Kimberly Scruggs
Supply,NC
Summary
Good-nature Adoption Social Worker dedicated to finding healthy adoptive homes for children. Committed to meeting individual needs of children and foster parents for support, education and legal assistance. Helpful and accommodating professional possessing strong sense of compassion and patience.
Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Expertise in Child Welfare (Foster Care and Adoptions). Respectful and compassionate professional offering almost 32 years of serving community by providing guidance for clients in need.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Adoption Social Worker
Randolph County Department Of Social Service
09.2001 - 03.2023
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
Foster Care Social Worker
Randolph County DSS
08.1995 - 09.2001
- Conducted home, school and community visits to assigned clients to assess client's level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals.
- Assisted families in developing problem-solving and coping skills by providing counseling and referring to appropriate community agencies.
- Provided transportation for children and parents to and from visits and court.
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Jobs Social Worker
Randolph County DSS
07.1992 - 08.1995
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
Eligibility Specialist
Randolph County DSS
07.1991 - 07.1992
- Resolved discrepancies with client applications to verify eligibility.
- Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds on application process.
- Processed and certified documents for accuracy and compliance with government regulations.
- Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance.
Education
Bachelor Of Science And/with Education Degree - Elementary Education K-6
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC12.1988
Skills
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Social Perceptiveness
- Interviewing Individuals
- Child Welfare and Protective Services
- Case Management
- Active Listening
- Family Maintenance
- Data Collection
- Family Reunification
- Social Work
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Information Documentation
- Mandatory Reporting Procedures
- Community Referrals
- Attention to Detail
- Court Hearings
- Home Evaluations
- Agency Collaboration
- Home Visits
- Independent Judgment
- Information Verification
- Referrals and Networking
- Youth Engagement
- Child Development
- Family Needs Assessments
- Therapist Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Competency
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Quote
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Timeline
Adoption Social Worker
Randolph County Department Of Social Service
09.2001 - 03.2023
Foster Care Social Worker
Randolph County DSS
08.1995 - 09.2001
Jobs Social Worker
Randolph County DSS
07.1992 - 08.1995
Eligibility Specialist
Randolph County DSS
07.1991 - 07.1992
Bachelor Of Science And/with Education Degree - Elementary Education K-6
Appalachian State University
Similar Profiles
Haylie PalmieriHaylie Palmieri
IMC II Caseworker at Randolph County Department of Social ServicesIMC II Caseworker at Randolph County Department of Social Services
Cecilia ValdesCecilia Valdes
Income Maintenance Supervisor II at Randolph County Department of Social ServicesIncome Maintenance Supervisor II at Randolph County Department of Social Services
Irene DorslaIrene Dorsla
Senior Human Services Specialist at Prince William County Department of Social ServiceSenior Human Services Specialist at Prince William County Department of Social Service
Samantha HarrisSamantha Harris
Assistant Teacher at For Kids OnlyAssistant Teacher at For Kids Only
SEAN R TESSEINSEAN R TESSEIN
Bartender at Heritage GolfBartender at Heritage Golf