Megan Masters
Savannah,United States
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated human services professional with experience in social casework, child and family services, and substance abuse counseling. Skilled in child safety assessments, case management, crisis intervention, service planning, and connecting individuals and families with community resources. Experienced in supporting vulnerable populations, advocating for client needs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes. Committed to providing trauma-informed, client-centered services while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with agency standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ongoing Social Caseworker
Denver Department of Human Services
Denver, CO
07.2023 - 05.2026
- Provided case management services for children and families involved in the child welfare system, conducting ongoing assessments to ensure child safety, permanency, and well-being.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans, coordinating services and resources to support family reunification, guardianship, adoption, and other permanent living arrangements.
- Conducted comprehensive family assessments, home visits, and case reviews to evaluate risk vs. safety, family functioning, and progress toward permanency goals.
- Provided crisis intervention, advocacy, and referrals to community-based services while collaborating with families, foster parents, healthcare providers, schools, legal professionals, and community partners to support positive outcomes.
- Prepared detailed case documentation, treatment plans, court reports, and progress summaries in compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations.
- Presented case findings and provided testimony during court hearings, offering recommendations regarding permanency plans, placement decisions, and court-ordered services.
- Managed ICWA related cases by partnering with Tribal representatives, facilitating enrollment of eligible children in federally recognized Tribes, ensuring compliance with ICWA requirements, and promoting access to culturally appropriate services and resources.
Substance Abuse Counselor
East Indiana Comprehensive Treatment Center
Greendale, IN
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions for clients enrolled in the program.
- Evaluated client progress through routine assessments, identifying barriers and modifying interventions to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Formulated personalized treatment, relapse prevention, and aftercare plans to address clients' unique needs and goals.
- Delivered targeted counseling and educational support to pregnant clients to enhance adherence to substance use recovery and promote maternal-fetal health.
- Maintained comprehensive records of client progress to uphold adherence to 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2020
Skills
- Case management
- Child welfare expertise
- Client engagement
- Trauma-informed care
- Clinical documentation
- Records management
- Medication-assisted treatment
- Time management
Timeline
Ongoing Social Caseworker
Denver Department of Human Services
07.2023 - 05.2026
Substance Abuse Counselor
East Indiana Comprehensive Treatment Center
04.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University, Bloomington