Louise Grip-Bentley
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Accomplished Adoption Specialist with a proven track record at Clark County, enhancing adoption success rates through expert matching and comprehensive training programs. Skilled in documentation accuracy and crisis intervention, I excel in fostering multicultural sensitivity and child welfare knowledge, ensuring seamless transitions and positive outcomes in complex family services scenarios. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Dedicated Social Worker offering [Number] years of counseling and crisis intervention expertise. Offering comprehensive background in social services and [Area of expertise], as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to provide appropriate resources.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Adoption Specialist
Clark County
12.2022 - Current
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new Adoption Specialists, enhancing employee knowledge and effectiveness in their roles.
- Advocated on behalf of clients experiencing barriers within the adoption process, resolving issues efficiently while maintaining client confidentiality.
- Evaluated prospective adoptive parent profiles for compatibility with available children waiting for placement, maximizing chances of successful matches.
- Established strong rapport with adoption agencies, hospitals, and community organizations, resulting in increased referrals and successful adoptions.
- Developed strong relationships with birth parents, ensuring their needs were met and providing ongoing support.
- Collaborated closely with foster care agencies to facilitate seamless transitions for children moving from foster care to adoptive homes.
- Assisted families in navigating interstate adoptions, addressing unique challenges associated with differing state laws and requirements.
- Implemented cultural competency training to educate staff on diverse family structures, resulting in improved services provided to clients.
- Maintained detailed case files to track progress, communicate updates with key stakeholders, and ensure timely completion of all steps in the adoption process.
- Facilitated successful adoptions with thorough background checks and home study evaluations.
Family Services Specialist II
Clark County
09.2017 - 12.2022
- Maintained confidential records and documentation in [Type] database.
- Attended and participated staff meetings and training seminars.
- Increased family stability by providing crisis intervention and connecting them to appropriate community supports.
- Mentored new staff members as they navigated the complexities of family services work; sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance overall team performance.
- Promoted community resources to families, assisting them in accessing necessary services for their specific needs.
- Safeguarded children''s welfare through thorough risk assessments and timely interventions in high-risk cases.
- Established strong partnerships with community organizations; working together to address systemic issues affecting families in the region.
- Offered family crisis intervention to manage conflict and identify peaceful resolutions.
Autism Intervention Specialist
Clark County School District, CCSD
03.2013 - 09.2017
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
- Supported students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic progress aligned with IEP goals.
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Developed data-driven intervention plans based on thorough analysis of assessments and observations.
Education
Master of Science - Behavioral Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY07.2004
HH - Engelsk Og Spansk
Niels Brock
Kobenhavn, Danmark07.1996
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Child Welfare Knowledge
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Danish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Adoption Specialist
Clark County
12.2022 - Current
Family Services Specialist II
Clark County
09.2017 - 12.2022
Autism Intervention Specialist
Clark County School District, CCSD
03.2013 - 09.2017
Master of Science - Behavioral Psychology
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
HH - Engelsk Og Spansk
Niels Brock
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