Nikkieda Rutland
Palmetto,FL
Summary
Result driven offering 10 + years of combined education and work experience in the field of child welfare. Able to adapt easily to new concepts and responsibilities. Accustomed to multitasking and working in fast-paced environments with the ability to handle sporadic workload. Hardworking and dedicated to top outcomes. Proficient time manager, communicator and problem solver.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Living Supervisor- Suncoast
Family Support Services of Pinellas and Pasco -C6
Largo, Florida
10.2022 - Current
- Responsible for leading and coordinating Independent Living staff the support of 13-17 year olds in Out of Home Care.
- Implementing, coordinating, monitoring programs and Transition Staffing for the youth.
- Responsible for creating and developing partnerships to increase the impact of work in the community. Collaborate with individuals, teens, CBC's and faith-base services to leverage resources, and trainings and funding opportunities.
- Supervise the IL unit and provide leadership and development a team while holding staff accountable for tangible outcomes.
- Communicate goals and objectives and strategies to the youth, caregivers and agency stakeholders.
Program Supervisor
Thompson CF Focus
Tampa , FL
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Supervision and management of the daily operations of the teen case management unit of 60 high risk teen in Hillsborough County, FL.
- Lead the people (case managers), ensure outcomes (permanency goals and service delivery metrics) and is a herald.
- Work as the liaison between my employee's to ensure the safety and well being on the clients.
- Collaborated with various service providers to facilitate delivery appropriate services as needed.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual client needs.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies and local judicial systems regarding cases.
- Reporting to leadership on any annual data tracking logs to ensure performance base measures has been met.
Case Manager Supervisor
Safe Children Coalition
Bradenton, FL
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Supervised and evaluated a team of five case managers with a case load of 100-120 clients.
- Worked a the liaison between my employee's to ensure the safety and well being on the clients.
- Collaborated with various service providers to facilitate delivery appropriate services as needed.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual client needs.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies and local judicial systems regarding cases.
- Reporting to leadership on any annual data tracking logs to ensure performance base measures has been met.
Independent Living Specialist
Safe Children Coalition
Bradenton, FL
01.2011 - 11.2018
- Built and maintained strong relationships with youth/ young adults. Held case load up to 35-40 cases.
- Maintained thorough and accurate records outlining 18+ Independent Living programs and participant progress.
- Discussed available services with participants and outlined procedures to ensure a smooth engagement in the programs processes.
- Located housing and other support services for displaced individuals as needed.
- Partnered with lead agency teams and additional service providers to implement EFC case plans.
- Conducted independent living skills trainings and provided individual advocacy to youths.
- Educated client on various resources, services and programs to maximize safety, care and well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Arts And Sciences
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12.2006
Skills
- Leadership and Communication skills
- Community activist
- Organization and Time Management
- Emotional awareness
- Critical thinking and decision-making
- Program Management skills
- Treatment plans knowledge
- Attentive
- Client support and assistance
- Problem solving
Certification
State of Florida Child Welfare Certification, 09/2008.
State of Florida Child Welfare Recertification, 1/27/2012.
Timeline
Independent Living Supervisor- Suncoast
Family Support Services of Pinellas and Pasco -C6
10.2022 - Current
Program Supervisor
Thompson CF Focus
07.2021 - 10.2022
Case Manager Supervisor
Safe Children Coalition
11.2018 - 04.2021
Independent Living Specialist
Safe Children Coalition
01.2011 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Arts And Sciences
Tennessee State University
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