Megan McCabe
Ridgway,Colorado
Summary
To obtain a social work position in a supportive environment that allows me to utilize my skills and experience to help others. Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Protection Caseworker III/Lead Caseworker
Montrose Human Services
08.2024 - Current
- Provided casework services to clients, including conducting initial assessments and developing individualized case plans.
- Conducted home visits to assess client needs, evaluate progress toward goals, and document service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed relationships with local agencies to ensure access to necessary services for clients.
School Social Worker/SWAP Coordinator
Ridgway School District
02.2023 - 07.2024
- School to work alliance program working with students with mild to moderate disabilities navigate the work force.
- Provide direct employment related services year-round.
- Assist to create a pathway that enhances independence and personal satisfaction.
- Provide one year post employment.
Adult Protection Case Worker II/Lead Caseworker
Montrose County Health and Human Services
07.2020 - 02.2023
- Ensuring the social, physical, psychological and emotional wellbeing of clients.
- Protect at risk adults from situations of abuse, neglect and other forms of maltreatment.
- Complete extensive documentation, maintain case files and perform other types of administrative tasks.
- Monitor cases with monthly face-to-face visits with families.
- Attend court hearings with reports to courts of progress.
Child Welfare and Adult Protection Case Worker I
Ouray County Social Services
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Ensuring the social, physical, psychological and emotional wellbeing of clients.
- Protect at risk adults from situations of abuse, neglect and other forms of maltreatment.
- Complete extensive documentation, maintain case files and perform other types of administrative tasks.
- Monitor cases with monthly face to face visits with families.
- Attend court hearings with reports to courts of progress.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ridgway School District
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Advised the instructor regarding student behavior or issues that required immediate addressing.
- Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and coordinate meetings.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Provided support to the students through specialized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with the teacher to develop effective, individualized learning strategies.
- Escorted students to the restroom, to the cafeteria, outside and on field trips.
Education
Masters in Social Work - Social Work
Brescia University
Owensboro, Kentucky12.2023
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Brescia University
Owensboro, Kentucky12.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, California06.1999
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Recordkeeping
- Dedicated support
- Home visits
- Interviewing
- Client advocacy
- Evaluation and assessment
- Experience with aging adults
- Life Skills Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Family Collaboration
- Case Management
- Mental Health Awareness
Certification
- Caseworker Initial Certification (Earned in State FY 19-20)
- Foster Care Education Convening 19-20
- Fundamentals Practice Simulation 19-20
- Working towards Closure 19-20
- Safety through Engagement 19-20
- Hotline and RED Team: Where Assessment with Families Begins
Timeline
Adult Protection Caseworker III/Lead Caseworker
Montrose Human Services
08.2024 - Current
School Social Worker/SWAP Coordinator
Ridgway School District
02.2023 - 07.2024
Adult Protection Case Worker II/Lead Caseworker
Montrose County Health and Human Services
07.2020 - 02.2023
Child Welfare and Adult Protection Case Worker I
Ouray County Social Services
07.2019 - 09.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ridgway School District
09.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Brescia University
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management
Santa Barbara City College
Masters in Social Work - Social Work
Brescia University