Maintained knowledge on cases by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to the Attorney's at Office of the Guardian ad Litem.
Preparing notes from meetings and visits, keeping files organized in the company filing system and databases.
Respond to client calls in a timely manner, and meet with clients monthly.
Prepare and deliver subpoenas as needed.
Assisted in the development of permanency plans for at-risk children by attending meetings daily.
Conducted home visits to assess the safety and well-being of children in foster homes, residential facilities, and hospital settings.
Researched resources available in the local community that could benefit clients' needs.
Attended meetings with school personnel to assist in developing IEPs and 504 plans.
Participated in ongoing training to enhance knowledge of relevant mental health topics.
Visit Coach
Jackson County Family Court
Kansas City , Missouri
12.2010 - 06.2014
Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
Provided supervision of parents when visiting their children to ensure safety and model appropriate parent-child interaction, and assist parents as needed to work toward the goal of reunification.
Assisted with the scheduling of visits between parents and their children.
Created written reports on parents and their children's behavior during visits, forwarded copies to case managers, and testified in court hearings when needed.
Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
Built trust and rapport with parents while assisting them in achieving the goal of reunification.
Participated in ongoing training.
Parent Aide/Supervisor
High Hopes Program
Kansas City, MO
02.1995 - 06.2014
Provided guidance on a variety of topics related to parenting, including discipline, nutrition, safety, and development.
Assisted families with parenting issues and provided support to parents.
Coordinated with other professionals to ensure the best outcome for the family.
Maintained accurate records of all interactions with families and documented progress towards goals.
Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for working with families and develop new approaches.
Conducted home visits to observe family dynamics and provide feedback to parents regarding their parenting techniques.
Engaged in crisis intervention when necessary by deescalating difficult situations between parents and children.