Invested Social Worker with over 15 +years of experience in working with children and families in safety and crisis resolution, treatment planning, community collaboration and linkage/support. Proven communication and organization skills. Seeking a social worker position where acquired skills and advanced experience can be utilized.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanency Planning Social Worker
Wilson County Department Of Social Services
06.2009 - Current
Provided crisis intervention services for families experiencing acute mental health or substance abuse issues.
Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics and safety, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
Assisted families in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments for children.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for children and families.
Monitored children and families' progress and adapted family service plans to meet changing needs.
Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance social worker skills.
Employment Specialist
Beaufort County NCWorks Center
02.2009 - 05.2009
Provided regular updates on clients'' progress to internal team members, ensuring a cohesive approach to service delivery and timely intervention when necessary.
Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
Developed customized employment plans for clients, resulting in successful job placements and long-term career growth.
Tracked client progress through detailed case notes and regular follow-ups, ensuring efficient service delivery.
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Princeville Montessori Elementary School
09.2005 - 12.2006
Supported teacher evaluations by gathering data on student progress through formative assessments.
Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
Assisted teachers with supervision and care of the students
Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and assessment results for data-driven instruction adjustments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
05.2005
Skills
Child Development
Safety Planning/Crisis Intervention
Family Case Management
Treatment Planning
Family Advocacy
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Records Management
Communication/Organizational
Timeline
Permanency Planning Social Worker
Wilson County Department Of Social Services
06.2009 - Current
Employment Specialist
Beaufort County NCWorks Center
02.2009 - 05.2009
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Princeville Montessori Elementary School
09.2005 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services
East Carolina University
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