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Rachel Free

Apple Valley,CA

Summary

Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients, and advance change for communities in need.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Service Practitioner

San Bernardino County
01.2024 - Current

Investigate child abuse and neglect

  • Coordinated referrals with community agencies and county partners.
  • Documented case actions, contacts, and outcomes in electronic records.
  • Resolved complex client issues using policy and case review.
  • Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing individualized service plans.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients when necessary, addressing systemic barriers impeding their access to quality services.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources.

Behavior Interventionist

Collaborative Autism Management Programs
01.2023 - Current
  • Created tailored intervention plans aligned with guidelines and individual needs to address specific behavioral challenges.
  • Enhanced behavioral outcomes through modeling, role-playing, and effective strategies, fostering skill development and positive change.
  • Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
  • Documented ongoing assessments and updates to ensure continuity of care and track progress in behavior interventions.
  • Stayed abreast of latest changes by reading publications, attending conferences and completing training.

Mental Health Specialist

Colusa County Behavioral Health
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Documented client progress to track therapeutic advancements and inform treatment adjustments.
  • Recommended community resources to enhance client support and facilitate access to necessary services.
  • Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Developed social and psychiatric observations through client communication to inform treatment strategies.
  • Designed and implemented pilot program, incorporating student feedback to further develop and improve overall mission and objectives.
  • Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.

FOSTER AND KINSHIP SUPERVISOR

Morgan County DHS
10.2018 - 05.2022
  • Certifying and continuing ongoing support for foster and kinship families
  • Assisted caseworkers with out of home placements and conducted Safe Home studies for adoptive and foster homes to ensure family suitability.
  • Conducting investigations for allegations of abuse/neglect for children
  • Assessing for safety and risk
  • Developed and implemented recruiting and retention program for staff
  • Provided after-hours on-call support for urgent client needs
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Provided ongoing support to resource parents through coaching and crisis intervention techniques.
  • Led staff members by providing guidance and support to foster a collaborative team environment.

PRODUCE MANAGER

Natural Grocers Vitamin Cottage
06.2013 - 08.2018
  • Job responsibilities include ordering, stocking the department, delegating tasks to store support, training employees company wide, data entry, cash handling, assisting with operating everyday store functionalities.
  • Managed produce department operations, ensuring freshness, rotation, and consistent presentation standards.
  • Ordered inventory, balanced stock levels, and reduced spoilage through accurate product forecasting.
  • Trained team members on handling procedures, sanitation practices, and department expectations.

Education

Bachelor's - Psychology

METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY
05-2020

High School Diploma - undefined

FRUITA MONUMENT HIGH SCHOOL
05-2008

Skills

  • 6 years management experience
  • Presentation in Google Meets, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams
  • Court report preparation
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Child welfare
  • Caseload management
  • Client advocacy
  • Motivational interviewing

Certification

  • Colorado Child Welfare Caseworker
  • Safe Home Study Writer
  • Adult Protection Certified
  • SAFE Supervisor Certified
  • De-escalation Training

Timeline

Social Service Practitioner

San Bernardino County
01.2024 - Current

Behavior Interventionist

Collaborative Autism Management Programs
01.2023 - Current

Mental Health Specialist

Colusa County Behavioral Health
07.2022 - 01.2023

FOSTER AND KINSHIP SUPERVISOR

Morgan County DHS
10.2018 - 05.2022

PRODUCE MANAGER

Natural Grocers Vitamin Cottage
06.2013 - 08.2018

High School Diploma - undefined

FRUITA MONUMENT HIGH SCHOOL

Bachelor's - Psychology

METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Rachel Free