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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Certified Forensic Interviewer
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Kimberley Mattioli

Kimberley Mattioli

Social Worker
Castle Rock,CO

Summary

Dedicated School Social Worker offering many years of experience in education environments. Familiar with issues such as learning difficulties, socialization problems and emotional needs. Background working in urban areas of poverty with high population of at-risk students. Grounded Child Protective Investigator adept at identifying dangers and risks with potential for lasting trauma and injury. Adaptable professional working closely with law enforcement and other partners to promote positive outcomes. Supports youth exiting risky environments and finds appropriate resources. Detail-oriented professional documenting all instances and cases of abuse, neglect and abandonment in compliance with agency rules. Remaining calm, polished and nonjudgmental in stressful situations. Respectful Child Protective Investigator handling emergency placements with ease.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Social Worker-Mental Health

Elizabeth High School
Elizabeth, CO
08.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Administered assessments and developed academic goals based on specific disabilities and barriers to learning.
  • Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
  • Supported Child Life Specialist in family group therapy and special activities.
  • Identified student barriers to self-sufficiency and created relevant IEPs.
  • Collaborated with schools, family services and health care providers to determine services and aid with psychosocial assessments.
  • Evaluated, assessed and diagnosed learning and social issues.
  • Monitored students for signs of trauma, abuse and neglect.
  • Complied with federal, state and local standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting and documentation.
  • Provided case management services, counseling, education and life-skills training to diverse, at-risk student population.

Child Protective Services Investigator

Arapahoe County
Aurora, CO
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • 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.
  • Remained objective in handling each case, especially when children and families were in high-stress situations.
  • Devised and implemented safety plans for children suspected as victims of abuse or neglect.
  • Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing case reports.
  • Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
  • Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
  • Participate in Forensic Interviews
  • Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies, courts, and staff attorney
  • Testify in court for the department on behalf of the efforts made prior to removals.

Child Protection Specialist

New Hanover County DHS
Wilmington , NC
04.2020 - 10.2021
  • Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
  • Maintained case records and legal documentation.
  • Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
  • Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
  • Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Work with local schools, law enforcement, courts, medical facilities to gain relevant information for the case.
  • Work with foster families surrounding child placements.
  • Involved with forensic interviewing process.

Senior Child Protective Investigator

Department Of Families, Youth, And Children
Friday Harbor, WA
09.2017 - 04.2020
  • 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.
  • Devised and implemented safety plans for children suspected as victims of abuse or neglect.
  • Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing case reports.
  • Remained objective in handling each case, especially when children and families were in high-stress situations.
  • Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
  • Conduct Forensic Interviews

Veteran Service Officer

Colorado Department Of Military And Veteran Affair
Lakewood, CO
04.2008 - 08.2017
  • Maintained accurate records and full compliance with government regulations and agency guidelines.
  • Initiated contact with appropriate service providers to request referrals and followed up to confirm appointments.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
  • Generated, posted and attached information to claim files.
  • Communicated effectively with staff members of operations, finance and clinical departments.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of basic medical terminology to better understand services and procedures.
  • Analyzed claims to determine percentage of disability, permanent and total disability and entitlement to compensation.
  • Reviewed and requested medical records, military personnel records and service verification records to determine eligibility status.
  • Prepared written appeals for claimants not satisfied with rating board decisions and presented arguments before hearing officers and federal government boards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice/Psychology

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
08.2003 - 05.2005

Master of Arts - Criminal Justice/Psychology

Boston University
Boston, MA
08.2006 - 05.2009

Master of Science - Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
09.2022 - Current

Skills

    Counseling services

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Certification

Licensed Forensic Interviewer

Certified Forensic Interviewer

I have received training as a Forensic Interviewer while working for the Department of Children, Youth, and Families while serving as a CPS Investigator. I received the training at the Washington State Law Enforcement Training Center-Seattle, WA

Timeline

Master of Science - Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Capella University
09.2022 - Current

School Social Worker-Mental Health

Elizabeth High School
08.2022 - Current

Child Protective Services Investigator

Arapahoe County
10.2021 - 08.2022

Child Protection Specialist

New Hanover County DHS
04.2020 - 10.2021

Licensed Forensic Interviewer

09-2019

Senior Child Protective Investigator

Department Of Families, Youth, And Children
09.2017 - 04.2020

Veteran Service Officer

Colorado Department Of Military And Veteran Affair
04.2008 - 08.2017

Master of Arts - Criminal Justice/Psychology

Boston University
08.2006 - 05.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice/Psychology

Upper Iowa University
08.2003 - 05.2005

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