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
06.2018 - 04.2019
- 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
02.2016 - 06.2017
- 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
02.2015 - 04.2016
- 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
04.2000 - 04.2006
- 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
10.1999 - 04.2000
- 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
03.1997 - 03.1999
- 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
06.2018 - 04.2019
Group Home Counselor
Casa De Amparo
02.2016 - 06.2017
Emergency Response Investigator
San Diego Department Of Health And Human Services
02.2015 - 04.2016
Deputy Probation Officer II
Riverside County Probation
04.2000 - 04.2006
Court Intervention Worker
San Diego Department Of Health And Human Services
10.1999 - 04.2000
Lead Social Worker
Los Angeles County Department Of Children And Family Service
03.1997 - 03.1999
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln University
Master of Public Administration - Government And Policy
Grand Canyon University
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