Kendall Harvey
Summary
Compassionate Criminal Justice graduate with hands-on experience in child welfare and family services. Skilled in casework, investigations, and connecting families with community resources. Additional experience as a substitute teacher for elementary grades K–5, demonstrating strong communication and organizational abilities to support children and families.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Service Specialist II
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, State of New Jersey
06.2024 - Current
- Perform child welfare casework and support children and families through case-related contacts, assessments, and follow-up.
- Conducted home visits and investigative activities to gather information and understand family circumstances.
- Prepare and maintain accurate case documentation while following applicable confidentiality requirements and agency procedures.
- Connected families with community resources and services to address specific needs.
- Assisted with transportation to ensure families accessed essential appointments and services.
- Attended court proceedings and provided testimony to support case outcomes.
Substitute Teacher, Grades K–5
KIPP, Camden, New Jersey
Camden, New Jersey
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided classroom instruction and supervision for students in kindergarten through fifth grade.
- Maintained safe, structured, and supportive learning environment while effectively following lesson plans and school procedures.
- Adapted to diverse classroom settings and student needs, ensuring continuity of instruction across grade levels.
- Communicated professionally with school staff, demonstrating patience and sound judgment in various situations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Delaware State University
Dover, DE 08.2019 - 12.2020
Skills
- Family Casework
- Child Welfare
- Investigations
- Home Visits
- Case Documentation
- Resource coordination
- Court Attendance and Testimony
- Family Engagement
- Child Development
- Organization and Follow-Up
- Communication
- Confidentiality
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Relevant technical skills, certifications, and professional training may be added if applicable.
Timeline
Family Service Specialist II
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, State of New Jersey
06.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, Grades K–5
KIPP, Camden, New Jersey
01.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Delaware State University
08.2019 - 12.2020