Melanie Tozer
Oak Harbor
Summary
Compassionate social worker with several years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Voluntary social worker
Department of Children and Family Services
Oak Harbor
11.2006 - 11.2008
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs and develop service plans.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss progress and address concerns.
- Coordinated with community resources to provide support services for clients.
Supervised visitations
Department of Children and Family Services
Oak Harbor
06.2006 - 11.2008
Monitored visitation between parents and children .
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently writing and recording interaction between parents and children with appropriate child safety in mind .
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers and clients to accomplish goals and address issues regarding appropriate parenting with their children
Placement Coordinator
Department of Children and Family Services
Oak Harbor
06.2006 - 11.2008
- Coordinated placement processes for children in foster care and group homes.
- Collaborated with social workers to assess children's needs and preferences.
- Facilitated communication between families and service providers for smooth transitions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WASkills
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
- Policy writing
- Child welfare assessment
Timeline
Voluntary social worker
Department of Children and Family Services
11.2006 - 11.2008
Supervised visitations
Department of Children and Family Services
06.2006 - 11.2008
Placement Coordinator
Department of Children and Family Services
06.2006 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Western Washington University