervention
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Incident Management
- Client Education
- Case Management
- Interagency collaboration
- Family case plans
- Parenting skills
- Assessments
- Family planning counselor
- Eligibility assessments
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Client documentation
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
Children and Families of Iowa
08.2023 - Current
Office Manager
Parenting Way Inc
08.2016 - 05.2019
In Home Daycare Provider
Self Employed
08.1996 - 08.2023
Nanny
08.1994 - 08.1996
Childcare Provider
Little Britches Daycare
05.1990 - 08.1994
Master of Science - Human Services
Purdue University
Bachelors of Sciences - Human Services, Family and Child Services
University of Phoenix
Associates of Arts - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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