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Leanna Kochie

Yakima,WA

Summary

Oriented and compassionate social service professional with 8 years of experience in providing dedicated support and advocacy for individuals and families facing various challenges. Proven ability to assess needs, develop and implement effective intervention plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Adept at navigating complex social systems and connecting clients with appropriate resources to enhance their well-being.

Key Skills:

  • Case Management: Proficient in conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized service plans, and monitoring progress to ensure positive outcomes.
  • Counseling and Support: Skilled in providing empathetic counseling and emotional support to individuals dealing with diverse issues, including but not limited to mental health, substance abuse, and family dynamics.
  • Advocacy: Strong advocate for clients' rights, with a demonstrated ability to navigate and influence social service systems to ensure the best interests of those served.
  • Collaboration: Proven track record of collaborating with community organizations, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to create a holistic support network for clients.
  • Crisis Intervention: Experienced in handling crisis situations and providing immediate assistance to individuals in distress.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CPS Investigator

DCYF
Yakima, WA
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Investigated each child's living environment to determine whether home was safe or presented risks.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with children, guardians, doctors, nurses and law enforcement to gain insight into individual cases.
  • Developed and executed plans to remove children from homes where abuse or neglect had occurred.
  • Documented case information by completing forms promptly and filing with appropriate agencies.
  • Facilitated delivery of services and resources after thoroughly assessing each child's individual needs.
  • Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
  • Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
  • Coordinated psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and progress notes.
  • Wrote timely and accurate case notes to inform follow-up for effective, successful case management.
  • Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
  • Advocated for clients to resolve medical or personal crises.
  • Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
  • Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.

Visitation Supervisor

We Care Transportation Services
Sunnyside, WA
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Worked with hard to serve, chronically homeless, mentally ill, and chemically dependent individuals
  • Scheduled and supervised facilitated visits between children and parents while maintaining the safety of children.
  • Entered client data in centralized database and maintained up-to-date case records for all clients.
  • Communicated with public social and welfare agencies to obtain and provide information.
  • Contacted child protective services regarding identified, at-risk children.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Ability to defuse hostile situations

Visitation Supervisor

Caring Hearts Social Services
Yakima, WA
05.2015 - 01.2019
  • Worked with hard to serve, chronically homeless, mentally ill, and chemically dependent individuals
  • Scheduled and supervised facilitated visits between children and parents while maintaining the safety of children.
  • Entered client data in centralized database and maintained up-to-date case records for all clients.
  • Communicated with public social and welfare agencies to obtain and provide information.
  • Contacted child protective services regarding identified, at-risk children.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Ability to defuse hostile situations

Recovery Support Specialist

Triumph Treatment Services
Yakima , WA
04.2014 - 05.2015
  • Worked with hard to serve, chronically homeless, mentally ill, and chemically dependent individuals.
  • Delivered support to patients dealing with substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues
  • Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
  • Collaborated with team members to monitor treatment progress and improve individual clients' plans.
  • Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
  • Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
  • Intervened in cases that warranted it, including when clients wished to leave facility against medical advice.
  • Communicated with patients regarding continuing care and medications and discussed treatment plans with family members and guardians.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
01-2027

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
01.2022

References

Janet Ellis 

(509) 571-4811

CPS Supervisor 

Veronica Martinez 

(509) 985-3945

CPS Investigator 

Javier Acer

(509) 643-6101

Owner/Supervisor at We Care

Certification

  • Certified Forensics Interviewer.

Timeline

CPS Investigator

DCYF
03.2022 - 07.2023

Visitation Supervisor

We Care Transportation Services
01.2019 - 11.2021

Visitation Supervisor

Caring Hearts Social Services
05.2015 - 01.2019

Recovery Support Specialist

Triumph Treatment Services
04.2014 - 05.2015

Master of Science - Social Work

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Grand Canyon University

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