Kimberely Reid
Murrieta,CA
Summary
I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position in program development and human resources. My experience as a Social Worker and a Deputy Probation Officer has equipped me with the skills to work with diverse populations of various genders, race, culture, socio-economic levels, education and religion.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Services Practioner III
Riverside County Department Of Social Services
San Jacinto , CA
2018.06 - 2019.04
- Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case.
- Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
- Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
- Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing case reports.
- Devised and implemented safety plans for children suspected as victims of abuse or neglect.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Remained objective in handling each case, especially when children and families were in high-stress situations.
- Documented data electronically and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet the needs of the family.
Group Home Counselor
Casa De Amparo
San Marcos , CA
2016.02 - 2017.06
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal and social skills.
- Engaged crisis intervention techniques to deescalate aggressive and hostile behavior of residents.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Counseled pregnant teens on the challenges of being a teenage mother and the resources available.
- Referred youth to experienced counselors on gender identification.
- Prepared and maintained records and case files detailing clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided and relevant correspondence.
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Assisted youth with independent living skills.
Emergency Response Investigator
San Diego Department Of Health And Human Services
Escondido , California
2015.02 - 2016.04
- Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Assessed clients for abuse and neglect to compile documentation for court reports.
- Developed Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plan to identify cause of problem behavior, formulate strategies to address behavior and teach new behavioral skills.
- Testified under oath as child advocate in family court to assist with child custody decisions.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification and reduce the rate of recidivism for abuse or neglect.
Deputy Probation Officer II
Riverside County Probation
Hemet , CA
2000.04 - 2006.04
- Built relationships with defendants and offenders, assessing living conditions and case background information.
- Transported and monitored offenders on probation for compliance with court protocols.
- Compiled information from law enforcement and conducted interviews with youth offenders.
- Created and maintained probation hearing information to keep leadership up-to-date on offender status.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Referred felony and misdemeanor offenders to necessary community resources.
- Observed residents for compliance and behavior issues.
- Interpreted legal concepts and issues to complete and close out cases.
- Collaborated with senior leadership during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning.
- Screened offender referrals and completed intake interviews and paperwork.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Helped resolve probationer issues with housing, employment and healthcare.
- Coordinated community and job placement resources.
- Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home and employment visits.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Verified social and legal history information of individual probationers.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies, and procedures.
- Gathered information from people in community, family members and agencies about conduct of probationers.
- Observed random drug and alcohol screenings.
Court Intervention Worker
San Diego Department Of Health And Human Services
Escondido , CA
1999.10 - 2000.04
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Delivered individualized counseling services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
- Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
- Interviewed clients, reviewed records and conducted assessments to evaluate mental or physical condition of clients or patients.
- Collaborated with counselors, physicians and nurses to plan or coordinate treatment, drawing on social work experience and patient needs.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Wrote court reports with recommendations for the family and in the best interest of the child(ren).
Lead Social Worker
Los Angeles County Department Of Children And Family Service
Lakewood , CA
1997.03 - 1999.03
- Maintained record of daily individual activities, behaviors and pertinent incidents for patient analysis and assessment.
- Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Testified under oath as child advocate in family court to assist with child custody decisions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of school psychologists, teachers and administrators to create and implement Individualized Education Plans.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention to emotionally disturbed children and adolescents.
- Trained (8) new social workers on monitioring youth in placement and how to write an accurate and concise court reporr.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln University
Lincoln University, PAMaster of Public Administration - Government And Policy
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2021
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Report Preparation
- Client and Family Interviews
- Client Assistance Referrals
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Case File Management
- Data Confidentiality
- Client Screening
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Social Services Practioner III
Riverside County Department Of Social Services
2018.06 - 2019.04
Group Home Counselor
Casa De Amparo
2016.02 - 2017.06
Emergency Response Investigator
San Diego Department Of Health And Human Services
2015.02 - 2016.04
Deputy Probation Officer II
Riverside County Probation
2000.04 - 2006.04
Court Intervention Worker
San Diego Department Of Health And Human Services
1999.10 - 2000.04
Lead Social Worker
Los Angeles County Department Of Children And Family Service
1997.03 - 1999.03
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln University
Master of Public Administration - Government And Policy
Grand Canyon University