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Kimberly McTear

Romeoville,IL

Summary

Thorough Child Protective Specialist committed to keeping children safe and properly cared for by completing investigations and working hard to strengthen family units. Excellent communication skills with an organized and systematic approach. Ready to bring [Number]+ years of experience to a dynamic new role.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child Protection Specialist

Department Of Children & Family Services
12.2022 - Current
  • Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
  • Maintained case records and legal documentation.
  • Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
  • Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.

Customer Service Representative

Social Security Administration
06.2014 - 12.2022

I worked in the Filed Office assisting individuals in establishing entitlement to benefits by interviewing and investigating. I helped solve benefit issues including missing checks, changing direct deposits, medicare billing and processing medicare applications. Processed Social Security Cards, death benefits, repayment of over payment plans.

Independent Living Option Coordinator/Case Manager

Lakeside Community Committee
11.2011 - 05.2014


  • Referred clients to appropriate community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Completed assessments of assigned clients.
  • Developed and monitored service plans for each case and review progress.
  • Reported clients progress in court proceedings through written reports and accurate verbal testimony.
  • Maintained monthly contact with with clients via home visits.
  • Taught Life Skill classes monthly.

Caseworker

Lawrence Hall Youth Services
11.2004 - 10.2005
  • Managed a caseload under supervision.
  • Provided direct, individual and family services with emphasis on meeting the psycho-social needs of clients.
  • Completed comprehensive assessments of assigned clients.
  • Developed and monitored service plans for each case.
  • Assessed and monitored safety of clients in current living arrangement.
  • Maintained contact through monthly home visits.
  • Assessed permanency options.
  • Reported clients progress in court proceedings through written reports and accurate verbal testimony.


Education

Master of Health Science - Addiction Studies

Governors State University
University Park
12.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
08.2004

Skills

  • Proficient in MS Word
  • MS Excel
  • MS Outlook & Power Point
  • Effective Public Speaker
  • Problem Solver both Analytically and Logically
  • Documentation skills
  • Excellent Planning & Organization Skills
  • Superior Interpersonal & Teamwork Skills

Certification

  • Department of Children & Family Services Department of Children & Family Services (December2004) CERAP Certified & Child Welfare License, Georgia Child Welfare License.

Timeline

Child Protection Specialist

Department Of Children & Family Services
12.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Social Security Administration
06.2014 - 12.2022

Independent Living Option Coordinator/Case Manager

Lakeside Community Committee
11.2011 - 05.2014

Caseworker

Lawrence Hall Youth Services
11.2004 - 10.2005

Master of Health Science - Addiction Studies

Governors State University

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Chicago State University
Kimberly McTear