LINDSEY ELROD
Lillington,NC
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and problem-solving and organizational skills. Accept challenges. Completes tasks within deadlines. Reliable, dedicated hardworking, and resourceful. Can contribute as part of a team or as a self-motivated individual. Compassionate professional in social work, adept at enhancing community support systems and empowering families and children through targeted interventions. Known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion, ensuring timely provision of services and resources. Possess specialized skills in case management, crisis intervention, and behavioral counseling. Excel in empathy, communication, and problem-solving, crucial for navigating complex family dynamics and school environments to foster positive outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CPS SW II, I, A&T
Harnett County Department of Social Services
Lillington, USA
09.2022 - Current
- Conduct thorough investigations into reported cases of abuse, neglect, and dependency.
- Assess case details following NC DHHS guidelines
- Conduct in-person meetings with clients at homes and schools.
- Collect case-related evidence.
- Assess relationships within the household.
- Develop safety plans when necessary.
- Connected families with external support services.
- Determine risk factors.
- Identify family needs and strong points.
- Reach out to collateral contacts.
- Provide transportation for clients.
- Manage a caseload of clients.
- Assume custody of children, if needed.
- Provide testimony in court hearings.
- Maintain documentation.
- Ensured timely completion of necessary forms.
- Utilize CPS policies effectively.
- Handle on-call responsibilities during assigned periods.
- Coordinate with law enforcement, educational staff, social workers, and healthcare providers.
Pharmacy Technician
Health Smart Pharmacy
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions, or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with a strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Solved customer problems in person or via telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Conducted thorough checks of in-store items
- Kept the store environment tidy and well-arranged.
Student Worker
Campbell University Digital Media Services
Buies Creek, USA
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Communicated with coworkers to produce streaming services.
- Helped determine sources of problems and find a solution.
- Operated various computer programs effectively
- Focused on creating visual media including photographs, graphics, and videos
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC05-2023
Minor - Sociology
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC05-2023
High School Diploma -
Bunker Hill High School
Claremont, NCSkills
- Understanding of Community Resource Networks
- Focused Listening
- Proactive Issue Identification
- Professional Documentation Skills
- Safety Evaluation Skills
- Effective Task Management
- Client Engagement
- Effective Communication
- Child development knowledge
- Courtroom Testimony
- Abuse and Neglect Investigation
- Client engagement and assistance
- Information Gathering
- Neglect and abandonment reporting
- Law enforcement interaction
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Mental health awareness
Affiliations
- Member of National Association of Social Workers
Certification
- Child Welfare Certification
Timeline
CPS SW II, I, A&T
Harnett County Department of Social Services
09.2022 - Current
Student Worker
Campbell University Digital Media Services
08.2021 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Health Smart Pharmacy
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Child Welfare Certification
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Campbell University
Minor - Sociology
Campbell University
High School Diploma -
Bunker Hill High School
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