Raven Lake
Cordova,MD
Summary
Compassionate professional with expertise in crisis intervention and family support. Known for building trusting relationships and facilitating access to community resources, driving positive outcomes for children in foster care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Social Worker
Department of Social Services
Easton, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Assessed foster care placements to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for children.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate living conditions and family dynamics.
- Provided crisis intervention services to children and families in distress.
- Monitored ongoing case progress, documenting changes and interventions effectively.
- Advocated for children's needs in court proceedings and community meetings.
- Established strong relationships with families to promote stability and support for children in care.
- Provided transportation for children and parents to and from visits and court.
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Assisted families in developing problem-solving and coping skills by providing counseling and referring to appropriate community agencies.
- Collaborated with case managers and community partners to deliver effective treatment and case collaboration.
- Provided crisis intervention services to address immediate safety concerns and prevent further escalation of issues within the family unit.
- Coordinated access to medical care for children in foster homes, ensuring their physical health needs were met consistently throughout their time in care.
- Advocated for the best interests of children during court hearings, contributing to favorable outcomes in custody disputes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective decision-making on child placements and permanency planning.
- Improved family reunification rates by conducting regular home visits and providing support to foster parents.
- Conducted home, school, and community visits to assigned clients to assess client's level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
Mobile Crisis Counselor
Affiliated Sante Group
Easton, MD
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided immediate crisis intervention support to individuals experiencing mental health emergencies.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify needs and develop appropriate action plans.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate ongoing care and support for clients.
- Documented client interactions and progress accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Improved response times through effective coordination with emergency services and stakeholders.
- Trained new team members on crisis intervention techniques and organizational protocols.
- Conducted follow-up calls, assessing client progress and adjusting treatment recommendations as needed to ensure ongoing success.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, facilitating continuity of care for clients in need.
- Deescalated high-stress situations, utilizing effective communication techniques and crisis intervention strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating empathy and understanding while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Facilitated therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing acute emotional distress or suicidal ideation, promoting safety and recovery.
- Enhanced client stability by providing immediate crisis intervention and assessment services during emergency situations.
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
- Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
- Managed challenging cases effectively by leveraging extensive knowledge of local resources available for specialized needs such as substance abuse treatment or housing assistance.
- Improved client outcomes by consistently documenting case notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Salisbury University
Salisbury, Maryland, MD05-2022
Skills
- Verbal communication
- Parenting skills education
- Substance abuse awareness
- Mental health support
- Therapeutic intervention
- Behavioral assessment
- Interpersonal skills
- Family support
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Foster Care Social Worker
Department of Social Services
07.2023 - Current
Mobile Crisis Counselor
Affiliated Sante Group
07.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science -
Salisbury University