Leslie Anez
Department of Children and Families
Ft. Pierce
1
Language
12
years of professional experience
Compassionate Social Worker with a Master’s degree and expertise in child welfare, crisis intervention, and mental health support. Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and managed complex caseloads while facilitating therapeutic interventions. Advocated for vulnerable populations through evidence-based practices and collaborative partnerships.
Work History
Family Finder Specialist
2 Years 7 Months- Performed research and outreach to identify and locate potential family members or relatives of children in foster care, facilitating connections with biological family whenever feasible.
- Conducted interviews and observations with children, families, and other sources to gather comprehensive information for family-finding efforts.
- Provided families with referrals and services to community resources and a variety of agencies to help prevent future cases.
- Performed home study assessments, delivering placement recommendations to primary workers to facilitate optimal family reunification.
- Participated in multidisciplinary family-finding meetings.
- Collaborated with Judiciary and CLS/State Attorney’s Office to advocate for and support timely placement changes.
Social Work Intern
8 Months- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on coping skills, emotional regulation, and recovery-oriented goals.
- Provided individual therapy using CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Conducted assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate support services for veterans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated referrals to community resources, ensuring seamless access to additional support.
- Assessed veterans for service needs including mental health, medical care coordination, housing, and supportive programs.
- Entered accurate clinical documentation in the EHR.
Social Worker Intern
6 Months- Conducted initial assessments of patients to identify mental health needs and risks, informing tailored treatment plans.
Child Protective Investigator
6 Years 2 Months- Conducted investigations of abuse, neglect, and abandonment for children.
- Collected information through observation and interviews with children, families, and other sources.
- Provided families with referrals and services to community resources and a variety of agencies to help prevent future cases.
- Assessed danger threats, child vulnerabilities, and caregiver protective capacities in order to determine whether the child is safe.
- Took part in staffings with different agencies, legal staff, etc. to provide the best care and resources to families.
- Worked closely with different agencies including domestic violence advocates, mental health agencies, behavioral health consultants, child protection team, law enforcement etc. to meet family's needs.
- Identified and pursued appropriate placement options for children after removals. for children after removals and completed home studies on individual identified as possible placement options.
- Coordinated emergency placements for children unable to remain safely in their homes. for children that are unable to safely remain in the home and conducted initial and ongoing child danger assessments.
Provider Liaison
2 Months- Served as a liaison to recruit and educate clients and providers of the state pilot project, introducing the InterRAI ID Assessment.
- Conducted periodic on-site visits and presentations to group homes and day habilitation centers within the assigned 18 counties.
- Administered assessments on targeted population including clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
1 Year 8 Months- Facilitated daily groups to assist clients in developing skills, access resources needed to increase their capacity to be successful and satisfied in living and working environment by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoeducation, and Motivational Interviewing.
- Conducted Psychosocial Rehabilitation assessments, safety plans, crisis intervention, and treatment plans.
- Assisted individuals in developing and practicing the skills defined in their psychosocial rehabilitation plan.
- Linked individuals to community resources and peer supports to promote community integration and actively engaged individuals in services including outreach visits at the client's home, crisis center, or outpatient facility.
Intake Specialist
5 Months- Received inquiries and requests for all new outpatient psychiatric and psychotherapy services, as well as arranged appointments with appropriate direct service provider for five different locations.
- Obtained general financial insurance information and verified insurance benefits and obtained authorizations for mental health services from insurance company.
- Ensured all required information on the Client Registration Form was complete and accurate in accordance with the companies standards.
Human Service Intern
2 Months- Assisted in administering bio-psychosocial assessments, maintaining case files, records, and other required documentation.
- Facilitated psych-educational groups that primarily focused on understanding addiction and anger management, and the negative behaviors and consequences.
Education
Masters - Social Work
Bachelor of Science - Human Service
Skills
Crisis management
Crisis Intervention
Psychosocial Assessment
Risk Assessment
Case Management
Child Welfare Advocacy
Advocacy
Data Management
Communication Tools
Languages
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center
08.2025 - 04.2026Read More
Social Worker Intern
Coral Shores Behavioral Health
05.2024 - 11.2024Read More
Family Finder Specialist
Department of Children and Families
12.2023 - CurrentRead More
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families
10.2017 - 12.2023Read More
Provider Liaison
Kepro
06.2017 - 08.2017Read More
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
New Horizons of the Treasure Coast
08.2015 - 04.2017Read More
Intake Specialist
New Horizons of the Treasure Coast
10.2014 - 03.2015Read More
Human Service Intern
Children’s Home Society of Florida
08.2014 - 10.2014Read More
Indian River State College
Bachelor of Science from Human Service
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Florida State University (FSU)
Masters from Social Work
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