Latanya Braxton
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Recent BSW graduate with experience in client centered counseling, bio-psycho-social assessments, and trauma informed care models. Self-directed early career clinician interested in collaborating with a team dedicated to providing a holistic approach to care. Hardworking Internship Student currently studying for Master's degree in Social Work. Dedicated to continuous improvement and building career foundation. Offers strong administrative, time management and multitasking skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Intership Student
Jewish Family Community Services
Jacksonville, FL
11.2023 - Current
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Sat in on meetings, took detailed notes and brainstormed with team members on ways to solve problems.
- Worked with teams to support goals and build experience.
- Organized data into spreadsheets and databases for easy access by other departments.
Family Service Counselor
Jewish Family Community Services
Jacksonville, FL
10.2023 - Current
- Managed caseloads of up to 25 families at any given time while providing quality care.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Participated in regular case reviews with supervisors to discuss progress and plan further interventions.
Child Protective Investigator
Department Of Children and Families, State of Florida
Jacksonville, FL
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Presents safety plan and impending danger assessment
- Liaised between the child's home, school, and medical teams to help children living with issues such as abuse and poverty
- Identified each child's service needs by interviewing them, their families, and knowledgeable personnel such as teachers and counselors.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with children, guardians, doctors, nurses and law enforcement to gain insight into individual cases.
Integration Associate
Tech Data Distribution Center
Swedesboro, NJ
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Inspected products and removed defective items from conveyor line
- Loaded materials and products into package processing equipment
- Leveraged variety of computer software to perform daily tasks
- Accessed information using broad spectrum of print, electronic, and other resources.
Internship Student
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley, Inc
Glassboro, NJ
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Created a nurturing, safe, and welcoming environment for new clients to minimize stress and increase treatment efficacy
- Provided culturally competent behavioral health services including case management, intakes, and comprehensive initial risk assessments to diverse client population of families with dependent children
- Co-facilitated psychoeducation and process groups on stress reduction and relationship management to promote soft skills building and facilitate client's employability and success
- Completed case notes and ensured client filed were confidentially maintained according to funding compliance.
Family Support Worker
Acenda Integrated Health
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Interviewed clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing situations, capabilities and problems to determine services required to meet needs
- Counseled individuals, groups, families, or communities about mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, childcare, or medical care
- Referred clients to community resources for services, such as job placement, debt counseling, legal aid, housing, medical treatment, and financial assistance and provided concrete information, such as where to go and how to apply
- Developed and reviewed service plans in consultation with clients and performed follow-ups assessing quantity and quality of services provided.
Teacher's Aide
Delta T. Group
Woodbridge, NJ
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Identified student challenges and discussed corrective actions with lead teacher
- Prepared exams and assessments to support teachers in evaluating individual student needs
- Cultivated inclusive and equitable learning spaces to support student engagement and access
- Prepared classroom for daily lessons and cleaned and organized between classes.
Delivery Driver
Primetime Logistics
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Partnered with operations team to confirm product details prior to loading vehicle
- Managed delivery pickups using handheld device
- Communicated with dispatch to improve route production and identify optimal ways to perform duties
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times.
Home Health Aide
The Arc of Camden County
06.2016 - 11.2018
- Assisted mobility-challenged patients with access to beds, baths and wheelchairs
- Checked and documented patient vitals to decipher changes in progress
- Adhered to quality and service standards to support operational goals
- Monitored prescribed exercise plans and documented progress or challenges.
Direct Care Professional
Elwyn New Jersey
Vineland, NJ
09.2004 - 06.2016
- Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager and supervisor
- Performed healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists
- Participated in case reviews, consulted with team caring for client, to evaluate client's needs and plan for continuing services
- Administered bedside and personal care, such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance.
Education
Master OF Social Work - Social Work
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2024
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
Walden University
05.2016
Associate, SCIENCE- PRE-NURSING OPTION -
Camden County College
05.2016
Skills
- Strong communicating skills
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Excellent writing skills
- Social media and email savvy
- Adult / Child / Infant – CPR / AED / FIRST AID
- Certified Child Welfare License
Timeline
Intership Student
Jewish Family Community Services
11.2023 - Current
Family Service Counselor
Jewish Family Community Services
10.2023 - Current
Child Protective Investigator
Department Of Children and Families, State of Florida
11.2022 - 03.2023
Internship Student
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley, Inc
02.2022 - 08.2022
Integration Associate
Tech Data Distribution Center
09.2021 - 10.2022
Family Support Worker
Acenda Integrated Health
02.2021 - 07.2021
Teacher's Aide
Delta T. Group
01.2020 - 03.2020
Delivery Driver
Primetime Logistics
11.2018 - 01.2020
Home Health Aide
The Arc of Camden County
06.2016 - 11.2018
Direct Care Professional
Elwyn New Jersey
09.2004 - 06.2016
Master OF Social Work - Social Work
Walden University
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
Walden University
Associate, SCIENCE- PRE-NURSING OPTION -
Camden County College
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