Liz Blake
Winston Salem,North Carolina
Summary
Motivated and organized Social Worker with a passion for the well-being of children. Organized and driven to make a positive impact on every client in need.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker I/A/T
Davidson County Department Of Social Services
11.2021 - Current
- Investigate reports of alleged abuse, neglect, and/or dependency.
- Assess the safety of the home and provide resources to ensure the well being of children in the home.
- Completing family-centered safety planning.
- Completing accurate documentation in a timely manner.
- Conducting home visits and interviews with family members and collateral contacts.
- Petition the court for custody of the children in the home and arrange for placement of children outside of the home when necessary.
- Prepare court reports and provide testimony in court hearings.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and provide resources for families.
Server
Harrisburg Family House
01.2016 - 11.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Intern
The Dragonfly House Child Advocacy Center
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Enhanced community awareness of available resources by organizing outreach events and presentations on victim advocacy programs.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted with scheduling and observed forensic interviews.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05.2020
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Intervention Planning
- Safety Planning
- Client Needs Assessment
- Family Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Forensic Interviewing
- Deescalation
Training
- National Children's Advocacy Center, Forensic Interviewing of Children Training (2018)
- Legal Aspects in Forensic Interviewing of Children (2018)
- NC Department of HEalth and Human Services, Safety Assessments/ Agreements and In- Home Safety Planning (December 2021)
- Child Welfare in North Carolina: Pre-Service (January 2022)
- Legal Aspects of Child Welfare in North Carolina (January 2022)
- Methamphetamine: What a Social Worker Needs to Know (January 2022)
- Child Development and the Effects of Trauma (March 2022)
- CPS Assessments in Child Welfare Services (May 2022)
- Medical Aspects of Child Abuse and Neglect for Non-Medical Professionals (December 2022)
- 2021-2022 Child Welfare Policy & Practice Update (December 2022)
- Project FORCAST (August 2023)
- Trauma Screening 101 (January 2024)
- Advanced Practice Skills with Child Welfare Involved Families (January 2024)
Timeline
Social Worker I/A/T
Davidson County Department Of Social Services
11.2021 - Current
Intern
The Dragonfly House Child Advocacy Center
05.2017 - 10.2017
Server
Harrisburg Family House
01.2016 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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