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Leonardo Young

Stroud

Summary

Dynamic Child Welfare Specialist III with a proven track record at the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, adept at strategic problem resolution and trauma-informed care. Enhanced family outcomes through effective team collaboration and developed treatment plans that significantly improved children's placements and well-being. Committed to fostering positive environments and impactful interventions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child Welfare Specialist III

Oklahoma Department of Human Services
04.2016 - 12.2024

Helped children and families in need find services and permanent plans. Responsibilities were as follows: Evaluate the strength and needs of the family, help families develop and implement treatment plans, prepare case and other documentation, testify in court cases, refer families and children to community services, transport children to appointments, visit children in foster care homes, provide placements for children that meet their needs, and arrange permanent plans when returning the children to the home if possible.

Corporate Trainer

Service King Manufacturing
09.2014 - 12.2015
  • Conducted evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.
  • Enhanced corporate culture by conducting team-building activities and workshops.
  • Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
  • Developed training programs to meet company objectives.

Warehouse Manager

Western Marketing Inc.
09.2010 - 09.2014
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
  • Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.

Juvenile Counselor

Sac and Fox Nation Juvenile Detention Center
02.2004 - 12.2009
  • Promoted a safe and positive environment within the facility by enforcing rules, addressing conflicts, and de-escalating tense situations as needed.
  • Assisted in the rehabilitation of juvenile offenders by facilitating group therapy sessions and teaching life skills.
  • Improved students'' behavior by implementing effective counseling techniques and intervention strategies.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and programs to improve overall facility operations and effectiveness.
  • Maintained detailed case files, documenting interventions, progress reports, and relevant correspondence with stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Technology (Electronics/Mathematics)

Langston University
Langston, OK

Skills

  • Trauma Awareness in Care
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Strategic Problem Resolution

Certification

Licensed Professional Life Coach

Timeline

Child Welfare Specialist III

Oklahoma Department of Human Services
04.2016 - 12.2024

Corporate Trainer

Service King Manufacturing
09.2014 - 12.2015

Warehouse Manager

Western Marketing Inc.
09.2010 - 09.2014

Juvenile Counselor

Sac and Fox Nation Juvenile Detention Center
02.2004 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Technology (Electronics/Mathematics)

Langston University
Leonardo Young