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Lakiya Davis

Rocky Mount,NC

Summary

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
Lakiya Davis