Lakeita Dimes
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Dynamic social worker with a proven track record at McGregor Pace, excelling in crisis intervention and client advocacy. Expert in case management, I developed personalized care plans and streamlined resource allocation, enhancing service delivery. A compassionate team player, I effectively collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes for clients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
McGregor Pace
14800 Private Drive East Cleveland, Ohio 44112
08.2020 - Current
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client situations, strengths, and areas for improvement.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support during critical situations.
Child Protection Worker
Lorain County Children Services
Elyria, OH
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Assessed child safety and well-being through comprehensive home visits and interviews.
- Developed individualized service plans to address specific needs of children and families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective case management and resource allocation.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during emergency situations involving at-risk children.
Resource Specialist
Catholic Charities
Cleveland, OH
11.2007 - 12.2017
- Coordinated resource allocation to enhance program effectiveness and client service delivery.
- Developed materials to improve access to community information.
- Implemented process improvements, streamlining operations for increased efficiency in service provision.
- Collaborated with Community agencies to provide services to clients
- Participated in Community Events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OHMaster of Social Work - Children Youth and Family Services
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH06.2013
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention
- Social services
- Crisis management
- Team Player
LSW
I am a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Ohio.
Timeline
Social Worker
McGregor Pace
08.2020 - Current
Child Protection Worker
Lorain County Children Services
01.2018 - 08.2020
Resource Specialist
Catholic Charities
11.2007 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Cleveland State University
Master of Social Work - Children Youth and Family Services
Case Western Reserve University