Lynn Kober
Coleman,OK
Summary
Motivated Social Service Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need.
Dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interests of clients. Expertise in Juvenile Justice. Respectful and compassionate professional offering a 26-year background serving communities by providing guidance for clients in need.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Services Worker
Department Of Family Services
06.2014 - 03.2023
- Testified under oath as child advocate in family court to assist with child custody decisions.
- Monitor Court ordered compliance to include witnessing Urinalysis testing, supervising visits for children and families and providing support for a positive outcome.
- Maintaining confidential files for all current clients.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Contracted for therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults to support child welfare and prevention services.
- Provided individuals and families with resources to address mental health, substance abuse, physical abuse, and rehabilitation issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Participated in community events to promote healthy living for children and families.
- Aided in establishing a food bank at a local church.
Social Services Worker
Department Of Family Services
06.2001 - 06.2014
- Provided social work services to include appropriate referrals for individual family needs.
- Testified under oath as child advocate in family court to assist with child custody decisions.
- Prepared predisposition reports and quarterly placement reports to the Court and all other appropriate parties.
- Monitored Court order compliance to include witnessing Urinalysis testing, checking on curfews and providing community service opportunities.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Casework Manager 4
Department Of Family Services
06.1998 - 06.2001
- Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations.
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Monitored case progress for all current Court cases, to include referrals for appropriate services, witnessing Urinalysis testing and providing updates to the Court and all other appropriate parties.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and provided appropriate referrals.
- Offered support and direction to families and coordinated with court system and other community agencies for treatment.
- Created treatment or service plan meeting each client's individualized needs.
- Provided crisis intervention and case management services to child, family and legal guardians.
- Performed discharge planning, placement monitoring, and crisis intervention.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
Social Worker I
Department Of Family Services
06.1997 - 06.1998
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Social Worker I
Department Of Family Services
12.1996 - 06.1997
- Successfully completed the three week core training for beginning workers
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Bartender/Cocktail Waitress
American Legion
03.1994 - 11.1996
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties,, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Pre-school Teacher
Creative Child Care
05.1993 - 11.1996
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY05.1996
Certified CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, WY05.1991
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Abuse and Neglect Investigation
- Caseload Management
- Progress Documentation
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- High-Risk Populations Identification
- Motivational Interviewing
- Forensic Interviewing
- Facilitating community relationships with schools, therapists, churches and any other appropriate agencies
- Interest in healthy relationships between office staff and conflict resolution
Certification
Yearly Social Services training to maintain certification for the past 26 yrs, to include Child and Adult Protection and Juvenile Probation.
Timeline
Social Services Worker
Department Of Family Services
06.2014 - 03.2023
Social Services Worker
Department Of Family Services
06.2001 - 06.2014
Casework Manager 4
Department Of Family Services
06.1998 - 06.2001
Social Worker I
Department Of Family Services
06.1997 - 06.1998
Social Worker I
Department Of Family Services
12.1996 - 06.1997
Bartender/Cocktail Waitress
American Legion
03.1994 - 11.1996
Pre-school Teacher
Creative Child Care
05.1993 - 11.1996
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Wyoming
Certified CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Laramie County Community College
Yearly Social Services training to maintain certification for the past 26 yrs, to include Child and Adult Protection and Juvenile Probation.
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