Kristian Vazquez-Gomez

• Supported placement processes by coordinating candidate screenings and interviews.
• Assisted in maintaining accurate records of candidate placements and feedback.
• Collaborated with team members to enhance onboarding procedures for new hires.
• Researched industry trends to inform placement strategies and improve outcomes.
• Developed training materials to support candidates during the placement process.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss challenges and share best practices.
• Maintained communication with candidates to provide updates on application status.
• Contributed to a positive candidate experience through effective interpersonal skills.
• Evaluated and updated placement policies, ensuring compliance with state regulations and industry standards.

Evaluate the need of treatment services for youth that are in the care of the Department of Family and Protective Services and try to match them with a treatment center that can meet their needs.

• Coordinated placement activities, connecting foster children with suitable placement opportunities.
• Developed relationships with local child placing agencies to enhance placement options for foster children.
• Facilitated meetings, improving foster child readiness for possible placement matches.
• Streamlined placement processes, increasing efficiency in matching children with families.
• Built strong relationships with child placement agencies, leading to improved communication and collaboration between the Department and the community.
• Collaborated with other agencies and other State departments to integrate experiential training in the placement process.

• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify family needs and develop tailored service plans to help reunite separated families.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective delivery of support services to clients being served.
• Facilitated regular case reviews, home visits and child visits to ensure safety and best outcome of children being served.
• Monitored progress of clients' goals, adjusting interventions based on evolving needs and circumstances.
• Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
• Monitored case progress for timely completion and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Established trusting relationships with clients, fostering open communication and rapport building.
• Assessed and evaluated clients' needs, determined eligibility for services, and developed individualized plans.
• Prepared detailed reports for court proceedings that accurately reflected clients'' progress and recommended next steps.
• Maintained up-to-date records on all clients, enabling accurate monitoring of progress and appropriate case planning adjustments.
• Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations.
• Facilitated client access to community resources, promoting self-sufficiency and independence.
• Conducted home visits to assess living environment and provided appropriate referrals.
• Mentored new caseworkers as they transitioned into their roles, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
• Streamlined documentation processes, increasing efficiency in caseload management.
• Enhanced client well-being by developing comprehensive case plans addressing individual needs.
• Advocated for client rights and represented client interests at administrative hearings.
• Provided crisis intervention and case management services to child, family and legal guardians.
• Conducted thorough assessments to determine client eligibility for various programs and services.
• Implemented best practices in case management, enhancing service efficiency and increasing positive outcome for youth served.