Nadia Nelson
Flossmoor,Illinois
Summary
Licensed Social Worker with extensive experience in trauma-informed care and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in crisis intervention, psychosocial evaluations, and treatment planning for children and families. Dedicated to promoting behavioral health outcomes and ensuring compliance within child welfare systems through effective case management and advocacy.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Welfare Specialist III (LCFS)
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Oak Brook, Illinois
2017 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive child abuse and neglect investigations and complete safety assessments to determine risk to children and families.
- Perform detailed psychosocial evaluations and develop individualized service plans to address family functioning, mental health needs, and child safety concerns.
- Coordinate services with community providers, schools, healthcare professionals, and legal representatives to support family reunification or permanency planning.
- Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling for children and caregivers experiencing trauma, domestic violence, or substance abuse.
- Prepare court reports and documentation supporting child welfare decisions and participate in court proceedings as required.
- Maintain compliance with federal child welfare standards, agency policies, and case documentation requirements.
- Monitor family progress, assess service effectiveness, and modify service plans to ensure child safety and well-being.
- Home visits/ Drug testing
Individual Therapist
Lutheran Child Family Services
Oak Brook, Illinois
- Provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, and behavioral challenges.
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
- Utilize therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and solution-focused therapy.
- Maintain clinical documentation consistent with HIPAA regulations and agency standards.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, case managers, and community providers to coordinate integrated behavioral health services.
- Monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions to improve client outcomes.
Behavioral Health Technician
Streamwood Behavioral Health Care System Facility
Streamwood, Illinois
- Assisted clinical staff in implementing treatment plans for individuals receiving behavioral health services.
- Provided therapeutic support and monitored client safety in a structured treatment environment.
- Documented behavioral observations and reported progress to the treatment team.
- Responded to crisis situations and assisted with de-escalation strategies.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Walden University
Bachelor’s Degree - Sociology
Tougaloo College
Skills
- Advanced Case Management
- Psychosocial & Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Child Welfare Investigations
- Treatment Planning
- Risk & Safety Assessments
- Behavioral Health Counseling
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Community Resource Coordination
- Court Documentation & Testimony
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Case Management Systems
- Clinical Documentation
- Data Tracking & Reporting
Certification
Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Illinois
Timeline
Individual Therapist
Lutheran Child Family Services
Behavioral Health Technician
Streamwood Behavioral Health Care System Facility
Child Welfare Specialist III (LCFS)
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
2017 - Current
Master of Social Work -
Walden University
Bachelor’s Degree - Sociology
Tougaloo College